Glossary
What is Three-Way Match?
Last updated July 2026
Definition
A three-way match verifies that a purchase order, receipt, and invoice agree before payment — a core control against overbilling and error.
Automating the match speeds procure-to-pay and catches discrepancies that manual review misses.
It's a foundational step in trustworthy, low-friction purchasing.
Part of RFQ & sourcing automation.
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