Beanworks is now Quadient AP

Short answer: The accounts payable automation platform Beanworks is now part of Quadient. The solution is now known as Quadient Accounts Payable, or Quadient AP. Beanworks was acquired by Quadient in 2021, as its AP automation technology was integrated into Quadient’s portfolio of financial automation technologies.

If you know Beanworks or have used the platform before, you might be curious about what happened to it. Quadient acquired the company in 2021, and the software is now an important part of Quadient’s suite of financial automation solutions.

In this article, we cover Beanworks' history, what its acquisition by Quadient means, how the software has changed since, and what support is available for customers.

From Beanworks to Quadient AP Automation

Beanworks is a Canadian company that was founded in 2012 in Vancouver. The company's goal was to automate accounts payable for accounting and finance teams and make their work simpler and faster. Founder and CEO Catherine Dahl stated at the time that she wanted the software to become an essential tool for half of the world’s accounting teams.

Quadient acquired Beanworks in March 2021. This added Beanworks’ accounts payable automation features to the Quadient financial automation platform and started the transition to the Quadient brand.

The Beanworks acquisition and rebrand

Quadient announced it had acquired the accounts payable platform Beanworks on March 22, 2021. On November 7, 2022, Beanworks officially changed its name to Quadient Accounts Payable by Beanworks. This was a transition in branding before the final name Quadient Accounts Payable came into play in 2025. The solution is now called Quadient Accounts Payable, or Quadient AP.

Continued investment in Beanworks since the Quadient acquisition

Since the acquisition, we have continued to develop the software by adding new features and improving invoice-to-payment capabilities under Quadient.

For example, approval channel delegation lets teams transfer approval authority, either temporarily or permanently, when someone is unavailable or roles change.

Quadient also improved Beanworks’ invoice-to-payment features. In December 2021, the company introduced a paperless invoice-to-payment option to help businesses automate more of their accounts payable process.

Today, Quadient AP handles more of the accounts payable process, from capturing invoices to making payments. It now includes supplier invoice management, purchasing, expense management, supplier payments, customizable approval workflows, and ERP integration. Automation helps reduce manual data entry and lets finance teams track invoices and approvals throughout the process.

These features let finance teams manage more of their AP workflow in one place. Invoices can be captured and sent for approval, purchase orders can be matched with invoices, and payment details can be shared with connected financial systems. Multi-entity support also helps organizations handle accounts payable across different business units or locations while keeping approval controls and visibility.

Getting support or logging in

If you are an existing customer, you can now access the platform using the Quadient Suite or your ERP system.

If you need help with your account, like logging in, resetting a password, or having issues with the product, please visit the Quadient support page. You can also reach out to the Quadient support team if you have questions about integrations, account access, product setup, or other technical issues.

How Quadient AP Automation performs today

If you're searching information on Beanworks you may have seen different reviews on Beanworks, Quadient AP by Beanworks or Quadient AP. The three names are all used to point at the same platform, now called Quadient AP. Reviews using the Quadient AP by Beanworks or Beanworks names, very likely have been written a few years ago and thus don't necessarily represent the platform as it's operating today.

Current Quadient AP integration documentation describes connections that exchange accounting data, purchase order information, and payment details with supported ERP and accounting systems. The exact synchronization process varies by platform.

When considering Quadient AP, compare recent third-party reviews with current product information. Make sure it works with your ERP, approval workflows, and payment processes.

How Quadient AP pricing works today

Quadient AP pricing is customized based on each business's requirements and the capabilities it needs. Current plans cover areas such as purchase orders, invoice management, and expenses.

Available functionalies include purchase requisitions, automated invoice-to-PO matching, approval channel delegation, category mapping, and expense management. The exact combination of features depends on the plan selected.

Visit the Quadient AP plans page to learn more about Quadient AP pricing or to schedule a demo.

Older Beanworks pricing information found on third-party websites may not reflect the current product or available plans.

How Quadient AP integrates with ERP systems

ERP integration is an important part of Quadient AP, as it helps businesses connect accounts payable automation with the financial systems they already use. Sage is a key focus for many former Beanworks users, but Quadient AP also supports a range of other accounting and ERP platforms.

Quadient AP integrates with Sage and Sage Intacct, along with Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle NetSuite, Intuit QuickBooks, and Xero. These integrations assist in transferring accounting data, purchase order data, invoices, and payment data between Quadient AP and the existing financial systems of organizations.

Depending on the ERP, data can be synchronized on demand or on a scheduled basis. This reduces duplicate data entry and allows teams to manage invoice coding, approval workflows, and payments in Quadient AP while keeping their accounting records up to date.

For example, Quadient AP supports Microsoft Dynamics GP integration, allowing information to sync between the two systems and helping businesses automate invoice and purchase order workflows.

Businesses using a specific accounting platform or version can visit the Quadient AP integrations page for current compatibility information.

Get started with Quadient AP Automation

Since the 2021 acquisition, the Beanworks platform has evolved into Quadient AP, with its core AP automation capabilities supported by additional functionality across invoice processing, approvals, payments, and ERP integration.

Existing customers can use the Quadient Suite and Quadient support resources to manage their account and get help. Businesses that previously evaluated Beanworks can now explore Quadient AP.

For businesses evaluating the platform today, the main difference is the name and the broader Quadient environment around the software. To learn more about the platform, its accounts payable automation capabilities, and different plans, request a Quadient AP demo.