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Industry analysis, platform deep-dives, and operational playbooks from the FactorCloud team.

Industry
The False Positive Crisis in Factoring Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Monitoring
The factoring industry faces a 90% false positive crisis in AML monitoring. By implementing risk-based scoring, specific B2B rules, and AI-driven automation, firms can reduce "alert fatigue" and enhance compliance.
Industry
Invoice Factoring Software: Essential Features for Improving Cash Flow in 2026
Modern cloud-based factoring software automates workflows with OCR and APIs, allowing firms to scale revenue significantly without increasing staff, effectively replacing inefficient legacy systems.
Industry
Why Manual Cash Application Is Costing Your Business Millions: The Case for Automation
Manual cash application quietly drains value through labor, errors, delayed visibility, and compliance risk. AR automation replaces data entry with AI-driven matching, improving cash flow, control, and customer trust.
Industry
Why Your Factoring Software Systems Need an Upgrade in the Age of Cloud, AI, and Regulation
Legacy systems drain profits through linear hiring. Upgrading to AI-driven cloud software automates compliance and operations, decoupling revenue from headcount to ensure profitability in a rapidly expanding market.
Tips
How to Select the Best Factoring Software for Your Business: A Buyer’s Guide
Select the right factoring software by evaluating scalability, security, and modern integrations. Prioritize cloud-native platforms to streamline operations, reduce risks, and support future business growth.
Industry
Scalable Factoring Operations: Growing Your Book of Business Without Hiring More Staff
To escape linear hiring traps, factoring firms must adopt cloud platforms, AI underwriting, and automated compliance. This technology decouples growth from headcount, maximizing profitability while scaling portfolios efficiently.
Industry
The Hidden Cost of Legacy Systems: Why It's Time to Migrate to the Cloud in 2026
Migrating to cloud-based factoring systems reduces hidden legacy costs, automates complex regulatory compliance, integrates seamlessly with accounting platforms, and positions firms for future growth through AI and scalability.
Industry
Invoice Factoring Mistakes to Avoid: A Practitioner's Guide
The article outlines seven common invoice factoring mistakes, including pre-billing, misunderstanding fees, and ignoring compliance, with best practices to maximize cash flow.
Industry
Small Business Funding Without the Bank: How Invoice Factoring Keeps Cash Flow Moving
Banks often say no to small business funding. Learn how invoice factoring provides a fast, secure alternative to keep cash flow moving, powered by modern factoring software.
Tips
How Cash Application Streamlines Factoring Operations & Speeds Up Payments
Discover how cash application automation speeds up factoring. Learn how FactorCloud simplifies cash allocation, boosts accuracy, and accelerates payments.
Industry
How Factoring Businesses Can Protect Against Fraud in 2026
Protect your factoring business from 2026's top fraud threats. Learn key prevention tactics, AI-powered detection, and essential compliance requirements to secure your firm.
Industry
The Hidden Costs of Manual Supply Chain Financing
Manual supply chain financing creates hidden risks. See how automation makes the process faster and safer.
Tips
Factoring vs. Lines of Credit: Which Is Right for Your Business?
Explore factoring vs lines of credit, including pros and cons, financing options, and what works best for small business funding.
Industry
Cybersecurity for Finance: What SOC 2 Certification Means for Protecting Your Clients’ Data
Discover why cybersecurity for finance is critical. Learn how SOC 2-certified factoring software, like FactorCloud, protects data and builds client trust.
Industry
Invoice Factoring for Small Businesses: What It Is & How It Works
Learn how invoice factoring for small business works, including the benefits, risks, and what to expect from the process.
Industry
Top 5 Invoice Factoring Mistakes New Companies Make—And How to Avoid Them
New to factoring? Avoid costly invoice factoring mistakes with this guide for startups. Learn how to improve client selection, accounting, communication, and more.
Industry
How to Choose the Right Factoring Clients
Choosing the right factoring clients can make or break your business. Learn how to assess risk, avoid red flags, and build a stronger portfolio.
Industry
Why Double-Entry Accounting Matters More Than You Think
Find out why double-entry accounting matters for factoring teams. Prevent errors, keep your books balanced, and stay audit-ready with the right system.
Industry
Why Factoring Software Is 15 Years Behind — And What's Changing
The factoring industry has relied on the same software paradigms since the early 2000s. Here's why that's finally changing, and what modern looks like.
Operations
5 Ways to Cut Manual Data Entry by 80% in Your Factoring Operation
AI-powered OCR is the biggest lever, but there are four other workflow changes that compound the effect. Here's the full playbook.
Industry
The Connected Factoring Stack: Why Integration Is the New Moat
The factors winning in 2025 aren't the ones with the lowest rates — they're the ones with the most connected technology stack. Here's what that means.
Industry
ABL Advisor: IFA Expands Preferred Vendors Program
IFA names Haversine Funding and FactorCloud as preferred vendors, offering exclusive tools and benefits to members.
Industry
CEO Todd Ehrlich Featured on "The Many Lives Podcast"
FactorCloud CEO Todd Ehrlich shares lessons on mindset, entrepreneurship, and Navy SEAL grit on The Many Lives Podcast.
Industry
CEO Todd Ehrlich Interviewed for "Growth Think Tank" Podcast
FactorCloud CEO Todd Ehrlich shares team-building insights on the Growth Think Tank podcast with Gene Hammett.
Press
FactorCloud Announces Integration with TruckerCloud
FactorCloud now integrates TruckerCloud's ELD freight data, enabling transportation factors to verify load pickup and delivery before funding invoices.
Press
FactorCloud is Founding Gold Sponsor of the IFA's New Southeast Chapter
FactorCloud was named a founding Gold Sponsor of the Southeast Chapter of the IFA, serving the factoring industry across the region.
Press
FactorCloud’s Parent Company Named to Inc. Magazine’s Vet100 List
Learn about FactorCloud’s impact on the secured lending industry with its AI-driven SaaS solution.
Industry
FreightWaves: Rule 1 Ventures Offers Blueprint for Growing FreightTech Businesses
Learn how Rule 1 Ventures' founder-focused approach supports entrepreneurs in building successful businesses.
Press
FactorCloud Announces Partnership with Ansonia Credit Data
FactorCloud now integrates Ansonia Credit Data to automate invoice approval and enhance credit decisioning. Faster, smarter factoring—no extra logins needed.
Press
TAB Bank Completes $46 Million Acquisition of BAMFi’s BAM Capital Division
Learn about TAB Bank’s acquisition and the continued development of FactorCloud’s secured lending software.
Press
The Commercial Factor: AI and Machine Learning are the Key to Factoring's Future
Todd Ehrlich explains how AI, machine learning, and automation will drive exponential growth in the factoring industry by reducing risk and labor.
Industry
Top Tips for New Factors: Clients
New to factoring? Learn 4 key tips for choosing and managing clients to set your factoring startup up for long-term success.
Tips
6 Questions With Chris Lay
Chris Lay of Endeavour shares how factoring is evolving through tech, defense clients, and a mission to give back.
Tips
6 Questions With Eric Belk
Eric Belk shares insights on factoring, leadership lessons, and the future of tech in the industry.
Tips
6 Questions With Harvey Gross
Harvey Gross has a been in the factoring industry for over 50 years. He sat down with us to kick off the inaugural article in our new “6 Questions” series.
Industry
Do More For Less: Introducing Brightbolt
Meet Brightbolt: lightning-fast AI + OCR built for factoring. Boost speed, cut costs, and eliminate manual work.
Industry
What If You Could Add a New Revenue Stream?
FactorCloud makes it easy to factor transportation brokers—no workarounds, faster payments, and new revenue opportunities.
Industry
FactorCloud: The Integrated Factoring Platform That Does It All
Say "goodbye" to multiple logins. FactorCloud’s all-in-one platform integrates OCR, credit, collections, and accounting tools.
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