As part of BT’s ongoing policy continuously to improve efficiency and service (to customers and suppliers alike) we are currently implementing the next stage of our overall electronic strategy to move away from paper-based financial transaction processing.

Using the OB10 network enables us to receive your invoices directly into our Accounts Payable (AP) systems and process them without the delays and inefficiencies associated with paper-based invoicing.

The good news is that the OB10 network accepts the file format already used by your existing billing system. You don't need to install any hardware or software or change the way your systems are configured. With no hardware or software to install subscribing to the network is simple and you can be sending invoices electronically in as little as 48 hours from sign-up.

Crucially, the OB10 network satisfies the demands of VAT/TAX administrations across Europe and North America who have accepted the removal of the paper invoice for companies using the OB10 service.

Invoicing has always been a labour intensive process for both our suppliers and BT. Moving to OB10 will lead to an improvement in payment efficiency as invoices are registered in our Accounts Payable system without delay, bypassing common problems that hold up payment, such as lost or misplaced invoices.

There are 2 primary methods for sending Invoice and Credit transactions via OB10. A supplier can either send a data file directly to OB10 using the 'Integrated Solution', or create invoices on-line using the ‘Web Form'.

You will receive an email directly from BT's P2P team during June which will contain the Supplier Information Pack. (If you would like to view the pack in advance, it can be downloaded by using the link opposite).

OB10 will contact you by phone to discuss which of the invoice options is most appropriate for you. Once you have decided, OB10 will guide you through implementation.

We would like all suppliers to have selected their invoicing option by the end of June 2008. This will help to achieve our target of all suppliers using full electronic invoicing by the end of August 2008.

Call or email OB10 Client Services