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AP Automation vs Spreadsheet Review for Duplicate Detection
A comparison framework for teams deciding when to move beyond spreadsheets.
By AuditDup Editorial Team · Published 3/24/2026

Spreadsheets can work at low volume but degrade under scale and staff turnover.
Automation improves consistency, traceability, and reviewer throughput.
The break-even point is usually when monthly reviews exceed one business day.
Use pilot metrics to validate ROI before broad rollout.
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