[ Anchor Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/anchor-anchor/reviews) [ Anchor Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/anchor-anchor/reviews) # Anchor Features ##### ## Document Creation (6) Customizability: Variables and Fields Define fields to pull in dynamic information. Template Creation and Flexibility Easily assemble custom fields and variables into reusable templates to automate the proposal creation process. Rich Media How well the platform supports images, audio, and video in proposals. Online Document Creation Create adaptive online documents for view via browser or mobile device. PDF Creation Create attractive PDF versions of proposals. Custom Branding Brand proposals and the application's portal with your company's logos and branding. Show More ##### ## Workflow (3) Document Builder Interface Easily search for and add elements to a proposal. Collaborative Creation Multiple users can edit a single document. Assembly and Approval Workflows Automate workflows by routing documents to the correct individuals for adding content and approval. Show More ##### ## Analytics (11) Engagement Tracking Track who is looking at proposals and how often or for how long. Proposal Effectiveness Reporting Find out which pieces of content are performing best. Reporting and Dashboards Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards on proposal volume and acceptance. Due Dates Track invoices based on due dates to identify overdue payments Cashflow Analyze variations between incoming and outgoing cash KPIs Monitor KPIs such as time to process an invoice or erroneous payments Payment Tracking Track different types of payment such as deposits or partial payments Variance Analysis Project out as the year progresses to accommodate trends that affect key business drivers. Reports Generate cash flow reports in order to see where money is coming in and where it's going Forecast Comparison Compare Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow for multiple periods Forward Looking Forward-looking Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statements are synchronized with GL data Show More ##### ## Administration and Platform (14) User, Role, and Access Management Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. Alerts and Notifications Program in-app and email notifications for approval milestones or actions. CRM Integration Push and pull data from CRM to build proposals and update statuses with clients. Electronic Signature Digitally sign online documents CPQ Integration Push and pull data from quote applications to build proposals. API / Integrations Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc. with other software applications. Contract/License Management Track, store, and access client contracts or licenses Knowledge Base Management Manage a repository of information that includes articles, FAQs, or tutorials used for self-service support Contact Management Manage, organize, and store contact information RFP Management Manage and process incoming documents detailing requests for proposals Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Task Management Create, manage and track all task activities and progression API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Show More ##### ## Integration (9) Accounting Provide integration with accounting and financial management software Payments Integrate with payment gateways and enterprise payments software ERP Deliver integrations with accounting modules of ERP systems Account Sync Sync with company accounts to transfer payments for approved invoices Accounting Provide integration with accounting and financial management software Payments Integrates with other payments software ERP Deliver integrations with accounting modules of ERP systems Mobile Payments Clients can submit payments via mobile devices CRM Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system Show More ##### ## Invoice Generation (3) Templates Provide standard invoice templates that can be customized by users Digital Invoices Ability to convert invoices to digital formats such as PDF Recurring Invoices Automatically generates invoices at pre-defined time intervals Show More ##### ## Invoice Processing (4) Approvals Include workflows for approvals of invoices or payments Batch Processing Process multiple invoices without human intervention Consolidation Allow users to consolidate multiple invoices into one Match Invoices Match invoices with purchases and sales orders, as well as with payments Show More ##### ## Cash Flow Management (3) File Exports Timesheets, projects, tasks, income or expenses can all easily be exported to pdf, xls or csv for simpel cash clow analysis. Income and Expenses Add one-time or recurring items to your cash flow and add line items for each payment or deposit. Track Cash Flow Check your cash on hand at the beginning of each month and view each day incoming and outgoing funds. Show More ##### ## Cash Flow Forecasting (5) Historical Data Cash flow forecasting is based on past transactions and historical financial or operational data Reforecast Ability to recreate forecasts to include new information that may impact budgets Forecast Types Support multiple types of forecasts such as balance sheet and cash flow forecasts Rolling Forecasts Used to review and update budgeting assumptions for a predefined period (usually one year) AI Uses AI algorithms and models to predict future cash flow trends and outcomes, based on historical data and patterns Show More ##### ## Financial Data Transfer (5) Data Transfer Automates the transfer of data between an organization's ERP system and its bank Data Exchange Streamlines the exchange of information between internal systems Reporting Automatically extracts data required for cash forecasting and liquity reporting Access Restricts access to certain users within an organization, or provides access for third parties Integration Integrates with other financial software, such as Treasury Management, Budgeting & Foreasting, or Invoice Management software Show More ##### ## Bill Generation (9) Templates Provide standard invoice templates that can be customized by users Digital Billing Ability to convert invoices to digital formats such as PDF Recurring Billing Automatically generates invoices at pre-defined time intervals Hourly Billing Business model that charges based on the amount of time spent on an hourly basis Contingency Billing Business model where clients pay their lawyer a fee only if the case is won/settled successfully Project Billing Business model that bills clients an amount based on the project/task/job performed Multi-Period Recurring Billing Set rebilling periods, charging customers one rate annually or semi-annually, then a better rate afterward, as a subscriber benefit Recurring/Subscription Billing Automated process of charging customers at regular intervals for repeated access or use of a product or service Deferred Billing Buyer isn't billed until the period is up without any interest charges Show More ##### ## Bill Processing (16) Consolidation Allow users to consolidate multiple invoices into one Batch Invoicing Ability to create multiple types of invoices Management Manage invoicing for different types of products or services Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Purchase Order Management Create, send, and track purchase orders and their statuses Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Email Management Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps Client Management Manage contact details and communication with clients Dunning Management Process of automatically notifying clients when payments fail to ensure invoices are paid Master Data Management Verify, organize, manage & store enterprise data assets in a centralized repository Refund Management Oversee the process of issuing refunds Discount Management Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions Sales Tax Management Calculation of consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods/services Subscription Management Process of managing customer subscription lifecycle for a recurring service or a product Recurring Invoicing Generate recurring invoices Billing & Invoicing Create, manage, and send invoices or bills to customers Show More ##### ## Reporting (6) Status Reports on the status of invoices or payments Customer Credit Run reports on customer credit History Tracks all transactions, from issuing invoices to payment reminders to receiving payment Sales Tax Management Calculation of consumption tax imposed on the sale of goods/services Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Customer Statements Reports that show customers their invoices, payments, and balance on the account Show More ##### ## Integrations (3) Accounting Integrates with accounting or similar platforms ERP Integrates with ERP systems CPM Integrates with Corporate Performance Management platforms Show More ##### ## Transactions (3) Credits Manages credit limits based on customer credit scores, payment history, or other financial metrics Invoices Creates or imports invoices Partial Payments Allow customers to make a partial payment on an invoice and track remaining debt Show More ##### ## Workflows (2) Approvals Offers customizable approval processes for all types of transactions Bank Reconciliation Compare and match accounting/financial records with corresponding bank statements Show More ##### ## Generative AI (3) AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Proposal Generation Create proposals based on costs of labor and materials Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Cash Flow Management (1) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Billing (1) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Invoice Management (3) Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Proactive Assistance Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Accounts Receivable Automation (1) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Show More ##### ## AI - Accounts Receivable (3) Generative Sends automated messages and reminders, resolves disputes, or does proactive outreach. Responses Responds to basic questions from inbound emails. Predictive Analytics Analyzes past transactions to make a prediction of when future payments are likely to be paid. Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (116) File Encryption Encrypts data within the file, which can only be decrypted using a password or encryption key Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Contact Database Centralized database of stakeholders and their contact information such as names, address, phone number etc. Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users File Sharing Public or private sharing of digital files such as documents, audio/video, images, and more Purchasing & Receiving Workflows that help acquire inventory, issue purchase orders and receive and store items in required quantity Multi-Language Manage and support multiple languages Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Customizable Invoices Invoices that can be tailored according to company's branding, payment terms and personalized information Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Credit Card Processing Accept and process credit card transactions Quotes/Estimates Generate quotes or estimates for customers Fraud Detection Identify and prevent suspicious activity Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Dynamic Pricing Real-time price adjustment for a product or service to reflect changing market conditions, geolocation, customer behavior, etc. Credit Note Legal document used by sellers & buyers to adjust invoice values in case of wrong billing, damaged goods etc. Duplicate Detection Compare new data with existing records to detect duplicate entries Invoice History Store and view prior invoices for each account/client Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Billing Portal Gateway through which end users can view past bills and pay current invoices Accounting Integration Integrate with a third-party accounting system Backup and Recovery Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Bulk Send Process of sending a large number of documents, messages or emails to multiple recipients at once Invoice Creation Create invoices from scratch or have recurring invoices Time & Expense Tracking Log and record hours worked and costs spent to assist in billing and invoicing API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Projections Estimate or forecast of a future scenario based on the study of present trends Multi-Currency Manage and handle various international currencies Event Logs A chronological record of actions or occurrences within a network, software, or process Invoice Processing Creation, processing, verification, and execution of invoices till the payment is made Automated Receipt Matching Match digital receipt images or data with corresponding expense entries Tax Calculation Calculate tax and make deductions on gross income from sources like wages, investments or self-employment Payment Processing Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Real-Time Analytics Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time Client Portal Private online space that lets businesses securely share documents and provide information access to clients Email Reminders Reminders sent via email Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Bank Reconciliation Compare and match accounting/financial records with corresponding bank statements Transaction History Record of all transactions such as purchases, deposits, withdrawals and transfers within a specific period Customer Accounts Record customer information, purchase history, and other notes Customizable Fields Customize data fields to support various needs and use cases PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Multiple Payment Options Process payments via multiple modes directly through the application Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information ACH Payment Processing Accept electronic bank-to-bank transfers using a network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Third-Party Integration Addition of necessary external data, applications, tools, or features Payment Tracking Track sent and received payments, invoices, and bills. Batch Processing Software's ability to perform similar action on multiple similar files simultaneously Approval Workflow Route documents and other data through one or more stakeholders for review and approval For Small Businesses Designed for small businesses Tax Compliance Track tax-related transactions, tax remittance and tax reporting for various groups of employees and contractors Workflow Automation Streamlining repetitive tasks and activities through automated and predefined workflows Templates Sample files or documents that could be customized as needed or used as is Collaboration Tools Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users CRM Built-in customer relationship management (CRM) capabilities or integration with a third-party CRM system Automatic Formatting Automatically formats data in a predetermined way Client Portal Private online space that lets businesses securely share documents and provide information access to clients Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Quotes/Estimates Generate quotes or estimates for customers Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Content Library Centralized repository to store content and assets Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Document Review Review and analyze existing information across documents Document Automation Automated or logic-based workflows that assist in the creation of electronic documents Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Version Control Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Expense Tracking Monitor and record expenses such as purchases or charges incurred Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time User Management Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks ACH Payment Processing Accept electronic bank-to-bank transfers using a network called the Automated Clearing House (ACH) Invoice Processing Creation, processing, verification, and execution of invoices till the payment is made Billing & Invoicing Create, manage, and send invoices or bills to customers Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Contact Database Centralized database of stakeholders and their contact information such as names, address, phone number etc. Aging Tracking Categorizes outstanding invoices based on the amount of time they have remained unpaid Purchase Order Management Create, send, and track purchase orders and their statuses Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Discount Management Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions General Ledger Centralized accounting record which tracks all financial transactions Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Receivables Ledger A list of customers and their payments due updated on a monthly basis Recurring/Subscription Billing Automated process of charging customers at regular intervals for repeated access or use of a product or service Multi-Currency Manage and handle various international currencies Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Credit Card Processing Accept and process credit card transactions Task Management Create, manage and track all task activities and progression Customizable Templates Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements Forecasting Form predictions based on past and present data/trends Cash Flow Management Monitoring, analysis, and projection of the movement of cash into and out of a business over a specific period Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Check Processing Receive and deposit or issue and record check payments Receipt Management Upload, track, and submit receipts in a central database Overpayment Processing Flag a transaction when a customer pays more than they owe and either refund the overpayment or save the overpayment as a credit Financial Management Plan, manage, and track the financial activities of an individual or organization Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Payment Collection Tracking, managing, and initiating the transfer of funds for overdue customer payments Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Profit/Loss Statement A type of financial statement used to record and report an organization's revenues, costs, and expenses over a specific amount of time 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