Approval delays are a common challenge, especially when relying on manual processes. Automated workflows help reduce these delays by implementing real-time notifications and mobile approvals. Approvers are immediately notified when their action is required, and they can approve requests from any device, ensuring that approvals are not held up by unavailability or missed emails​.
Additionally, setting clear approval thresholds ensures that low-value purchases don’t get stuck in the same queue as high-value items, reducing unnecessary bottlenecks​.