How to build an AI invoice processing automation


Summary

The video demonstrates the creation of an invoice automation process using the Vector Shift platform to extract key information from attached invoices in incoming emails. It shows the setup of triggers and events to start the pipeline when new emails with invoices are received, as well as the extraction process within the Gmail trigger to identify vendor names, dates, and amounts. The extracted data is then processed in Google Sheets for categorization into different expense categories, resulting in a structured format for further analysis and processing. The video concludes with the finalization of the pipeline setup, including generating notifications and sending emails with processed invoice details, to ensure seamless functionality for processing invoices effectively.


Introduction to Building Invoice Automation

Explaining the process of building an invoice automation through the Vector Shift platform by setting up a pipeline triggered by new emails with attached invoices.

Extracting Attached Invoices

Detailing the extraction process of attached invoices from incoming emails and identifying key information like date, vendor names, and amount.

Setting Up Pipeline Triggers

Demonstrating the selection of triggers and events in the pipeline setup, focusing on starting the pipeline when a new email with attached invoices arrives.

Handling Email Attachments

Explaining the extraction process within the Gmail trigger, detailing the list of files and actions to be performed on each attachment.

Data Extraction and Categorization

Setting up data extraction for vendor, date, and amount from invoices, followed by categorization into different categories like food and office supplies.

Data Processing in Google Sheets

Demonstrating the processing of extracted data in Google Sheets, including categorization, amount, and invoice date.

Summarizing Extracted Data

Summarizing the extracted data and categorization while consolidating information into a structured format for further processing.

Sending Summary via Email

Finalizing the pipeline by summarizing extracted data, generating notifications, and sending emails with processed invoice information.

Completion and Deployment

Finishing the automation setup, deploying the master pipeline, and ensuring seamless functionality for processing invoices.

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