Cass Information Systems CEO Discusses Invoice Fraud and Payment Issues on Today's Marketplace

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Cass Information Systems (NASDAQ: CASS) CEO Martin Resch and Creighton University's Dean Anthony R. Hendrickson appeared on Today's Marketplace to discuss invoice fraud and payment security issues. The interview highlighted that approximately 80% of businesses face significant invoice fraud affecting their bottom line.

Resch explained how Cass, operating as a bank, processes millions of 'non-PO' invoices globally, including utility bills and freight invoices, using AI-powered control structures to verify invoice legitimacy and accuracy. The company specializes in handling contract-based invoices that fall outside traditional purchase order systems.

Dean Hendrickson emphasized the evolving landscape of financial education, noting the importance of combining traditional financial skills with technical knowledge in areas like blockchain, AI, machine learning, and analytics through their FinTech major program to prepare students for modern financial roles.

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• Company leverages AI technology for fraud prevention in invoice processing
• Established presence in processing millions of invoices worldwide
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NEW YORK, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's Marketplace (TMP) is proud to announce a featured interview with Martin Resch, President & CEO of Cass Information Systems (NASDAQ: CASS), and Anthony R. Hendrickson, PH.D, Dean of the Heider College of Business, Creighton University. The two men joined TMP's host Jane King to discuss the financial implications of invoice fraud and other security issues involving payables which have become a substantial concern for businesses of all sizes.

Approximately 80% of businesses experience some type of invoice fraud severe enough to impact their bottom line.

The full interview can be viewed online.

"When we think about AP processing, invoice processing, there are basically two ways that it works: either a purchase order has been initiated, or an invoice for goods or services simply arrives," Resch told King. "The PO provides rigid protections upfront, but for those invoices that you can't PO, you have to have a different control process, and that is where Cass Information Systems comes in."

Resch went on to explain how Cass, which is a bank, processes millions of those "non-PO" invoices worldwide -- utility bills, freight invoices, anything that is contract-based -- using a sophisticated control structure that leverages AI to make sure the invoice is legitimate and accurate before it is processed.

Dean Hendrickson explained to King how AI-based financial processing solutions like those used by Cass are meeting new challenges and creating new opportunities for business students wishing to enter the world of finance.

"It's important as we prepare students for roles at firms like Cass that they are not just learning finance, they are going to have to acquire some technical skills as well. We have a FinTech major where students are learning about blockchain, AI, machine learning, analytics -- all those tools you are going to need in addition to those traditional financial and accounting skills because invoice processing and all of those transactions are now fully automated."

Approximately 80% of businesses experience some type of invoice fraud severe enough to impact their bottom line, and it will only get worse. Implementing robust controls and having a financial institution at your side that understands the impact of making those payments in a controlled way is a business's best defense, says Resch.

TMP's interviews cover important business topics and solutions with insights from academic experts and business leaders. "TMP is a great resource for busy executives to get quick updates about high-quality businesses, directly from the leaders of those organizations. I feel honored to have been invited," said Resch following the interview.

About Cass Information Systems

Cass Information Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions. Cass enables enterprises to achieve visibility, control and efficiency in their supply chains, communications networks, facilities, and other operations. Disbursing over $90 billion annually on behalf of clients, and with total assets of $2.3 billion, Cass is uniquely supported by Cass Commercial Bank. Founded in 1906 and a wholly owned subsidiary, Cass Commercial Bank provides sophisticated financial exchange services to the parent organization and its clients. Cass is part of the Russell 2000^®. More information is available at www.cassinfo.com.

About Creighton University, Heider College of Business

Creighton University is a Jesuit University located in Omaha, Nebraska. The Heider College of Business prides itself as one of the most connected schools of business with real-world business practice. It is one of only a handful of universities with a new FinTech major, designed to allow students to become immediate contributors in today's complex and rapidly changing business environment. For more about Creighton and the Heider College visit www.Creighton.edu.

About Today's Marketplace 

Today's Marketplace (TMP) is a series of C-Suite interviews filmed at the prestigious New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ MarketSite studio for earned media distribution. TMP's multi-channel distribution provides robust authoritative and credible media exposure to under-reported stories. Visit TMP at todaysmarketplace.tv.

Media Contact: Diane Rygh, producers@cmghd.com

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FAQ

What percentage of businesses are affected by invoice fraud according to the CASS CEO interview?

According to the interview, approximately 80% of businesses experience invoice fraud severe enough to impact their bottom line.

How does CASS Information Systems handle non-PO invoice processing?

CASS uses AI-powered control structures to process non-PO invoices like utility bills and freight invoices, verifying their legitimacy and accuracy before processing.

What types of invoices does CASS Information Systems primarily process?

CASS primarily processes 'non-PO' invoices including utility bills, freight invoices, and contract-based invoices that don't fall under traditional purchase order systems.

What technological solutions does CASS use to prevent invoice fraud?

CASS employs sophisticated AI-based control structures to verify invoice legitimacy and accuracy before processing payments.