
← Techsplainers by IBM22 May · 8 min
What is straight-through processing?
What is straight-through processing?
This episode of Techsplainers introduces straight-through processing (STP), a methodology that automates business transactions from initiation to settlement without human intervention. We explore how STP works through a practical example of a grocery chain ordering tomatoes, where inventory systems automatically detect needs, validate orders, enrich data, route payments, and handle fulfillment and settlement. The episode highlights STP's significant benefits, including improved accuracy,...