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Expense and subscription review AI

AI can surface recurring spend and duplicate subscriptions. Owners still approve cancellations, renewals and staff expense decisions.

Published18 Jun 2026

Updated

Read time1 min · 122 words

Tool focusChatGPT, Gemini

Recurring software spend is often spread across cards, invoices and department owners. AI can group the work so the business sees what needs review.

Practical SME workflow

Run an expense and subscription review workflow. Use card exports, supplier lists, expense policy and owner mapping. AI groups recurring charges, possible duplicates, missing owners and policy exceptions.

Risk and control

Do not count suggested savings until an owner confirms them. AI must not cancel tools, approve expenses, challenge staff or change renewal terms. Keep the owner decision beside each item.

Source basis

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