Power Automate Invoice Processing Tutorial AI Builder and Azure

Welcome to today's tutorial where we'll delve into the intricacies of processing invoices within the Power Platform. In this demonstration, we'll explore two approaches: the low-code AI Builder method and the Document Intelligence Service on Azure.

Processing invoices is crucial for many businesses, and understanding these methods can streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, this tutorial has something for everyone.

We'll begin by exploring the AI Builder approach, you'll learn how to use AI builder in Power Automate, where we can easily leverage pre-built models to extract vital information from invoices. With just a few clicks, we'll see how AI can identify key data points such as customer details, invoice dates, and itemized lists.

Next, we'll dive into the Document Intelligence Service on Azure, offering a more customizable and cost-effective solution. While slightly more complex to set up, this service provides greater control and flexibility in processing invoices. We'll discuss pricing tiers, integration options, and delve into the technical details of building a flow within Power Automate.

Throughout the tutorial, I'll provide step-by-step guidance, including demonstrations of building flows, analyzing JSON responses, and handling complex data structures. Whether you're interested in AI-powered automation or backend development, this tutorial will equip you with valuable insights and practical skills.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:42 Exploring the AI Builder Approach
03:02 Understanding AI Builder Cost
04:52 Testing the AI Builder Flow
06:02 Understanding the Document Intelligence Service on Azure
07:08 Pricing and Integration Options for Azure
08:47 Exploring the Studio
11:00 Building Flow integration with Azure
14:59 How to poll Synchronous Service
18:28 Review the flow history
19:17 Analyzing JSON Responses
21:27 Selecting data from the JSON response
24:42 Create an Invoice from Canvas App
25:52 Testing the Flow

By the end of this tutorial, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of how to process invoices using the Power Platform, empowering you to streamline operations and unlock new possibilities for automation.

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