D

daily direct debit funding limit

A cap of $2 million USD or equivalent applied to the total amount funded by direct debit within a 24-hour window.

daily total

An expense management framework used to handle costs spread over multiple days or to track recurring daily expenditures within a specific category.

dashboard

A collection of one or more saved queries, displayed as visualization or text tiles together on one page.

data discovery

The process of identifying, exploring, and analyzing relevant data to uncover insights, patterns, and trends.

data extraction service

A machine learning tool that identifies and populates expense data, such as merchant name and total amount from receipt images.

DES

data flow

A visual workflow process used to extract, transform, and load data between various connections, tables, and models.

data mapping

The process of matching fields from one system to the corresponding fields in another to ensure information moves accurately and stays organized between them.

data processing agreement

A legally binding contract between a data controller and a data processor that defines the nature, purpose, and duration of data processing activities to ensure compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR.

DPA

data release agreement

A legal document signed by a customer permitting a travel partner to share booking data with Coupa.

DRA

data storage and retention

The policies and settings that govern how long historical transaction data is stored in the system before being archived or deleted.

data universal numbering system number

A unique nine-digit identifier for businesses used to establish a business credit file and verify identity.

DUNS number

date of supply

The specific date on which goods were delivered or services were rendered, which may differ from the invoice date.

days payable outstanding

A financial ratio that measures the average number of days it takes a company to pay its suppliers.

DPO

days sales outstanding

A financial metric that measures the average number of days it takes a company to collect payment after a sale has been made on credit.

DSO

days to payment

The estimated number of business days required to process a payment after an invoice has been approved for a discount.

deadhead

The distance traveled when an asset is empty.

debit note

A document issued by a buyer to a supplier to request a credit or adjustment, or by a supplier to increase the amount of an invoice.

decision data model

The standard data input schema for supply chain design and planning serving as a source of truth.

DDM

decision tree

A predictive model that maps observations about an item to conclusions about the item's target value.

decomposition

A solving approach that breaks a problem into smaller parts based on periods or other factors.

deep learning

A specialized form of ML that involves artificial neural networks with multiple layers, mimicking the human brain's structure.

default presentation

A fallback invoice template used when no country-specific compliance rules are applied.

degree of implementation

A level selection used to track the progress of financial savings within a specific initiative.

DOI

delayed payment processing

A restriction placed on an account requiring funds to fully clear before payments are released to payees.

delegate

A user assigned to act on behalf of another user, often for approvals.

delivery address

The specific physical location where the goods or services on an invoice are received.

delivery method

The transmission framework that determines how a payment is sent to a supplier.

delivery schedule

A table within a purchase order line that details the specific dates and quantities for staggered shipments.

demand analysis

A process that aggregates demand, identifies outliers, and generates statistics to classify demand patterns for accurate safety stock calculation.

demand classification

The categorization of demand patterns based on intermittency and variability.

demand propagation

A method in safety stock optimization that calculates demand statistics for upstream sites based on the demand signals from downstream customer-facing sites.

department

An organizational unit within the company structure.

deployment

The process of configuring, testing, and launching a software solution or specific feature within an organization.

depreciation

The reduction in value of an asset over time, often calculated for sites and work centers in financial reporting.

Design-to-Source

A workflow providing an integrated approach to gathering and applying real-world truckload transportation lane costing.

D2S

destination

The specific geographical area used to determine the applicable per diem rate.

digital check

A payment method where a printable check image is made available for download via a secure portal or email.

digital signature

A secure electronic verification method that uses encryption to prove a document is authentic and hasn't been tampered with since it was signed.

digital wallet

A financial account type used to make payments through services like PayPal or Venmo.

dimension

A field that represents an attribute, fact, or value, which can be selected from the field picker within an explore and can be used to filter a query.

direct bank integration

A direct connection between the system and a bank allowing for the automatic transfer of payment files and status reports.

DBI

direct debit

A funding method where a payment partner pulls funds directly from a customer's bank account.

direct debit mandate

A legal form authorizing a payment partner to withdraw funds from a bank account for payment processing.

direct shipment

A flow of product that goes directly from a manufacturer or supplier to a customer without passing through an intermediate distribution center.

direct spend

A cost directly tied to manufacturing or delivering core services.

discount due date

The specific date by which a payment must be executed to secure the agreed-upon reduction in cost.

discount payment term

A specific payment condition, associated with a net term, that defines the discount percentage and accelerated timeline.

disposal

A transaction used to remove items from inventory records when they are discarded or destroyed.

dispute

A process where a buyer contests the accuracy of an invoice and sends it back to the supplier for correction or clarification.

disqualifying question

A query where a specific answer automatically excludes the supplier from further consideration.

distribution list

A group of suppliers defined for broadcasting requisitions.

diversity category

A specific classification used to define and report on a supplier's diversity status.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

A framework of policies and practices designed to support people of different backgrounds and identities by ensuring fair treatment, equal access to opportunities, and a culture of belonging.

do not hire list

A registry of workers who should not be rehired for future assignments.

DocGen

The system engine responsible for generating documents based on templates and captured data.

Docket Alarm

The third-party provider that powers the judicial score by analyzing legal proceedings and filings.

document channel

The specific method used to transmit an invoice, such as API, CSP, or cXML.

document creation method

The specific action used to generate and invoice or credit note record.

document currency

The currency code used for the transaction on the invoice, which may differ from the buyer's local currency.

document format

The specific document format received, such as cXML, CSV, or a specific XML standard.

document locking

A control that prevents other users from editing an invoice while it is currently being modified by another user to avoid conflicts.

domestic jurisdiction

A tax classification for transactions where the supplier, buyer, and shipment locations are all within the same country.

double time

The pay rate for hours worked that qualify for double the standard rate.

DT

drive time

The time that a driver is actively driving an asset.

duplicate detection

A process that checks criteria like supplier name, invoice number, and date to prevent processing the same transaction twice.

Dutch auction

A clock auction where the price starts low and increases at set intervals until a supplier accepts the current price.

Dutch reverse auction

A clock auction where the price starts low and increases at set intervals until a supplier accepts the price.

duty time

The time that includes drive time, wait time, short break time, and service time.

dynamic accounting

A method of defining accounts where each segment is created individually and the system dynamically builds account strings based on user selections.

dynamic approver

A predefined system role used in approval chains that changes dynamically based on the context of the document.

dynamic discounting

A financial arrangement where a buyer offers to pay a supplier’s invoice earlier than the agreed-upon terms in exchange for a lower price.

DD

dynamic form mapping

A process automation capability that generates conditional workflows for supplier onboarding and information updates based on specific data inputs.