Extend, an AI-powered spend and expense management platform, and PNC Bank have announced new “modern” payment capabilities for PNC’s commercial clients. By enrolling their existing PNC Bank commercial cards, said the announcement, businesses can access Extend’s mobile and web platform — unlocking a full suite of digital tools to control, manage and optimize business spend within minutes.

With these new capabilities, said the announcement, PNC commercial clients can gain greater control and transparency around how they manage virtual card issuance — from everyday one-off payments to department budgets. The solution allows clients to instantly issue and deliver virtual cards to themselves, employees and vendors, which can also be added to mobile wallets for secure, tap-to-pay transactions at the point of sale.

Andrew Jamison, CEO of Extend, said, “Business owners are looking for smarter and more secure ways to manage payments.” By collaborating with PNC Bank, he said, “we’re giving clients the flexibility to issue and track virtual cards directly through their existing accounts.” Whether it’s managing subscriptions, empowering employees or making secure vendor payments, said Johnson, “this partnership makes everyday business spend easier to control.”

Tom Lang, executive vice president and head of treasury management product and operations at PNC, said, “Through our collaboration with Extend, we’re delivering an intuitive, easy-to-use solution that helps businesses simplify spend, strengthen security and optimize payments.”