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1 Pfizer Inc 6730 Lenox Center Court Memphis, TN Julie Lord Global Financial Solutions February 2010 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to inform you that Pfizer is implementing an electronic invoicing (einvoicing) program which you will be required to use for submitting invoices moving forward. This change supports Pfizer s strategy to optimize financial processing while providing value-added services to our customers. EInvoicing presents a variety of benefits including the reduction of collections and administrative costs, facilitation of timely and predictable payments and elimination of paper invoicing. There is a minimal cost associated with einvoicing for both you and Pfizer. However, our expectation is that the benefits of the system will offset the cost. You may begin submitting einvoices to Pfizer Accounts Payable immediately using the process described on the following pages. Effective March 31, 2010, invoices sent to Pfizer Accounts Payable must be submitted as einvoices; paper invoices received after this date will not be accepted. If your volume necessitates the creation of an automated interface, alternate deadlines will apply (see Integrated Solution Deadlines below). To facilitate your transition to einvoicing and to manage the process going forward, Pfizer has partnered with OB10, a third-party einvoicing service provider. OB10 offers flexible options for submitting invoices that accommodate a wide variety of supplier sizes, systems, and processing needs. An OB10 representative will contact you in the next few days to explain the options available and assist you in the transition to einvoicing. In the meantime, you may obtain further information via the following information sheets and online at /Pfizer. To enroll in the einvoicing process or inquire about the OB10 einvoicing solution, please contact OB10 at pfizer.registration@ob10.com. If you would like to contact Pfizer about this request, please OB10@pfizer.com. Thank you in advance for your support of einvoicing. We look forward to receiving your invoices via OB10 in the near future. Regards, Julie Lord Global Process Owner P2P, Global Financial Solutions

2 OB10 Options Overview As part of Pfizer s policy to continuously improve efficiency and service, we are currently implementing the next stage of our electronic strategy to move away from paper-based invoicing. We have partnered with OB10, a third-party einvoicing service provider, to facilitate this process. What are the benefits of using OB10? Secure and guaranteed invoice delivery within hours Expedited invoice processing - less time to process thus enabling invoices to be paid quicker ANY-TO-ANY DATA FORMATTING technology - there is no need for additional software or hardware Higher processing transparency and better Cash Flow Management due to 24/7 access and reporting European VAT compliant, regardless of where invoices are sent from or received Easy and cost efficient to send invoices - at any time There are two primary methods for sending Invoice and Credit transactions via OB10. You can either send a data file directly to OB10 using the Integrated Solution or create invoices on-line using the Web Form. Charges are made directly from OB10 and will vary dependent on the service you use. Please read the document fully before deciding which option is best for your company. How does OB10 work / what costs are involved? OB10 provides two options which enable you to send electronic invoices: Integrated Solution and Web Form. To ensure automated, straight-through processing and on time payment, invoices submitted are checked by OB10 for duplicates, completeness, and accuracy. Once validated, OB10 creates an electronically signed invoice image and passes the invoice to Pfizer in the data and image formats. Pfizer posts the data format invoice in its Accounts Payable system and pays the invoice following its normal process. The image is retained as a backup. You have access to the Image Archive and various reporting functions through the OB10 portal.

3 1. Sending an extracted data file, using the Integrated Solution You benefit from a fully automated process as invoice data is extracted directly from your billing system using the format, content and structure of your choice. OB10 will create your account on the network, ensuring integration with your existing system. OB10 will accept your invoice and data and translate it directly to the format required by us or any of your customers on the network. Data files can be sent to the network via the OB10 secure web site, EDI or FTP. If you follow OB10 s guidance when creating your data files, changes shouldn t be required as additional customers request your invoices via OB10. If you select the Integrated Solution option, please deliver a test data file to OB10 by April 19, Costs for the Integrated Solution Annual Maintenance Fee $850* Per Invoice Transaction Costs 1 20 invoices per month $ invoices per month $ invoices per month $ ,000 invoices per month $ invoices per month $0.22 * The annual fee covers a single tax entity. If you have multiple tax entities, there is likely to be additional charges. The additional charges will fluctuate based on number of different formats, number of separate connections etc. Please discuss directly with your OB10 representative. Note: Transactions are charged on a monthly basis according to volume. 2. Sending electronic invoices using the Web Form The OB10 Web Form is designed for companies who send a low volume of invoices per year per buyer. OB10 provides a state of the art web-based service that allows you to submit your invoices online, using a secure connection. OB10 guarantees delivery of your invoice to us within hours, allowing us to process your invoice and make prompt payment to you. Costs for the Web Form (No annual fee) Annual Maintenance Fee $0 Pre-purchased Invoice Blocks 25 invoices $30 50 invoices $ invoices $125 You are not required to pay a set-up fee to start using this service. Transactions are purchased in a batch. During registration you ll be asked to buy the first batch of 25 invoices. The transaction cost is based on each invoice or credit processed regardless of the number of lines or the value of the invoice. How to use the Web Form To start using OB10, all you need to do is contact OB10 at pfizer.registration@ob10.com or call , option 2 and arrange for them to activate your account. During the registration process you ll be asked to buy the first batch of 25 invoices. After you have submitted your details you will receive your login details via confirming that you can start sending electronic invoices via OB10.

4 OB10 FAQs Will I need to sign an agreement with OB10? Yes, if you choose to use the Integrated Solution you will sign a specific agreement with OB10. If you choose to use the Web Form, you will be required to accept the standard terms and conditions presented. Why doesn t Pfizer pay the fees? To use the OB10 service, both you and Pfizer pay a fee as we will both benefit from the service. Our analysis shows that once you factor in costs of printing and delivery, it can be more cost effective to submit an invoice electronically via OB10. Is Invoicing via OB10 a requirement for doing business with Pfizer? Yes. With effect from March 29, 2010*, Pfizer Accounts Payable will no longer accept paper invoices from your company if you choose to submit invoices manually on the OB10 portal. Instead, electronic invoices will be the only route to initiate successful payment. (*Deadline for integrated suppliers is May 31, 2010) Will I need to use this service if my account is currently paid on time? Yes. Your use of the OB10 service will help ensure we continue to pay you on time. What happens if I still send paper invoices? While you are working with OB10 to complete your registration Pfizer will continue to receive your paper invoices. We have set a deadline of May 31, 2010*, for suppliers to transition to the network. Once you are sending invoices via the OB10 network please ensure you cease sending paper copies. Paper invoices received after you begin transmitting via OB10 will be rejected. Will Pfizer make payments using OB10? OB10 is not a payment platform. Pfizer will continue to use our current payment methods. Do I need to install any software? No. There is no software required. OB10 provides an easy-to-use solution. Instead of mandating data standards, OB10 s ANY-TO-ANY DATA FORMATTING capability accepts invoices in any format and any file structure. I already send some invoice data directly to other customers; can I send EDI/XML Invoices directly to Pfizer? EDI and XML are just data formats as far as OB10 is concerned; therefore you can use this preferred format to deliver the data to OB10 if you choose to use the Integrated Solution. Pfizer will not take any electronic data directly from suppliers as we take a single consolidated invoice file from OB10, which will contain invoices from all of our suppliers. I already have the facility to make invoices available to my customers via the Internet allowing them to view an image of an invoice on the web. Can I use this facility instead of OB10? No, the OB10 network ensures that Pfizer receives the data you send in a format that will upload to our accounting software and, where applicable, match to a goods receipt record. Offering Pfizer an image of the invoice or an option to download the data in a fixed format does not satisfy Pfizer s business processes.

5 What if I don t have a system capable of creating electronic invoices? You can access the OB10 secure web site and create invoices online using the Web Form. No software installation is required. All you need is an Internet connection and a standard browser. Can I send electronic invoices using OB10 to all of my customers? Yes. Once you are subscribed to the OB10 network, OB10 can enable you to send electronic invoices to any other customers that are members of the network. I am planning to change my Invoicing software soon; can I wait? Our stated aim is to have all suppliers registered and sending invoices by November 30, The OB10 network accepts any incoming data formats, so you can join the network and send your invoices. When you are ready to use your new software, simply advise OB10 of the changes to data output and they will make the necessary changes to the network, ensuring a smooth transition and uninterrupted invoice delivery. Is there further information available on the OB10 service? Yes, please visit /Pfizer or call , option 2. How do I get started? Contact pfizer.registration@ob10.com or call , option 2. Tell the OB10 representative you are a Pfizer customer and are ready to start einvoicing. DO NOT TRY TO SELF REGISTER at An OB10 account ID has already been created for you. Please contact an OB10 representative in order to complete registration. Pfizer - EInvoicing Supplier Project Deadlines WebForm Option Deadlines Deadline Event What it means 3/29/2010 Commitment 3/29/2010 Paper Invoice Cutoff Phone/ to OB10 enrollment team and Registration must be complete (including first payment). After registering, you may begin submitting invoices to Pfizer via OB10. Paper invoices will not be accepted by Pfizer after this date. All invoices must be submitted electronically via OB10. Integrated Solution Deadlines Deadline Event What it means 3/29/2010 Commitment Phone/ OB10 and complete Registration (including first payment). Implementation Data Sample File and Supplier Worksheet must be submitted to 4/19/2010 Initiated OB10. Sample files must be submitted, interpreted, and sent to OB10 5/19/2010 Map Initiated mapping team. Paper Invoice Paper invoices will not be accepted by Pfizer after this date. All 5/31/2010 Cutoff invoices must be submitted electronically via OB10.

6 Tips for Submitting EInvoices to Pfizer Below are some helpful tips when submitting electronic invoices via OB10 for Pfizer Inc (OB10#AAA ): Pfizer Inc accepts both Purchase Order and non-purchase Order invoices through the OB10 system. Non-PO Invoices o PO Number field should remain BLANK for Non-PO invoices o A Pfizer Contact Name MUST be included in the Contact field. o Pfizer general ledger account coding must be included in the body of the invoice to prevent processing delays. o Project Numbers: At times, Pfizer s Purchasing requires the use of Project Numbers (such as: PE s) rather than actual Purchase Orders. When billing for such purchases, the Project Number should not be entered in the PO number field in OB10; instead, enter the project number in the body of the invoice as part of the Pfizer GL coding. The following illustrates the difference between the Purchase Order format and the Project Number format: 1. Purchase Order format: N-XXXXX (begins with N ) 2. Project Number format: PE-XXXXX (begins with PE ) PO Invoices o Service PO - Pfizer may issue Service purchase orders for services being rendered. These POs are easily identifiable because the unit price = $1.00 and the quantity = the total dollar amount of the line item. To ensure prompt payment, be sure to invoice in the same format that the Service PO was issued, in which the unit price = $1.00 and the quantity = the amount being invoiced. o Suppliers who use OB10 s web-entry portal to submit invoices are strongly encouraged to take advantage of OB10 s easy-to-use PO Flip feature. This feature easily converts Pfizer s POs into properly formatted invoices that are likely to arrive at Pfizer without issues. This feature also accommodates partial billing. For more information on the PO Flip feature, see the PO Flip How-to-Guide at or see all of the OB10 helpful videos and feature guides post-login in the OB10 portal Support section. o Some of Pfizer s printed and faxed PO s include prefixes that are not used in Accounts Payable. These prefixes should NOT be included in the Purchase Order field when submitting invoices in OB10. See the below example: If the printed/faxed PO... Starts with a 3 digit number followed by a dash Starts with a 2-3 letters followed by a number In OB10 you should... Drop the 3-digit number and dash Drop the 2-3 letter prefix Sample printed/ faxed PO Should be entered in OB10 as N N LN or PRP