E-Invoicing Exchange Summit - Prague, Sep 23-25, 2024

This workshop is targeting private sector solution developers and public sector authorities. E-Invoices are integral part of a wider context in the entire business data flow. We discuss how governments could support this smooth flow between different business events, what governments could offer back to companies and how solution providers could come along. In the Real-Time Economy concept all business data belong to the entrepreneur and their sharing is only done with the entrepreneur's consent. Data is not a by-product of business, but an asset, because the value of data increases with better use.

Businesses should be able to focus on urgent business matters, on things that really make value for the company and increase productivity, instead of dealing with various time-consuming administrative activities. So how could reporting to the state also be beneficial for the entrepreneur?

Topics to be discussed in workshop:
+ Setting the general scene
- Data is an asset, how to improve the business data quality? Service providers views on improving data quality
- What is once only principle in data management?
- Public sector request for minimal amount of data

+ Mapping business events that happen before and after an E-Invoice
- E-Invoices nor digitalisation alone will make the change, let’s look at the general picture
- Where business data is generated (Digital Product Passport, eOrder, eContract, eWaybill, E-Invoice, ePayment) and how it could be reused for reporting (VAT, Annual reporting, packaging report, sustainability reporting etc), statistics and more
- What happens if there will be gaps in the data movement?
- Different views on architecture, data exchange, public sector collaboration with service providers

+ Launching proactive, personalised and value added services
- Which data-based services could govenrments provide to companies, examples of Business Viability Index and Tool for businesses to boost data-driven business decisions and KYC solution
- How to maximise the opportunies to create data-driven business environment by implementing data interoperability for business reporting, different AI-solutions and other digital services targeted to entrepreneurs?

Supported by 
Pirjo Ilola Finnish State Treasury, Senior Finance Administration Specialist
Hannu Kivinen Finnish State Treasury, Senior Specialist, Peppol-authority
Tomi Rusi Finnish State Treasury, E-invoicing Specialist
Pasi Sinervo Finnish Tax Administration, Developer and Tax Auditor

Delve into the enigmatic world of E-Invoicing, where seemingly humble administrative documents wield unparalleled influence. This session will unravel the complexities of E-Invoicing, covering essential topics including:
+ Terms and Abbreviations: Decipher the jargon and acronyms.
+ E-Invoicing as a Business Process: Explore how E-Invoicing transcends mere paperwork to become a cornerstone of modern business operations.
+ Why Small Businesses are the Elephant in the Room: they aren't at the table, yet they dominate the debate.
+ Why Governments Care (A Lot): Understand why tax and other regulators simply cannot leave the invoice alone.
+ Supporting Characters: Meet the other crucial actors that contribute to the E-Invoicing ecosystem.
+ Models and Frameworks: Discover the diverse array of business and regulatory models and frameworks that shape E-Invoicing.
+ Regional, Sectoral, and Cultural Differences: how regional, sectoral, and cultural factors influence its implementation and adoption.
+ Global interoperability: The GENA/Peppol incubation project

Attendance exclusively reserved for government officials

State of CTC in the EU and Globally
Nazar Paradivskyy Global Subject-Matter Expert, Leader of OpenPeppol CTC Community and Member of GENA Public Policy and Compliance Working Group

Insights into Current Work of OECD
Eduardo Jiménez Adviser VAT Unit - Centre for Tax Policy and Administration, OECD

Current State of Play in Selected Countries that are Currently Implementing CTCs     
Belgium: Wouter Bollaert Ministry of Finance of Belgium
NSG ViDA pilots: Fredrik Andersson Carlö Swedish Tax Agency

Finnish RTE project testing whole ViDA flow through operator into risk analysis tools at tax
Pasi Sinervo Finnish Tax Administration

Open Discussion
+ Review and discuss results from pre-session polls
+ Discuss practical aspects that ViDA is not talking about
+ Information on useful international activities on this matter

Why businesses and governments should get started now:
+ future-proofing with Peppol
+ Cross-border and domestic requirements
+ Invoice specifications, exchange methods, and governance
+ Understanding the landscape
+ Benefits for businesses and governments

Johannes researches, organizes and runs knowledge and networking platforms that help the industry to benefit from new technologies and cope with changing legal and regulatory frameworks. His events make sure that all stakeholders learn, discuss and network with like-minded experts, practitioners and thought leaders. His main focus lies on E-Invoicing since 1999, carrying out the E-Invoicing Exchange Summits in Europe, Asia and the US, the E-Rechnungs-Gipfel in Germany, and the Swiss Payment Forum in Zurich.
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In his presentation, Marcus Laube will present the latest figures, data, and facts from his cutting-edge market study, "The Global E-Invoicing and Tax Compliance Report: Watch the Tornado!" He will place the current developments in Europe within a global context and demonstrate how companies can optimally position themselves for electronic invoicing.

The Digitalization Dialogue under CIAT is working on a project around definitions and categorization of E-Invoicing, continuous transaction controls and other forms of digital reporting or e-audit, to create a Digitalization Classification Matrix. The purpose is to allow stakeholders in the field to use a common vocabulary and categorization of regulatory approaches. Based on this normalization, it will become easier to have a conversation about opportunities and challenges towards regulatory harmonization and interoperability.

Discuss the most pressing business-relevant topics with your peers and gain valuable information.

Partner Dematerialisation Platforms (Plateformes de Dématérialisation Partenaires - PDP) are service providers that have been certified by French government. They are entitled to issue and receive E-Invoices directly with other service providers who are certified as PDP, without going through the Public Invoicing Portal (PPF). 
As a partner of the tax authorities, PDP also handle directory updates, e-reporting and compliance checks.

All participants and speakers are invited to enjoy dinner and refreshments in a casual atmosphere. Use this perfect opportunity to intensify your business contacts and grow your network.

An invoice starts with an order. An order starts with an agreement to enter into a business relationship. It's time to recognize that E-Invoicing isn't just about legal compliance. In this presentation, we’ll explore an alternative definition of compliance that encompasses the full nature of transactions. We’ll discuss the different approaches required for mandatory versus voluntary E-Invoicing scenarios and why E-Invoicing alone can't drive true business transformation. After all, it's just one part of the entire value chain. Join us to learn how E-Invoicing can be a catalyst for supply chain transformation and unlock substantial business benefits.
+ Understanding the importance of aligning E-Invoicing with trading partner and business require-ments in addition to legal compliance requirements, and what this means for companies
+ Key considerations for implementing E-Invoicing, whether mandatory or voluntary, and the (unspo-ken) relationship with EDI
+ Using E-Invoicing as a potential accelerator and bridging the gap with the broader value chain to drive business transformation by addressing real business challenges
+ Strategies for quick and efficient onboarding beyond high-volume trading partners