CFOs predict that in 2026, AI will move beyond efficiency gains to drive enterprise-wide transformation, an evolution that depends on strong governance, clean data, and human oversight. John Schwab, CFO of Vertex, notes this shift will move finance from retrospective reporting to real-time decision-making, with governed data and human-in-the-loop models enabling greater strategic value.
The European Union’s “VAT in the Digital Age” (ViDA) initiative is set to reshape the VAT compliance system across member states. At the core of this initiative is the transition to mandatory B2B electronic invoicing, alongside real-time reporting requirements.
For businesses, these changes bring both challenges and opportunities, requiring organizations to adapt their systems, processes, and strategies to remain compliant while also unlocking new efficiencies in their operations.
Get practical guidance on stabilising your France e-invoicing setup, preparing for future e-reporting and e-invoicing mandates.
Since France’s e-invoicing mandate was implemented, the focus for finance and IT teams has shifted from meeting the deadline to resolving operational issues and strengthening processes.
Join Gonçalo Ladeira Dias and Patricia Rocha Jordan for a 45-minute interactive clinic in which they’ll share lessons from the first live implementations, discuss common pitfalls and answer your questions about e-invoicing and e-reporting in France.