Croatia is scaling up its digital fiscalization with Fiscaliztion 2.0, a major reform that mandates real-time e-invoicing and e-reporting for B2B transactions. Starting January 1, 2026, all VAT-registered businesses will be required to exchange electronic invoices and report them in real-time to the Croatian Tax Authority. This represents a significant step toward a fully digitized, data-driven VAT system, comparable to Continuous Transaction Controls (CTC) models already implemented in countries such as Italy, France, and Poland.

For companies operating in or with Croatia, this means that invoice processes, systems, and partners must be ready for fully structured, real-time compliant e-invoicing.

Real-time Compliance Under Fiscalization 2.0

The new legislation introduces a clearance-based e-invoicing model, where invoices are fist validated by the tax authority before being delivered to recipients. Starting in 2026, companies will be required to:

• Send and receive structured e-invoices (XML, EN 16931) for B2B transactions
• Report all invoice data in real time to the Tax Authority
• Report received payments monthly, by the 20th
• Use certified providers supporting AD4, Peppol or EDI

This new law replaces the previous Cash Fiscalization Law and significantly expands its scope, including:

• B2B: mandatory e-invoicing and real-time reporting
• B2C: All receipts must be reported electronically, regardless of payment method
• M2G: already mandatory since 2019 via the national eRačun platform

A Connected e-invoicing ecosystem: Peppol, AMS & National Clearance

To ensure interoperability, Croatia is implementing a decentralized model that works with certified service providers and a national AMS (Addressing & Metadata Service). What this means for companies:

• Every organization must register preferred formats, protocols, and identifiers in the AMS directory
• Invoice senders automatically retrieve recipient information via the AMS
• The tax authority validates invoice data before delivery to the recipient

Companies already using Peppol or EDI can onboard much faster under this new Croatian model.

Implementation timeline for Croatia’s e-invoicing mandate

From September 1, 2025 – Test Phase

A test environment will be available for companies, ERP vendors, and e-invoicing providers to test workflows, fiscal digital signatures, real-time reporting, and AMS registration.

January 1, 2026 – Mandatory e-invoicing for VAT-registered entities. 

All VAT-registered businesses must issue and receive e-invoices for domestic transactions. The obligation to receive invoices also applies to:

• Businesses
• Sole proprietors and freelancers
• State administration
• Local government units
• Budgetary and extrabudetary entities

B2C transactions are also included under the fiscalization fules from this date.

January 1, 2027 – Full adoption

By this date, all governmental and non-VAT-registered budgetary entities must also be able to issue e-invoices.

Why this matters for global supply chains

As European countries move forward real-time digital tax compliance, paper documents, manual checks, and error-prone processes are becoming obsolete. For supply chains, suppliers, and logistics partners, this shift offers:

• More consistent invoice data
• Improved traceability across the supply chain
• Faster payments and fewer disputes
• Full visibility for auditors and tax authorities
• Better intigration between systems and partners

Companies that adopt a robust international e-invoicing solution early can reduce risks and operational burden.

How SPS Commerce supports compliance in Croatia and beyond

With thousands of global trading partners, a proven cloud performance, and strong connectivity to national and international e-invoicing networks, SPS Commerce provides everything businesses need to smoothly transition to Croatian compliance.

SPS supports:

• Peppol, AS4, and EDI connectivity
• Integrated e-invoicing workflows for AR and AP
• Automatic validation and real-time tax reporting
• ERP system integration
• Scalable partner onboarding

With an international compliance architecture already active in multiple CTC countries, businesses are better positioned for a smooth digital transformation.

Conclusion

Croatia’s 2026 e-invoicing mandate represents a major step towards greater transparency, stronger compliance, and a fully digital tax chain. Companies that start preparing now – through integration, provider selection, and process alignment – will be well-positioned when the mandate takes effect. With modern, globally connected e-invoicing architecture, SPS Commerce helps organizations not only stay compliant but also operate smarter, faster, and more efficiently across the entire supply chain. Don’t hesitate to contact us to see where we can help.

In light of the upcoming e-invoicing reform, we’d like to give you an overview of the French e-invoicing system. Read this blog to find out why e-invoicing has become a hot topic in France, and how it will help fight tax fraud and streamline transaction processes.

Final Calendar of the Law

The vote on the reform has been punctuated by numerous postponements, and we’ll be updating this blog regularly to keep you informed of the latest developments.

E-invoicing reform is not a new topic in France, where e-invoicing between businesses and governments (B2G) will be mandatory by 2020. Now, the French government has called for a standardized e-invoicing system for all transactions (B2B, B2C), both sales and purchases.

On July 28, 2023, the French government issued a press release announcing a further delay in the implementation of e-invoicing, without giving further details. It was only later that the new timetable was unveiled with the amendment of October 17, 2023, with the key dates of September 2026 and September 2027 for a staggered rollout to businesses according to their size. This timetable was approved with the new Finance Law in December 2023 and will not change.

A final thunderclap in the fall of 2024 with the announcement of the withdrawal of the PPF (the Administration’s Platform) implies a reorganization of the Y-scheme as well as the role of the PA (previously PDP), but does not go back to the staggered timetable voted in 2023. This reorganization requires companies to choose a platform to comply with the new regulations by September 2026. We detail the points of the Reform and its obligations below.

Here is how the Reform will work with the removal of the Public Portal.

What are the next steps?

• 2025: Delivery of directory and launch of pilot for in-depth testing. The PAs have received temporary registrations and some are already connected to the state administration
• September 1st, 2026: Issuing of e-invoices for large companies – Reception of e-invoices mandatory for everyone
• September 1st, 2027: Issuing of e-invoices for SMBs and small companies in September

Wondering where your business fits in?

The government has put various tools in place to help you understand the system better. You can fill out a quick questionnaire on the impots.gouv.fr website. And for a general overview, here are the official categories:

– SMEs are defined as a workforce of fewer than 5,000 people and annual sales of less than €1.5 billion or a balance sheet of less than €2 billion.

– Small businesses are defined as a workforce of fewer than 250 people and annual sales of less than €50 million or a balance sheet of less than €43 million.

The deadlines are rapidly approaching, and it’s never too early to start to prepare, even if your company falls into the small business category, as you will need to be able to receive electronic invoices as of September 1, 2026. 

We’re continuing to take part in the various discussions to help you make the transition to electronic invoicing, stay tuned for the latest news on e-invoicing in France and get ready for 2026!

Introduction

Among postponements and deliberations, this long-term work initiated by the government involves many actors, including service providers like SPS Commerce. Interoperability across different e-invoicing platforms has been a high-priority focus of the group.  A Peppol authority, taken over by the French government, has been set up to facilitate this exchange.

With this new initiative, the government is aiming to combat VAT fraud and make transaction processes more efficient.

Context

The European Union and the European Commission want to simplify and facilitate business-to-business (B2B) relations. The extension of the electronic invoicing requirements for domestic transactions between VAT taxpayer companies, as well as non-domestic B2B transactions, have given rise to e-invoicing. In 2022, there had been 4 million French businesses subject to VAT, 96% of which will be small businesses.

There are 4 main objectives to this mandate:

• Limited VAT fraud
• Limited constraints between companies (thanks to real-time transactions between suppliers and customers)
• Transparency to government authorities
• Use of new technologies

What to expect

Businesses will have to send electronic invoices for their business-to-business transactions – this is known as “e-invoicing”. The second part, known as “e-reporting”, concerns invoicing data that do not fall within the scope of e-invoicing, but which remain transactions subject to VAT.

To be compliant, companies will have to go through an approved third-party commercial partner platform, “Plateforme Agréée” (previously “Plateforme de Dematerialization Partenaire” (PDP)). Indeed, in October 2024, the government decided to withdraw its platform (the Portail Public de Facturation), giving greater weight to the platforms registered with the government – see graph above.

Plateforme Agréée (PA)

A PA is an intermediary between a supplier and a customer. PAs are the only platforms that can transmit electronic invoices directly to their recipients AND transmit the data to the authorities. They now play a central role in the Reform and must ensure that data integrity, authenticity and completeness are maintained. PAs will be registered by the administration and will also play an internal role, such as managing a directory. And yes, SPS Commerce supports both B2G and B2B e-invoicing requirements in France, we are registered under number 0010.

E-Invoicing Formats

All French e-invoicing providers will need to ensure that UBL, CII, and Factur-X (the three main French e-invoice formats) are supported. Additionally, PDF invoices can be created, but cannot be scans – if you’re at all familiar with e-invoicing, this is nothing new.

Next steps

If you are a company that is subject to VAT in France, these laws concern you. However, you have nothing to worry about if you choose to use a service provider that meets all compliancy requirements (like SPS Commerce). And, if you choose to become a customer of SPS Commerce, you can take comfort in knowing that not only are you meeting all regulations, but you can also easily digitalize all your business processes.

Questions? Feel free to reach out. We’re more than happy to help!

1. Data-Driven Insights for Better Decision Making

SPS Commerce provides advanced analytics tools that transform raw data into actionable insights. This helps companies into their decision making processes as they can dive into different sorts of data. Here are a few examples:

• Discover demand patterns: Analyze transactional data from trading partners to identify seasonal spikes for specific products.
• Regional trends: Tailor strategies based on location-specific buying behavior, such as increased demand for fall apparel in colder regions.
• Predictive capabilities: Use historical data to forecast future seasonal trends and make smarter inventory and marketing decisions.

2. Omni-Channel Visibility

With the rise of eCommerce and hybrid shopping behaviors, it’s crucial to understand consumer activity across different channels. A clear visibility on your supply chain is the key to success. Here is how SPS Commerce can help:

• Unified data view: SPS Commerce integrates data from online marketplaces, brick-and-mortar stores, and wholesale channels.
• Channel performance: Pinpoint where seasonal purchases are happening to refine your campaign strategies.

3. Collaborative Data Sharing to Stay Ahead

SPS Commerce fosters collaboration by connecting retailers, suppliers, and distributors through its retail network. This collaboration is a win-win situation where organizations are a step ahead of competition. How can this be achieved:

• Real-time insights: Share and access seasonal buying data directly from trading partners to more accurately forecast demand.
• Supply chain alignment: Coordinate production schedules and inventory levels to efficiently meet seasonal demand.

4. Inventory Management for Seasonal Peaks

Seasonal buying trends often cause unpredictable demand spikes. We can’t stress enough the importance of stock visibility, and if you want to go deeper on the topic, we already wrote blog posts about inventory management. Here are two example on how SPS Commerce helps businesses stay prepared.

• Automated replenishment: Ensure you never run out of popular seasonal products, such as Halloween costumes or holiday decorations.
• Turnover analysis: Track how well seasonal products perform to make data-driven decisions for future inventory planning.

5. Impactful Seasonal Promotions

Seasonal campaigns can make or break your Q4 revenue goals. SPS Commerce’s data-driven insights ensure your promotions are successful.

• Product popularity: Identify top-performing products during the fall season and concentrate your promotional efforts on them.
• Campaign tracking: Analyze the impact of seasonal promotions to refine your strategy during peak buying periods.

6. Enhanced Forecasting for Future Trends

Accurate forecasting is crucial for preparing for seasonal demands. SPS Commerce uses predictive analytics, combining all available insights, to help businesses stay ahead.

• Early trend identification: Discover emerging consumer preferences, like trending Halloween costumes or fall-flavored beverages.
• Demand forecasting: Use October buying data to optimize inventory for the holiday rush.

7. Retail Network Connectivity

SPS Commerce’s vast network of retailers and suppliers provides valuable insights into seasonal buying patterns. It is our biggest strength and is undeniably a competitive advantage.

• Benchmarking: Compare your seasonal performance against industry standards to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborative planning: Work with trading partners to align strategies for seasonal peaks.

8. Real-Time Reporting and Alerts

Staying agile during seasonal peaks is critical. SPS Commerce provides real-time data to support quick and informed decision-making.

• Demand spikes: Receive alerts for sudden changes in seasonal demand to avoid stockouts or overstocking.
• Campaign performance: Monitor the success of your seasonal strategies in real time and adjust as needed.

9. Seamless Integration with Existing Systems

SPS Commerce integrates with ERP, POS, and eCommerce platforms, allowing businesses to easily track seasonal trends without overhauling their systems. Your organization can benefit from all insights, without even changing habits or systems, allowing:

• Streamlined workflows: Consolidate seasonal data analysis into your existing processes.
• Enhanced usability: Make seasonal insights more accessible across teams for better collaboration.

10. Strategic Partner Collaboration

Finally, SPS Commerce fosters collaboration between trading partners to align seasonal strategies effectively.

• Coordinate promotions: Work with suppliers and retailers to optimize seasonal campaigns and inventory planning.
• Share insights: Leverage data from the SPS Commerce network to gain a competitive edge.

Conclusion

Seasonal buying trends present businesses with incredible opportunities for businesses to connect with their customers, boost sales, and refine their strategies. SPS Commerce provides the tools, insights, and partnerships needed to analyze trends effectively and succeed during key shopping periods.

Whether it’s predicting demand for Halloween costumes or preparing for the holiday shopping surge, SPS Commerce empowers businesses to make smarter, data-driven decisions. Are you ready to unlock the power of seasonal buying trends? Let SPS Commerce be your trusted partner.

This blog provides actionable insights for suppliers looking to excel in vendor compliance and enhance their supply chain performance.

What Is Vendor Compliance?

Vendor compliance refers to the adherence of suppliers to the specific requirements and standards set by their retail partners or other entities within the supply chain. These requirements can encompass various aspects, including packaging, labeling, shipping, EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) processes, and regulatory compliance. Failure to meet these requirements can lead to penalties, strained relationships, and reduced efficiency.

Why Does Vendor Compliance Matter in Supply Chains?

Vendor compliance is critical in ensuring the smooth flow of products, data, and communication through the supply chain. Here are a few reasons how being compliant will benefits your company:

1. Cost Reduction: Non-compliance can result in fines, rework costs, and delays. Adhering to requirements eliminates these unnecessary expenses.
2. Operational Efficiency: A compliant supplier ensures seamless processes, reducing bottlenecks and improving supply chain agility.
3. Stronger Relationships: Retailers and partners value suppliers who meet their standards, fostering trust and long-term collaboration.
4. Competitive Advantage: Suppliers who excel in compliance stand out in the marketplace, attracting more business opportunities.

How to Achieve Seamless Vendor Compliance

Achieving vendor compliance may seem daunting, but with the right strategies, it can be streamlined. Here are key steps to guide suppliers:

Understand Retailer Requirements Thoroughly

Every retailer has unique compliance guidelines. Suppliers should invest time in understanding these requirements comprehensively, which may include:

• EDI Standards: Many retailers require EDI for seamless data exchange. Ensure your systems can handle purchase orders, invoices, and shipment notifications electronically.
• Packaging and Labeling Rules: Correct labeling and packaging requirements are crucial to avoid rejected shipments.
• Shipping and Delivery Timelines: Adhere to specified delivery windows to maintain trust with your partners.

Proactively ask questions, seek clarifications, and request documentation to leave no room for ambiguity.

Leverage Technology for Automation

Technology is a game-changer in vendor compliance. Implement tools that simplify and automate compliance tasks, such as:

• EDI Solutions: Invest in a robust EDI platform to exchange critical documents seamlessly and in real-time.
• Vendor Compliance Software: Use software to monitor, track, and manage compliance metrics effortlessly.
• Data Analytics Tools: Analyze supply chain data to identify patterns and optimize processes.

Automation reduces manual errors and ensures standards are consistently met.

Maintain Clear Communication Across the Supply Chain

Effective communication bridges gaps in understanding and execution. Suppliers should:

• Collaborate Closely with Retailers: Regularly touch base with partners to stay updated on changing requirements.
• Train Their Teams: Educating employees on compliance standards to ensure everyone is aligned.
• Share Documentation: Provide clear and accurate documentation to all business partners will prevent misunderstandings.

Transparency and collaboration foster better compliance outcomes.

Conduct Regular Audits

Periodic audits help identify areas of improvement and ensure continuous adherence to compliance standards. Suppliers should:

• Monitor Key Metrics: Track metrics such as order accuracy, delivery timeliness, and EDI compliance rates.
• Evaluate Processes: Analyze workflows to pinpoint inefficiencies.
• Act on Feedback: Use retailer feedback to refine best practices.

Audits keep your compliance strategy dynamic and responsive.

Partner with Compliance Experts

Sometimes, achieving vendor compliance requires external expertise. Partnering with compliance consultants or third-party providers can help you:

• Navigate Complex Requirements: Specialists can guide through intricate compliance guidelines.
• Implement Best Practices: Leverage their knowledge to optimize processes.
• Avoid Costly Mistakes: Their experience minimizes errors and penalties.

Outsourcing certain aspects of compliance can save time and resources while enhancing performance.

The Role of Vendor Compliance in Supply Chain Success

Seamless vendor compliance isn’t just a necessity; it’s a strategic advantage. Suppliers who prioritize compliance position themselves as reliable partners in the supply chain ecosystem. This, in turn, leads to better collaboration, increased efficiency, and stronger relationships with retailers.

Conclusion

Achieving seamless vendor compliance is a continuous journey that requires understanding, technology, communication, audits, and collaboration. By implementing the strategies outlined above, suppliers can not only meet retailer standards but also drive operational excellence and stand out in the competitive supply chain landscape.

Investing in vendor compliance is investing in your supply chain’s success — don’t wait to take the first step.

By focusing on vendor compliance, suppliers can unlock the full potential of their supply chains, ensuring long-term growth and success.

What is real-time data in inventory management?

Real-time data refers to information that is updated and available immediately as events occur. In inventory management, this means having real-time visibility of stock levels, sales, shipments and other key metrics. This data is often collected through technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, barcode scanners, RFID tags and integrated software systems.

Having real-time data can be a struggle for supply chain professionals, who might overlook this aspect of their processes. However, overlooking these data can leave behind even the best in the market.

The benefits of real-time data for inventory management

Real-time data provides many benefits, not only to inventory management, but also throughout the whole supply chain. Analyzing supply chain data puts organizations on the path of success. Let’s have a look at 6 key points:

1. Improved accuracy: Traditional inventory management systems often rely on periodic stock counts or batch updates, which can lead to errors or outdated information. Real-time data ensures that inventory levels are always accurate, minimizing issues such as overstocking or running out of stock.
2. Enhanced demand forecasting: Real-time data provides insight into customer buying patterns, seasonal trends and market conditions. This enables businesses to make more informed decisions about stock levels, ensuring they can meet demand without holding excessive inventory.
3. Optimized stock levels: With real-time insights, businesses can avoid the pitfalls of overstocking or understocking. They can swiftly identify slow-moving items and adapt their purchasing decisions and promotional strategies accordingly.
4. Faster decision-making: Real-time data enables managers to make quick, informed decisions. For instance, if a product sells faster than anticipated, businesses can immediately reorder or allocate stock from other locations.
5. Streamlined operations: Integrating real-time data with inventory management software enables businesses to automate processes such as reordering, inventory audits and reporting. This reduces manual effort and enhances operational efficiency.
6. Better customer experience: Customers expect products to be available when and where they need them. Real-time data allows businesses to provide customers with accurate stock information, ensuring a seamless shopping experience.

Applications of real-time data in inventory management

Analyzing supply chain data is the first step to success. Let’s now look at how you can leverage these data and take some actions:

• Automated reordering: Real-time data can trigger automatic purchase orders when stock levels hit predefined thresholds.
• Dynamic pricing: Businesses can adjust prices based on real-time demand and inventory levels.
• Warehouse optimization: Tracking inventory movement in real time enables businesses to optimize warehouse layouts and improve picking efficiency.
• Multi-channel syncing: Real-time data ensures consistent inventory levels across online stores, physical stores and third-party marketplaces.

Technologies Driving Real-Time Inventory Management

Several technologies enable businesses to harness the power of real-time data. Combining those technologies will improve your chances of success:

• IoT devices: Sensors and connected devices track stock levels and movement within warehouses.
• RFID tags: These provide instant updates on inventory as products move through the supply chain.
• Cloud-based software: Platforms such as ERP systems integrate data from multiple sources to provide a centralized view of inventory.
• AI and machine learning: These tools analyze real-time data to predict demand and optimize inventory processes.

Challenges in Implementing Real-Time Inventory Management

While the benefits of real-time data are now clear, there are challenges to implementing it:

• Cost of technology: Investing in IoT devices, software and training can be costly.
• Data overload: Managing and analyzing large volumes of data requires robust systems and expertise.
• Integration issues: Real-time data must be seamlessly integrated with existing processes and systems.

This is were SPS Commerce is your best ally. SPS Commerce offers unparalleled connectivity through seamless integration with thousands of solutions, enabling businesses to streamline operations and unlock their full potential. Our extensive network of pre-built connections ensures that retailers, suppliers, and distributors can effortlessly integrate with the platforms they rely on, from ERP systems to e-commerce marketplaces and shipping solutions.

The Future of Inventory Management

Finally, success is also tied to what lies ahead. As technology continues to evolve, real-time data will become increasingly critical for inventory management. Advancements in AI, blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT) will further enhance visibility, accuracy and decision-making. Businesses that embrace these innovations will be better placed to meet customer expectations, reduce costs and stimulate growth.

How SPS Commerce can help you

SPS Commerce’s analytics solutions empower businesses with the ability to harness real-time data management, transforming raw data into actionable insights. By leveraging our advanced tools, companies can monitor performance metrics, track key trends, and make informed decisions without delay. As we’ve seen, real-time data management ensures that organizations respond proactively to market shifts, optimize inventory levels, and strengthen supply chain partnerships. With SPS Commerce, businesses gain the clarity and agility needed to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive sustainable growth—all backed by the power of accurate, timely data at their fingertips.

Conclusion

Real-time data is transforming inventory management from a reactive process into a proactive strategy. By leveraging accurate, up-to-the-minute information, businesses can optimize stock levels, improve forecasting and deliver better customer experiences. Whether you are a retailer, distributor or manufacturer, adopting real-time inventory management is not just a competitive advantage — it is a necessity in today’s dynamic market.

With SPS Commerce, businesses can focus on growth, knowing their systems work together harmoniously to support efficiency, collaboration, and scalability in today’s fast-paced digital economy. Contact us today to make to first step toward success!

But what does this mean in practice? SPS Commerce is dedicated to empowering its customers to reach their goals and unlock new opportunities. Let’s dive into how SPS Commerce delivers value through innovation, collaboration, and a customer-first approach.

A Customer-Centric Approach to Supply Chain Success

At SPS Commerce, we believe that every business is unique, with distinct needs, challenges, and aspirations. This belief drives us to deeply understand our customers’ goals and deliver tailored solutions that make a meaningful impact.

• Personalized Support: Whether a global retailer or a small supplier, we work closely with customers to ensure our solutions align with their business strategies. From onboarding to ongoing support, we’re there every step of the way, in your preferred language.
• Customer Success Stories:
  • For instance, imagine a supplier struggling to meet the demands of a growing retailer. SPS Commerce’s EDI solutions enable seamless communication, reducing errors and streamlining order fulfillment. The result? Faster growth and improved relationships across the board.
  • Another customer story highlights a retailer who faced inventory challenges. With SPS Commerce’s analytics tools, they gained visibility into trends and optimized their inventory strategy, leading to better sales performance and reduced waste.

Solutions That Drive Efficiency and Growth

SPS Commerce’s suite of solutions is designed to simplify, speed up, and make supply chain operations more collaborative. Here are some of the key ways we empower customers:

1. EDI Made Easy:
   Forget the headaches of manual processes! Our cloud-based EDI solutions automate communication between trading partners, reducing errors and saving time. Whether you’re sending purchase orders, invoices, or shipping notices, our tools make it effortless.
2. Retail Network Connectivity:
   SPS Commerce connects businesses to the largest retail network in the industry. Suppliers, retailers, and distributors can easily find and collaborate with new trading partners, opening the door to growth opportunities.
3. Analytics for Smarter Decisions:
   Knowledge is power, especially in retail. SPS Commerce’s analytics tools provide valuable insights into sales trends, inventory performance, and consumer behavior. Armed with this data, businesses can make informed decisions that increase profitability.
4. Omnichannel Enablement:
   Today’s customers expect seamless experiences whether they’re shopping online, in-store, or via mobile apps. SPS Commerce helps businesses adapt to omnichannel demands by ensuring their supply chains are agile, efficient, and ready to deliver.

Collaboration is Key

One of the biggest challenges in retail is fostering collaboration across a diverse network of suppliers, retailers, and logistics providers. SPS Commerce bridges these gaps, enabling businesses to work together more effectively.

• A Unique Platform: SPS Commerce provides a single platform for communication, data sharing, and collaboration, eliminating silos and ensuring everyone is on the same page.
• Building Stronger Relationships: When trading partners can trust their data and processes, relationships flourish. SPS Commerce helps companies strengthen these connections, paving the way for long-term success.

SPS Commerce: A Partner in Industry Leadership

Empowering customers means more than providing tools; it means sharing expertise, setting industry standards, and preparing businesses for the future.

• Thought Leadership: SPS Commerce stays ahead of retail trends, providing customers with insights into the industry’s future.
• Commitment to Innovation: We continuously evolve our solutions to meet our customers’ changing needs. From embracing AI-driven analytics to exploring new ways of connecting partners, we focus on delivering cutting-edge technology.

Empowering Businesses, One Connection at a Time

Our mission at SPS Commerce is simple: to help businesses succeed by simplifying, speeding up, and streamlining the retail supply chain. We are proud to empower our customers to thrive in an ever-changing industry by reducing operational complexities and unlocking growth opportunities.

Are you ready to see how SPS Commerce can help your business grow? Let’s take the next step together. Connect with SPS Commerce today!

Seamless Integration with Leading ERP Systems

SPS Commerce’s e-invoicing solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly with a wide range of leading ERP and accounting systems. This includes systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics and others. The solutions are built to be compatible with these platforms, ensuring a smooth and efficient integration process.

You can benefit from the latest technology without having to change the way you work – that’s the power of our seamless integration. Here is how we do it:

Pre-Built Connectors

To facilitate quick and efficient integration, SPS Commerce offers pre-built connectors for many popular ERP and accounting systems. These connectors simplify the integration process by enabling direct communication between the e-invoicing solution and existing systems.

Technical teams on both sides save time and energy; our connectors reduce the need for extensive customization and accelerate the implementation timeline.

Custom Integration Services

Of course, if your company has specific needs, you can go beyond our pre-built connectors.

For organizations with unique or complex systems, SPS Commerce offers custom integration services. Their team of experts works closely with the organization to understand its specific requirements and develop customized solutions that fit seamlessly into the existing infrastructure.

This ensures that the e-invoicing system is fully compatible with the organization’s processes and workflows, while remaining compliant with all regulatory requirements.

Comprehensive Data Mapping

SPS Commerce ensures that all relevant data fields from existing ERP and accounting systems are accurately mapped to the e-invoicing solution. This comprehensive data mapping ensures that all necessary information is captured and transferred correctly, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring data integrity.

This is the foundation of our work. If the data isn’t mapped correctly, the entire ecosystem is at risk.

Robust Testing and Validation

To ensure that these mappings work properly, SPS Commerce performs thorough testing and validation before going live to ensure that the integration works correctly.

This includes testing data flows, verifying compliance with regulatory requirements, and ensuring that all system interactions work as expected. This rigorous testing process helps identify and resolve potential issues before they impact operations.

Ongoing Support and Maintenance

SPS Commerce provides ongoing support and maintenance to ensure that the e-invoicing solution continues to run smoothly after integration. This includes regular updates, troubleshooting assistance, and access to a dedicated support team.

By providing ongoing support, SPS Commerce helps organizations quickly address any issues that may arise and maintain optimal system performance. We pride ourselves on having local teams that are fully dedicated to your business needs and are available to answer your questions in French, Dutch or German!

Training and Resources

To ensure a smooth transition, SPS Commerce provides training and resources for your staff. This includes documentation, webinars, and hands-on training sessions to ensure that employees are comfortable using the new e-invoicing system. By equipping employees with the necessary knowledge and skills, SPS Commerce helps minimize disruptions and ensure a successful integration.

By leveraging these strategies, SPS Commerce ensures that its e-invoicing solutions seamlessly integrate with existing ERP and accounting systems, allowing organizations to maintain efficient operations and minimize disruptions.

This blog explores how these technologies impact the daily life of a Sales Director, highlighting the benefits and challenges they bring.

Streamlining Order Processing

EDI and e-invoicing have revolutionized the way orders are processed. For a Sales Director, this means faster and more accurate order fulfillment. EDI enables the seamless exchange of documents such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping notices between trading partners.

This automation reduces manual data entry, minimizes errors, and accelerates the order-to-cash cycle. As a result, Sales Directors can ensure that their teams process orders more efficiently, leading to improved customer satisfaction.

Enhancing Data Accuracy and Visibility

Accurate and real-time data is crucial for a Sales Director to make informed decisions. EDI and e-invoicing provide enhanced data accuracy by eliminating manual entry errors and ensuring that all documents are standardized.

This improved accuracy leads to better visibility into sales operations, inventory levels, and customer orders. Sales Directors can access real-time data to monitor performance, identify trends, and make strategic decisions that drive business growth. Plus, it’s easy to integrate an analytics tool into the process for real-time data analysis.

Improving Customer Relationships

Timely and accurate invoicing is essential for maintaining strong customer relationships. E-invoicing streamlines the invoicing process by ensuring that invoices are generated and delivered promptly. This reduces payment delays and disputes, leading to improved cash flow and customer satisfaction. For Sales Directors, this means fewer customer complaints and a stronger focus on building long-term relationships and loyalty.

Ensuring Compliance with Regulations

Sales Directors must navigate a complex landscape of regulatory requirements, especially when operating in multiple regions. EDI and e-invoicing solutions are designed to ensure compliance with various regulations, including tax laws and e-invoicing mandates. These solutions automate compliance checks, reducing the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.

Sales Directors can have peace of mind knowing that their invoicing processes are in line with legal requirements. This will reassure the customer and provide a better outlook for the future, encouraging the renewal of commercial agreements.

Reducing Operational Costs

By automating repetitive tasks and reducing the need for manual intervention, EDI and e-invoicing help lower operational costs. These technologies reduce the need for paper-based processes, minimize errors, and decrease the time spent on administrative tasks.

For Sales Directors, this translates to cost savings that can be reinvested in strategic initiatives, such as expanding sales teams or enhancing marketing efforts.

How SPS Commerce Can Help

At SPS Commerce, we understand the challenges faced by Sales Directors and offer comprehensive EDI and e-invoicing solutions designed to streamline their operations.

Our solutions ensure data accuracy, enhance visibility, improve customer relationships, and ensure compliance with global regulations. By partnering with SPS Commerce, Sales Directors can confidently navigate the complexities of modern sales operations and drive business success.

Navigating the complexity of e-invoicing regulations

CIOs must ensure that their organizations comply with a myriad of e-invoicing regulations that vary widely by region. Mainly, these regulations require invoices to be submitted to tax authorities in a timely and accurate manner. The challenge is to integrate these requirements into existing systems and processes without disrupting the supply chain.

The advent of ViDA (VAT in the digital age) will help standardize VAT across the European Union, but it will not be implemented until 2030. For this reason, we advise companies to set up systems that are as close as possible to the legal requirements and that work with the Peppol network. In fact, this type of decentralized model will be the European standard, and the network is also used internationally for the exchange of electronic invoices.

Improving Supply Chain Efficiency

Improving supply chain efficiency is one of the key responsibilities of CIOs and operations managers. This includes streamlining processes, reducing cycle times, and ensuring that orders are fulfilled on time. Electronic invoicing can streamline these processes by reducing paperwork and manual processing and minimizing errors, but it also requires robust systems and extensive employee training.

To improve efficiency, it’s best to choose an agile system that allows multiple technologies to be integrated into an existing system, as we explain below.

Managing Technology Integration

The integration of new technologies, including e-invoicing systems, is a major challenge for CIOs. They must ensure that these new technologies integrate seamlessly with existing ERP and accounting systems. This requires careful planning, investment, and coordination between different departments to ensure optimal operation and minimal disruption.

Choosing a solution provider that already has many solid partnerships with different ERPs will help you make the right choice. Seamless integration that requires no effort from your teams will ensure a quick and efficient implementation.

Ensure data security and compliance

With e-invoicing, data security and compliance have become paramount. CIOs and operations managers must implement stringent security measures to protect sensitive financial data. E-invoicing systems must comply with data privacy regulations in addition to all traditional legal requirements, adding another layer of responsibility to their functions.

They must also adapt to an ever-changing environment. They must keep pace with industry trends, technological advances and regulatory changes. E-invoicing is just one aspect of this dynamic landscape that requires constant attention and adaptation to ensure compliance and efficiency.

How SPS Commerce Can Help

At SPS Commerce, we understand the challenges faced by CIOs and COOs. We offer solutions designed to streamline their operations. Our comprehensive e-invoicing solutions ensure compliance with international regulations, improve supply chain efficiency and enhance data security.

By partnering with SPS Commerce, organizations can confidently navigate the complexities of modern supply chain management and e-invoicing.

Managing Supply Chain Complexity

As companies expand globally, supply chains become increasingly complex. Managing multiple suppliers, manufacturers and distributors in different geographical areas also contributes to the complexity. This means speaking their language, in every sense of the word: their mother tongue as well as their technological language.
Electronic invoicing adds another layer to this difficulty: each country has its own laws governing commercial transactions. All of this requires a comprehensive approach, both from a legal and technological perspective, with strong change management.

Mitigating Risks and Disruptions

Supply chain disruptions can be caused by a variety of factors, the most significant of which are natural disasters, geopolitical tensions and pandemics.
Supply chain managers need to develop resilience strategies to mitigate these risks. E-invoicing can play a key role in providing real-time data and improved visibility, enabling faster decision-making in the event of a crisis.

Leveraging Technology for Optimized Management

The adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things and blockchain is transforming supply chain management. Electronic invoicing is one of the technological innovations in this transformation, offering greater accuracy, reduced fraud and improved financial control.
However, integrating these technologies requires investment and, as mentioned above, significant change management.

How can we Guarantee Efficient Order Fulfillment?

Supply chain managers are under constant pressure to improve order fulfillment efficiency. In particular, they need to reduce lead times for all players, maintain optimal stock levels and, of course, ensure on-time delivery to customers.
Digitalizing the supply chain helps maintain this efficiency over the long term. Visibility of all orders, stocks and even deliveries enables economies of scale and better risk management.

What About e-Invoicing in the Supply Chain?

You also need to know how to navigate the regulations governing e-invoicing. With the arrival of new regulations in this area, supply chain managers need to ensure compliance in several jurisdictions. The challenge is to integrate these e-invoicing systems without disrupting supply chain operations.
Beyond legal compliance, e-invoicing integration further streamlines processes by reducing paperwork and minimizing errors. However, it also requires robust IT systems and staff training to get the most out of it.

How can SPS Commerce help you?

At SPS Commerce, we understand these challenges and offer solutions designed to streamline your supply chain operations. Our comprehensive e-invoicing solutions ensure compliance with international regulations, improve execution efficiency and provide global supply chain visibility. By working with SPS Commerce, supply chain managers can benefit from effective solutions to these challenges.