The article argues that structured e-invoicing is essential for real-time compliance, contrasting it with static PDF invoices that are likened to paper maps. It highlights the limitations of PDFs in modern tax and audit contexts and stresses the need for machine‑enforceable, globally standardised data objects. The piece serves as a commentary on the evolving expectations of tax authorities and the strategic importance of real‑time visibility for CFOs.
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Law360 · about 9 hours ago
The OECD has released guidance for policymakers on designing mandates for real-time reporting of value‑added tax transactions. The guidance is aimed at countries that are considering or adopting real‑time reporting systems and outlines key principles and considerations for effective implementation.
Law360 · about 13 hours ago
The OECD has released guidance to help policymakers design real‑time reporting mandates for VAT transactions. The guidance outlines principles for implementing real‑time data submission to tax authorities, a feature increasingly adopted by member states. It aims to standardise reporting requirements and improve compliance.
LinkedIn Article by My Virtual VAT Team · 1 day ago
This article discusses the importance of reviewing source documents for VAT compliance, highlighting common issues uncovered such as incorrect VAT treatment, missing invoice details, and data quality problems. It recommends a sampling approach of 10‑15 invoices per period and emphasizes the need to document findings and act on insights to improve processes.
VatCalc · 1 day ago
The OECD released a report on 10 January 2026 outlining Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting (DCTR) for VAT, aiming to standardise e‑invoicing and e‑reporting across jurisdictions. The guidance covers planning, digital invoicing foundations, compliance support, data security, interoperability, and long‑term sustainability. It seeks to reduce compliance costs and fraud while promoting cross‑border consistency.
Bloomberg Tax · 4 days ago
Bloomberg Tax argues that digital services taxes (DSTs) are ineffective and distort the digital economy, citing low revenue and compliance burdens. The article highlights that several countries—including Canada, India, Malaysia, and France—have moved away from DSTs or are considering alternatives, and it advocates shifting to a VAT framework for digital services.
GlobalVATCompliance · 5 days ago
From 1 January 2026, a wave of jurisdictions will tighten enforcement of VAT and GST on cross‑border digital services, expanding scope, tightening registration triggers and integrating data‑driven compliance. The changes focus on stronger enforcement, refined liability rules and closer integration of transaction and payment data, affecting non‑resident digital service providers worldwide.