Blogs - OpusCapita

October 01, 2020

A dream about global interoperability

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

It has been a while since I last wrote to you. Summer, Covid, and everything else has left a trace into my activities as well.

June 30, 2020

OpusCapita Finalises EU funded Project for AS4 Protocol Integration

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Digitalization, OpusCapita, Business Network, E-invoicing

OpusCapita is officially closing the project AS4EDI which was founded by European Commission and CEF Telecom program to cultivate Electronic Invoicing in Europe.

May 25, 2020

How can e-Invoicing save the world?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Invoice Process Automation, Business Network

We all have been the witnesses for a new phenomenon in the modern world. Like a scenario from a fictional movie has become reality.

April 20, 2020

EESPA - A closer look at one of the oldest e-invoicing communities

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

In today’s situation the topic of e-invoicing is more real than ever. The confidence of getting paid is more crucial in difficult economic situations compared to good times.

March 06, 2020

Peppol Initiatives in the Nordics

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Business Network

Let’s take a look at how Peppol is influencing e-procurement and e-commerce in the Nordics. It will be interesting to see what conclusions we can draw for the rest of us.

February 18, 2020

E-invoicing developments in Europe and the United States

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Invoice Process Automation, Business Network, E-invoicing

I would like to take a look at e-invoicing in the US as I just returned from a Business Payments Coalition meeting. And also provide more information about European developments.

January 20, 2020

The exciting 20s of Peppol

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

The first development is that Peppol is rebranding itself. The second development is that Peppol and the clearance model are moving closer together.

December 12, 2019

Reflections from my trip to Singapore

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Business Network, E-invoicing

Let’s start by why I went to Singapore? There was an Exchange Summit. And on top of that also OpenPeppol had its Management Committee meeting.

November 21, 2019

What’s going on in e-invoicing

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Business Network, E-invoicing

In this blog we will take a look at India, who is making a move towards the clearance model for e-invoicing. And then we will take a closer look at the Hybrid Invoices.

October 23, 2019

The clearance model is gaining a stronger foothold in Europe

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Digitalization, Business Network, E-invoicing

There are different models out there that ensure compliance in electronic invoice processes.

September 23, 2019

The EU a strong driver for the future of e-invoicing?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

EU initiatives that are ongoing to further the development and spread of electronic invoices across Europe. I am also proud to say that OpusCapita is part of these projects.

August 16, 2019

Peppol and reflections on the future of electronic messaging

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Business Network

This time I’d like to take the opportunity to reflect a little bit on why we as a company chose to become a Peppol service provider and how this journey has been.

June 12, 2019

Is Global Interoperability Getting Closer?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

As the European standard for e-invoicing is being implemented this year, there is a real sense that the creation of a larger global framework may be possible.

May 24, 2019

News from Business Payments Coalition meeting 2019

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Business Network, E-invoicing

The United States is moving forward with country-wide e-invoice standardization activities. Read the latest insights from the payment coalition meeting 2019.

April 19, 2019

3 Key Takeaways from Peppol General Assembly

by Ahti Allikas PEPPOL, Source-to-Pay, Business Network, E-invoicing

Ahti Allikas presents the key takeaways from the 2019 Peppol General Assembly: Increased focus on different users, Internationalization and highlights from the working plan.

March 20, 2019

PEPPOL Continues its Global Expansion

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, E-invoicing

As many of you know, Peppol began life as an EU funded project to establish standards for electronic public procurement within the EU.

January 23, 2019

How E-invoicing Can Lower your Risk of Fraud

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Business Network, E-invoicing

Recently, nearly 35,000 CFO’s were subject to a targeted Phishing scam costing these organizations both time and money. Learn how e-invoicing can reduce your risk of fraud.

December 04, 2018

Get Ahead of the Game and Be Ready for e-Invoicing in 2019

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, E-invoicing

The year 2019 will see many of the much-talked-about initiatives around e-invoicing becoming a reality. Are you ready for the changes ahead? Read the blog to learn steps forward.

November 02, 2018

Standardization of e-Invoicing in the U.S. Takes Steps Forward

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Buyer-Supplier Ecosystem, Business Network, E-invoicing

The United States is moving forward with country-wide e-invoice standardization. This blog explains why this news should have a positive influence on the global e-invoicing market.

September 12, 2018

How Will the New European Standard on e-Invoicing Affect You?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Industry Trends and Technology, Business Network, E-invoicing

The new European standard on e-invoicing will take effect soon. This blog summarizes what the standard actually is and what it is not. Do you know how it will affect your company?

June 13, 2018

Why the Latin American Approach Is the Hot Topic in Electronic Invoicing?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Industry Trends and Technology, Business Network, E-invoicing

The Latin American approach to e-invoicing has become a hot topic in Europe. What is the difference and why the interest is rising? This blog answers the most frequent questions.

May 16, 2018

Countdown to the European e-Invoicing Standard Means Also a Spurt for PEPPOL

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Digitalization, Industry Trends and Technology, Business Network, E-invoicing

Only 11 months to go until public sector in Europe will need to be able to receive e-invoices. PEPPOL has become an interesting option for the implementation - here’s why.

March 07, 2018

Real-Time VAT Control Has Come to Europe and Is Changing e-Invoicing as We Know It

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, Industry Trends and Technology, E-invoicing

Italy is mandating e-invoicing for all companies and implementing real-time VAT control. Our expert explains in his blog why this is a sign of a game-changing trend in Europe.

January 17, 2018

How EU e-Invoicing Initiatives Will Shape the Market in 2018

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Digitalization, E-invoicing

Ready, steady, go! The year 2018 marks the countdown to the implementation of many electronic invoicing initiatives, and here’s why it matters for you.

September 27, 2017

Is 29% Growth in e-Invoicing Enough for Europe?

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Digitalization, Buyer-Supplier Ecosystem, E-invoicing

1.6 billion e-invoices. The figure from EESPA confirms that e-invoicing continues to make headway in Europe, showing increase of 29% on previous year’s volumes. But is it enough?

October 21, 2016

Brisk Growth in e-Invoicing and the 3 Drivers Accelerating It Further

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Digitalization, E-invoicing

Recently, the European E-invoicing Service Providers Association EESPA reported that over 1,25 billion electronic invoices were processed and delivered by its members last year.

August 11, 2016

PEPPOL Will Change the Game in e-Invoicing

by Ahti Allikas e-invoicing Trends, PEPPOL, Buyer-Supplier Ecosystem, E-invoicing

Are you keen on e-invoicing? If yes, then PEPPOL (Pan-European Public Procurement Online) probably is on your radar screen already. If it is not, I suggest that you look into it.