Remember the scramble to get ready for Making Tax Digital (MTD)? Or the endless GDPR emails? There’s a new compliance wave on the horizon e-invoicing. And, just like MTD and GDPR, it’s set to transform how UK businesses work.

What’s Happening?

E-invoicing isn’t just another bit of red tape. It’s a major digital shift that means every VAT-registered business will soon have to issue and receive invoices in a structured electronic format. No more paper, no more PDFs, just real-time, standardised data.

Key Dates You Need to Know

• January 2026: The government kicks off a detailed collaboration with software providers and businesses to design the final e-invoicing regime and technical specs.
• Budget 2026: Expect a full implementation roadmap, with detailed guidance and standards, so you’ll know exactly what’s coming and when.
• April 1, 2029: The big switch. From this date, all VAT-registered businesses must use e-invoicing for VAT no exceptions.

Why Does It Matter?

Think back to MTD and GDPR. The businesses that got ahead of the curve avoided the last-minute panic (and the headaches that came with it). E-invoicing is the same story: act early, and you’ll save time, reduce errors, and stay compliant.

How NW ERP & ECIT Are Helping

We’re not just watching from the sidelines. NW ERP has partnered with ECIT one of Europe’s leading e-invoicing experts to help UK businesses get ready for this next big change. Together, we’re bringing proven technology and practical know-how straight to your business, so you can:

• Streamline your invoicing process (no more manual rekeying)
• Stay on the right side of the law no last-minute panic
• Get expert support, from planning to go-live

What Should You Do Next?

• Don’t wait for 2029. Start reviewing your invoicing processes now.
• Talk to your software providers (or us!) about e-invoicing readiness.
• Take advantage of early guidance.

The new era of invoicing is coming. Will you be ready?

To find out more, let’s have a chat.