The finance and procurement landscape in France is undergoing its biggest upheaval since the introduction of VAT. With the widespread adoption of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing), the September 2026 deadline is no longer just a date on a tax calendar: it is an operational imperative.
For businesses, the choice is crucial: settle for minimal compliance or seize the opportunity to modernise their procurement IT systems for the long term. Between the Public Invoicing Portal (PPF) and the Approved Platforms (PA), the technical infrastructure is becoming increasingly complex.
The challenge is twofold: ensuring business continuity (being able to issue and receive invoices) whilst automating processes that are often still too manual.
As a systems integrator, we support our clients through this transition. And whilst the theory is clear, real-world practice reveals challenges that can only be anticipated through experience.
Having implemented several Certified Platforms, here is what we have learnt. These are our key principles for a successful implementation.
1. The implementation is not just a simple connection or a straightforward plug-and-play project
- The situation: Every IT system has its own specific features (data, specific fields, customised approval workflows, etc.).
- Our advice:
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- Simplification: If you need to customise the system, do so at the integration layer (middleware/API) rather than within the core of the platform, to make future updates easier.
- Keep the “Standard”: By keeping the core of your invoicing solution as close as possible to the vendor’s standard, you ensure complete flexibility in the face of future regulatory changes and make future updates easier.
2. Supplier data is the primary cause of failure
- The situation: Supplier databases are often riddled with errors (duplicates, incorrect SIRET or VAT numbers). A platform connected to an erroneous database triggers a cascade of rejections.
- Our advice: Plan a data cleansing project a few weeks or months before the technical integration begins.
3. Supplier onboarding
- The situation: Companies underestimate suppliers’ resistance to change (fear of costs, complexity of portals).
- Our advice: Incorporate a change management strategy specifically for third parties right from the design phase.
4. Choosing the right partner to lead this project
Electronic invoicing is a structural project that leaves no room for improvisation. To ensure a smooth rollout and minimise risks, choosing an experienced integrator is the key to your success.
Choosing Cyrias means benefiting from proven implementations and a proven track record in the field:
- Risk mitigation: We have already identified and resolved the main issues.
- Strategic advice: Proactive solutions based on industry best practice.
- Specialist teams: Expert consultants in electronic invoicing who are certified.
- Expertise in Ivalua: In-depth knowledge of the tool to ensure seamless and optimised integration.
Do you have an implementation project? Don’t leave anything to chance. Call on the experts at Cyrias to turn this requirement into a driver of performance.
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