Rhiana Morris, Author at Innovate Tax

71 years of VAT: What it means for today’s global tax landscape

This April, something rather important celebrates a big milestone. That’s right, Value Added Tax (VAT), has just turned 71 years old this month! On 10th April 1954, France became the first country to implement VAT, setting in motion what would become one of the most

3 Ways to Optimise Your Oracle Tax Setup (Without a Full Redesign)

Let’s be honest - no one wants to do a full redesign of their tax setup in Oracle if they don’t absolutely have to. It’s time-consuming, disruptive, and usually involves way more people than you'd like. The good news? If you’re already using the Innovate

Meet The Innovator: Marcus Clarke

From retail floors to functional flows, Marcus’s journey at Innovate Tax has been anything but typical. He’s transitioned from trainee to fully-fledged Functional Consultant, bringing with him a love for logic, a knack for problem-solving, and a new-found appreciation for tax. Let’s meet Marcus and

VAT and GST Changes in April 2025

April 2025 brings a wave of important updates to VAT and GST, with legislative changes, policy shifts, and key legal rulings shaping the indirect tax landscape. These changes will create complexities and challenges for businesses, making it crucial to stay informed. Our team is here

7 countries set to mandate B2B e-invoicing in 2026: Are you ready to comply?

Governments worldwide are implementing mandatory B2B e-invoicing to enhance efficiency, combat fraud and reduce VAT gaps. With several countries gearing up for new mandates in the next two years, businesses must stay ahead of these changes to ensure compliance and seamless operations. If your business

Events planner: Where to meet us this year 2025

This year, we’re back on the road, taking in seven of our favourite indirect tax events on the calendar. Our team of tax technologists will be heading to Europe and America and discussing everything from Oracle to O-Series, so wherever you are in the world

The rise of SAF-T and what it means for your business

What is the SAF-T system? Standard Audit File for Tax (SAF-T) is an international standard designed to facilitate the exchange of tax and accounting information between companies and tax authorities. Developed by the Organisation of Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), it aims to simplify tax

International Women’s Day 2025: Taking Action & Empowering the Next Generation at Innovate Tax

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the brilliant women at Innovate Tax who are not only excelling in the traditionally male-dominated tax industry but are also paving the way for the next generation. With this year’s theme, “Accelerate Action,” we’re highlighting five incredible women who

E-Invoicing in the GCC: Latest mandates and proposals

Many countries across the globe are working to achieve full digitalisation of critical finance processes – and for dozens of nations, this currently involves rolling out new e-invoicing mandates. Think of e-invoicing as the bridge between businesses and the tax authority. It standardises how invoices

Tariffs and VAT: The future of US-EU trade

Donald Trump has once again put tariffs and VAT policies at the centre of his trade agenda. The US President signed a memo earlier this month in which VAT was mentioned as one of the “unfair, discriminatory and extraterritorial taxes” he plans to tackle. His

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Author: Rhiana Morris