Peppol is quickly becoming the backbone of e-Invoicing across Europe and beyond. With regulatory changes on the horizon, it’s time to prepare—whether you’re a TecCom user or not. Discover how our upcoming certification as a Peppol Service Provider and our special e-Invoicing implementation offer can help you get ahead.
What Is Peppol—and Why Should You Care?
Peppol, short for Pan-European Public Procurement On-Line, is a secure and standardized network that enables the electronic exchange of procurement documents, such as invoices, between businesses and governments. Peppol was originally designed to streamline public procurement across Europe. Today, Peppol serves as a vital infrastructure for B2B e-Invoicing. And it isn’t just a platform—it’s a set of standardized formats and communication protocols designed to make electronic document exchange simple, fast, and interoperable.
Why is Peppol gaining traction? Governments across Europe—and increasingly in other regions—are mandating electronic invoicing as part of broader digital compliance reforms. These mandates aim to close VAT gaps, fight fraud, and boost automation. Peppol is often the infrastructure of choice for these programs.
How Peppol Works
Peppol operates through a four-corner model involving:
- Sender
- Sender’s Access Point (Peppol Service Provider)
- Receiver’s Access Point
- Receiver
Each party only needs to connect to their chosen certified Access Point (AP). These APs are registered and governed by the Peppol Authority. Once connected, you can securely exchange documents with any other participant in the Peppol network—without needing point-to-point integrations for each partner.
All documents follow standardized formats (like the Peppol BIS Billing 3.0 for invoices), ensuring consistency and compliance across borders.
Where Peppol is Used
Peppol started in the EU, but its adoption is now global. It’s mandatory or widely used in:
- Germany, Austria, and the Nordics (e.g. Norway, Sweden, Finland)
- Benelux countries (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)
- Italy and Poland (as part of national e-Invoicing reforms)
- Australia and New Zealand (fully operational networks)
- Singapore and Japan (early-stage adoption)
More countries, such as France and Spain, are finalizing plans to enforce Peppol-based or Peppol-compatible systems between 2025 and 2026.
What About Other Regions?
While Peppol is the standard in much of Europe, alternatives exist:
- Italy uses its own platform, SDI (Sistema di Interscambio), though integration with Peppol is supported.
- France is rolling out the Chorus Pro platform but also aligns with Peppol standards for interoperability.
- Spain is developing a new system (FACe) and is expected to support Peppol indirectly.
- Latin America relies on local platforms like Brazil’s Nota Fiscal Eletrônica or Mexico’s CFDI.
Peppol’s strength lies in its scalability, legal compliance, and cross-border reach. This makes it and an ideal choice for companies operating internationally.
Coming Soon: TecAlliance as a Peppol Access Point
We’re proud to announce that TecAlliance is becoming a certified Peppol Access Point in 2025. This means we will be officially recognized to route documents through the Peppol network. Whether you’re already using our TecCom platform or not, we can support your transition into Peppol-based e-Invoicing.
This development marks a major milestone for us—and an even bigger opportunity for our customers. They will benefit from:
- Seamless onboarding to Peppol
- Support for both inbound and outbound e-Invoices
- Regulatory compliance across Peppol-adopting countries
- Integration support with or without TecCom platform connection
Why It’s Crucial to Start Preparing Now
The deadlines for e-Invoicing mandates vary across countries—some starting in 2025, others in 2026 or later (read more). Nonetheless, time to act is NOW. Preparing for Peppol and e-Invoicing involves more than just technical integration. It’s a strategic shift in how you manage billing and compliance.
Delaying preparation can lead to rushed implementations, missed deadlines, and compliance risks. By starting early, you position your company for a smooth, secure, and successful transition.
Top 5 Actions to Take Now
- Gain expert insights for a complete overview
Evaluate your current invoicing processes against Peppol requirements. Identify technical, legal, and process-related gaps.
→ Book your personal consultation and secure your 10% discount on implementation fees before 30 June. - Identify Key Stakeholders
Involve your finance, IT, legal, and customer service teams early. Cross-functional alignment is crucial for a successful implementation. - Map Your Invoice Flows
Understand who you send invoices to and receive them from. Are they in Peppol-using countries? Will your existing ERP support integration? - Align With Your Partners
Ask your business partners about their e-Invoicing readiness. Coordinate timelines and technical requirements proactively. - Select a Trusted Peppol Service Provider
Partnering with a certified provider like TecAlliance ensures legal compliance, fast onboarding, and peace of mind.
How We Can Help—Today and Tomorrow
Our mission is to make e-Invoicing easy and future-proof (learn more). With our upcoming Peppol certification and a deep understanding of automotive and industrial supply chains, we provide:
- Gap analyses and readiness assessments
- Technical integration via TecCom or standalone
- Ongoing support and monitoring
- Training for your teams
Whether you need a full-service solution or targeted support, we’re here to help.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Book your personal consultation now and take advantage of our limited-time 10% discount on implementation fees —valid until June 30, 2025. The future of invoicing is digital. With TecAlliance and Peppol, you’ll be ready for it.
