The article explains that real‑time tax compliance involves continuous exchange and validation of transaction data with tax authorities, embedding tax processes into operational workflows. It identifies three main barriers—fragmented system landscapes, data that is not real‑time ready, and legacy operating models—and argues that local, country‑by‑country solutions will not scale. The author advocates for a unified data platform and a shift to viewing tax as part of digital infrastructure.

Ireland is rolling out a domestic eInvoicing regime, beginning with large corporates in November 2028 and expanding to all VAT‑registered businesses by July 2030. The initiative aligns with the EU’s ViDA framework and uses the EN 16931 standard for structured invoices, aiming to improve real‑time reporting and fraud prevention.