E-invoicing and end-to-end e-procurement for public contracts (Directive)

European standards for end-to-end e-procurement software make it easier for suppliers from other EU countries to take part in the public procurement process in a Member State; this may result in better and more cost-effective offers for purchasers. A European standard for an e-invoice prevents foreign suppliers from incurring higher costs than domestic suppliers. The recommendation of the Commission that purchasers should accept only e-invoices, will hasten the distribution of e-invoices both here and for invoicing between companies in the private sector. This may save costs for all those involved.