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Electronic invoicing: How it allows you to have an accurate picture of your costs

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Accurate invoicing is vital for any business, small, medium or large. It is the way to track their expenses and invoicing, two functions that affect not only the daily operation of the business, but also its strategic development. Accurate invoicing can be achieved with electronic invoicing, a tool that offers complete cost control and a clear picture of the financial data of the business.

What is an electronic invoice?

An electronic invoice is exactly what its name says! The digital form of the traditional invoice. All its functions, from issuing, sending and storing, are done digitally, while it is also integrated with accounting systems, ERP platforms and cloud-based applications.

Why should a business choose an electronic invoice?

An electronic invoice allows businesses to comply with modern regulations while at the same time offering multiple advantages in the costing of a business.

Provides immediate and accurate expense recording

Electronic invoicing automatically records each transaction and stores it securely, allowing the entrepreneur to refer to the company’s data at any time without delays or manual errors. This ability is crucial for maintaining control over costs.

Connects to accounting and ERP systems

One of the biggest advantages of electronic invoicing is automation. The fact that it can be automatically connected to a company’s ERP or accounting system allows for real-time cost updates, giving a clear picture not only of the company’s general expenses but also of expenses per project, customer and product.

Provides easy cost analysis by project or client

Since a clear picture is provided per project and client, costing is done more efficiently and organized. Digital pricing allows businesses to identify and analyze where their money is going and be aware of potential discrepancies.

This way they have the opportunity to adjust prices, offers and the overall pricing strategy based on actual profitability.

Through electronic invoicing, “hidden” costs and leaks are identified

Many times, human delays, some errors in invoicing, or incomplete records can create costs that are often not identified. However, digital monitoring and electronic storage of invoices allow businesses to easily identify these costs and avoid them in the future.

A data-based strategy is planned

When businesses have real data, they can make more targeted decisions. Costing becomes a strategy tool and not a simple calculation. Since electronic invoicing provides access to data in real time, they allow businesses to make adjustments, changes, identify profit opportunities and clearly see the financial course of products and services.

Helps improve relationships with customers and suppliers

Through electronic invoicing, businesses have the ability to send invoices on time, have transparency in charges, and be able to track the progress of an invoice in real time.

These capabilities contribute to strengthening trust and cooperation.

Businesses gain a competitive advantage

Businesses that choose digital invoicing have an advantage over businesses that choose to continue with traditional methods. It is a way to showcase their professionalism and respond to the growing market demands for transparency, speed, and reliability.

Electronic invoicing is more than just a technological tool. It is every business’s ally for financial accuracy, healthy professional relationships, sustainable growth, and a stable competitive advantage. At Hubin, adopting an electronic invoice can be done simply, quickly, and efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions about electronic invoicing

  • What is electronic invoicing?

    Electronic invoicing, or e-invoicing, is the process of issuing, sending and archiving invoices in digital format, without the use of paper of course. Electronic invoicing allows businesses to create documents through platforms connected to the AADE.

    Through electronic invoicing of transactions, businesses can reduce administrative errors, save time and monitor their expenses in real time. In short, there is a clearer picture of their costing!

  • Is it necessary for the electronic invoice to be connected to the ERP or accounting system?

    While it is not necessary for the electronic invoice to be connected to the ERP or accounting system, it can be very useful. When the connection is made, then the costing is done in real time without delays or double entries.

  • Since when is electronic invoicing applicable in Greece?

    Since 2021, according to the myDATA of the Public Administration Authority, electronic invoicing is mandatory for many businesses in Greece. Its implementation aims to improve the transparency and costing of business activities.

  • How does e-invoicing help businesses better understand their costs?

    Through all the benefits offered by e-invoicing, businesses have an immediate and digital record of each transaction, offering a complete picture of costs per customer and project, recurring charges as well as any unnecessary or hidden costs. Businesses can thus make targeted costing decisions.

  • How do I create an e-invoicing that helps with cost analysis?

    Using the appropriate fields, such as the categorization of services, projects, and customers, businesses can structure the e-invoicing to monitor costs over time.


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