E-invoicing is coming. Are you ready?
Quadient E-Invoicing Tour UK & Ireland 2026
From invoice to cash: the new roadmap for finance leaders.
E-invoicing is set to transform how organisations process invoices across the UK and Ireland. But compliance is only part of the story. Join finance leaders, industry experts and automation specialists to understand what the upcoming changes mean for your organisation, how to prepare for future mandates, and how modern AP and AR automation can reduce costs, improve visibility and free your team from manual processes.
Tour stops
Five cities. Choose yours.
About the tour
Beyond compliance: the new challenges for finance leaders
E-invoicing is becoming a strategic priority for organisations across the UK and Ireland. As regulatory requirements evolve, finance leaders have an opportunity to do more than achieve compliance. They can modernise processes, improve visibility, and create a more efficient finance function. The Quadient E-Invoicing Tour brings together finance professionals and industry experts to discuss the latest developments, share real-world experiences, and explore practical steps organisations can take today to prepare for tomorrow.
The shift
Finance is becoming the control centre of the business.
AI is changing the game. It does not replace financial decision making, but it strengthens analysis, prioritisation and forecasting, as long as it is well framed, measurable and properly governed.
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Cash flow
Faster collections, clearer forecasts
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Performance
Less manual work, more productivity
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Risk
Compliance and control built in
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Processes
Automated from invoice to cash
Digitalise Purchase to Pay and Order to Cash, cut processing and payment times and improve visibility of cash.
Key dates
Mandatory e-invoicing is on its way to the UK and Ireland.
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November 2028Ireland
Large corporates must issue structured e-invoices. All VAT registered businesses must be able to receive them.
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April 2029United Kingdom
E-invoicing becomes mandatory for all VAT invoices, covering both B2B and B2G transactions.
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November 2029Ireland
The obligation extends to all VAT registered businesses.
Based on HMRC and Irish Revenue announcements. Timelines may be updated.
The programme
Agenda for the afternoon
One focused afternoon of talks covering mandate readiness to cash control, with time to network with your peers.
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12:00 to 12:30
Arrival, registration and canapés
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12:30 to 13:00
E-invoicing in the UK & Ireland: what does it mean for your organisation
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13:00 to 13:30
2029: why now is the time to start and what you can do to get your systems and data e-invoicing ready
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13:30 to 14:20
Learnings from Belgium & Peppol: real world customer stories
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14:20 to 14:40
Afternoon refreshments
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14:40 to 15:00
Reaching every customer: streamlining your communications for e-invoicing and beyond
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15:00 to 15:30
Taking control of your cash flow and forecasting
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15:30 to 16:00
From purchase to payment: live demo
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16:00 to 17:00
Networking drinks
Event dates
Five cities. Choose yours.
The tour visits five cities across the UK and Ireland. Pick the date and venue that suit you best, then reserve your place using the form.
England
Birmingham
DateWednesday 25 November 2026
Time12:00 PM to 17:00 PM
VenueThe Grand Hotel Birmingham
England
Manchester
DateTuesday 1 December 2026
Time12:00 PM to 17:00 PM
Venueetc.venues Manchester
England
London
DateThursday 3 December 2026
Time12:00 PM to 17:00 PM
VenueKimpton Fitzroy London
Scotland
Glasgow
DateTuesday 8 December 2026
Time12:00 PM to 17:00 PM
VenueThe Corinthian Club
Ireland
Dublin
DateThursday 10 December 2026
Time12:00 PM to 17:00 PM
VenueThe Gresham Dublin
Why attend?
Four reasons to register for your place
Understand what the mandate really means
Get a clear update on the UK and Irish timelines and the move to structured e-invoices.
Spot your automation opportunities
The mandate will not remove manual work on its own. Put your team in the best position to transition to e-invoicing by understanding how to best streamline and automate your financial processes.
Turn invoices into cash faster
Explore practical ways to streamline reminders, prioritise collection activity and shorten payment times, using better structured data and action led analysis.
Take back control of your cash
Get a consolidated view of incoming and outgoing cash flows, so you can steer the business with greater visibility and confidence, from supplier invoices to cash management.
What finance automation can deliver
See how finance teams can gain from financial automation.
83%
less manual data entry in accounts payable
up to 80%
lower AP processing costs
34%
average reduction in DSO
94%
cash forecasting accuracy
FAQ
Your questions, answered
How do I register for the event?
Simply complete the registration form on this page and select the city you would like to attend. You will then receive a confirmation email with all the practical details.
Can I attend remotely or send a colleague in my place?
The tour is an in person event only. If you can no longer attend, a colleague from your finance team is welcome to take your place. Just let the events team know at charlotte@quadient.com.
Can I bring a colleague with me?
Yes, finance professionals from your organisation are welcome. Each guest needs to register individually so a place can be reserved for them.
Is there a cost to attend?
No. The event is free, but places are limited and registration is required. It is reserved for finance professionals.
Who can I contact with other questions?
For anything else, contact the events team at charlotte@quadient.com.
The Quadient E-Invoicing Tour is coming to a city near you
Get a clear view of the levers that take you from invoice to cash. The event is free, but places are limited and registration is required. This is an exclusive event reserved for finance professionals.
