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Mandatory liability insurance for Amazon sellers: Key changes and their importance

Date28 Aug 2024

Amazon has implemented significant changes to its seller policies, requiring them to have liability insurance. Although the insurance requirement itself is not new, the platform is now enforcing compliance more strictly. The primary goal of […]

End of Amazon VAT Services: Why amavat® is a perfect alternative

Date27 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Amazon, a leader in the e-commerce world, has long attracted sellers with the promise of easy access to international markets and support for managing sales and tax obligations. However, the decision to end Amazon VAT […]

How to effectively manage Amazon A-Z claims?

Date26 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Effectively managing claims is a key element in building customer trust and maintaining a positive brand image. Particularly on the Amazon platform, where customer expectations are high and competition is fierce, skillfully handling claims can […]

Get ahead of the competition – Prepare for Q4 sales!

Date23 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

We are just moments away from the hottest shopping season in e-commerce. Today, we will focus on preparing for Q4, covering all key aspects — from developing strategies and meticulously scheduling important shopping holidays to […]

Intrastat in Romania: Key information and regulations

Date22 Aug 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Intrastat is a system for collecting statistical data on the trade of goods between EU member states. In Romania, as in other EU countries, this system is mandatory for businesses that exceed certain value thresholds […]

E-invoicing in Italy: Overview and analysis

Date21 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

The Italian e-invoicing system (fatturazione elettronica) plays a crucial role in the digitization of the country’s tax administration and economy. Introduced in 2014 and later extended to all economic sectors, mandatory e-invoicing has become a […]

What is a Brand Store and what are its advantages?

Date20 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Using available tools has become essential for any brand striving for online success. The Amazon Brand Store is one such tool. It offers a range of benefits for sellers, allowing them to build unique storefronts, […]

Guide to VAT rates in Romania: What you need to know

Date19 Aug 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The year 2024 has brought significant changes to VAT regulations in Romania, which have a substantial impact on e-commerce businesses operating in this market. The Romanian government has introduced changes to VAT rates affecting a […]

Expansion directions for cross-border e-commerce: France

Date16 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Just under a 2.5-hour flight separates us from a stroll along the Seine, a visit to the Louvre, or an exciting evening at the Moulin Rouge. However, France, the focus of this discussion, should be […]

How to develop e-commerce sales in Germany: Online store vs. marketplace

Date14 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Expanding into the German market is a step that can bring many benefits to Polish entrepreneurs. Germany, as one of the wealthiest countries in Europe, offers enormous potential for online stores and marketplace sellers. This […]

Inventory management in online stores: Why is it important?

Inventory management in online stores: How to ensure accuracy and efficiency

Date13 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Every online store, like traditional brick-and-mortar stores, must conduct inventory, also known as stocktaking or physical inventory. This is not only a legal requirement but also a crucial part of managing a company’s resources. Inventory […]

E-invoicing in Spain: Upcoming changes and how to prepare for them

Date12 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

Spain is one of the European Union countries actively working on implementing mandatory e-invoicing. Although e-invoicing has been mandatory for transactions with public entities over 5000 euros since 2015, similar requirements are planned for B2B […]

New VAT rate in Finland from September 1, 2024

Date09 Aug 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

Starting September 1, 2024, Finland will implement a change in the standard VAT rate, increasing it from 24% to 25.5%. This change directly affects e-commerce sellers, who must adjust to the new regulations to remain […]

Harmonization of VAT in the EU: Impact on e-commerce

Harmonization of VAT in the EU: Evolution, current challenges, and impact on e-commerce businesses

Date08 Aug 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

The harmonization of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the European Union (EU) is a key process for integrating the internal market, aimed at eliminating trade barriers between member states. This process, initiated several decades ago, […]

Amazon warehouses: The future of delivery and transportation (Amazon Logistics)

Date07 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce

Ordering on Amazon is simple – just one click and the package starts its journey to the customer. However, before the shipment appears at our doorstep, it must travel a long way. Order fulfillment is […]

Automation of accounting in e-commerce: A competitive advantage for online retailers

Date06 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

In the era of rapid growth in the e-commerce sector, accounting automation becomes an indispensable element of effective financial management for online stores. Modern accounting software not only replaces the work of numerous human teams […]

Rules for VAT refund from Germany

Date05 Aug 2024

CategoryVAT Compliance, VAT OSS and Export

A VAT refund from Germany is an essential aspect for entrepreneurs making purchases in this country. This process is regulated by the Council Directive 2008/9/EC of 12 February 2008, which lays down the detailed rules […]

E-invoicing in France: A guide to upcoming obligations

Date02 Aug 2024

CategoryE-commerce accounting

E-invoicing, or electronic invoicing, is the process of issuing, sending, and receiving invoices in electronic format. In France, the introduction of mandatory e-invoices for B2B (business-to-business) transactions is part of a broader initiative to modernize […]