In July 2025, Singapore introduced Advanced Ordering and the SG BIS Order Balance specification to enhance its InvoiceNow e-invoicing network. These upgrades support the full order lifecycle—including order creation, changes, and cancellations—and aim to automate procurement processes for both public and private sectors. Sellers benefit from automated order handling and invoicing, while buyers, especially government agencies, gain structured ordering and automated invoice approval. Testing will begin with government suppliers in September 2025. This initiative is part of Singapore’s broader effort to modernize and digitize procurement through e-invoicing.
Singapore Upgrades InvoiceNow with Advanced Ordering
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Author: Ljubica Blagojević
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Main Features:
- Advanced Ordering supports the full order lifecycle, including purchase order creation, changes, and cancellations.
- Automation benefits: Sellers can automate order approval, picking, and invoicing, while buyers—especially government agencies—gain automated invoice approval and catalog-based ordering.
- Order workflows include:
- Initial Buyer Orders using catalogues or free text;
- Order Changes, initiated by either buyer or seller;
- Order Cancellations, with mutual confirmation requirements.
Rollout Timeline:
Testing begins with government suppliers in September 2025, using the new BIS Advance Ordering 3.0 and Order Balance v1 specifications.
Analysis:
- Purpose: To digitize and streamline procurement through structured and automated document exchange.
- Impact: Reduces manual processing and increases efficiency for both buyers and vendors.
- Focus: Public sector suppliers first, with broader adoption expected later.
- Regulatory Alignment: Part of Singapore’s broader e-invoicing modernization efforts.
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