As global organisations redesign their tax control framework as part of their move to SAP S/4HANA, one truth becomes clear: indirect tax determination is the foundation for every downstream compliance process and determination logic is the event organiser that brings meaning to every subsequent compliance activity. In this session, KION Group and Sovos reveal how a robust, standardised determination framework can transform compliance from a technical burden into a strategic advantage.  Furthermore, standardisation doesn’t limit flexibility—it enables it. KION’s approach proves that intelligent frameworks can adapt to complex global operations while safeguarding compliance across every transaction, in every jurisdiction. Drawing on KION’s successful SAP S/4HANA migration, you’ll see how the right approach delivers both scalability and local compliance integrity.

This session will cover:

• Foundation First Principle: Why tax determination is the “source of truth” and implementing a framework built on the VAT/GST rules enables clear allocation of responsibilities (Sales and Purchasing).
• Global Template, Local Fit: How KION’s pilot in Italy created a reusable framework that accelerates rollouts worldwide while embedding regional requirements from day one.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Using the Indirect Tax Transaction Matrix (ITTM) to map all business flows, guide SAP configuration and serve as a centralised testing protocol. 
• Built-in Compliance Controls: Building stop-scenarios that prevent non-compliant transactions before they occur, with clear user guidance.
• Seamless Integration: Linking determination with AP, freight and external platforms to eliminate silos and ensure consistent tax treatment globally.
• Future-Ready Architecture: Safeguarding system stability with automated regression testing through SAP upgrades and framework enhancements.