Migration planning

Plan the migration before configuring the solution.

A useful InvoiceNow migration plan connects the official requirement to systems, workflows, owners, testing and provider responsibilities.

Last verified: 13 September 2026
Plain-language answer

InvoiceNow migration is the controlled change from today’s invoice processes to structured invoice exchange through an InvoiceNow-ready solution or an accredited Access Point route. It is an operating-model change, not just a software switch.

Decision framework

Turn the requirement into a controlled plan.

1

Inventory

List systems, entities, invoice types, volumes and manual hand-offs.

2

Define the target

Confirm scope, date, ownership and the intended connection route.

3

Map and test

Cover sales, purchase, adjustments, errors, master data and reconciliation.

4

Stabilise

Monitor exceptions and evidence before retiring old workarounds.

At a glance

What to verify

Standard accounting setup

Validate solution readiness and workflow fit

Multiple systems

Define system of record and hand-off responsibilities

Custom ERP / APIs

Assess an integration-led AP route and technical testing

Spreadsheet-heavy process

Reduce manual control risk before go-live

Next action

See your gaps across six readiness dimensions.

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Questions

Frequently asked

When should migration planning start?+

Start early enough to confirm scope, select a route, map data and test exceptions before the applicable date.

Do we need to replace our ERP?+

Not necessarily. The right route depends on current solution capability and available InvoiceNow-ready or Access Point connections.

Does FinWaypoint implement the migration?+

No. V1 provides independent readiness planning and optional provider matching.

Primary sources usedIRAS: GST InvoiceNow RequirementIRAS: Adopting GST InvoiceNow Requirement for GST-Registered BusinessesIRAS: GST InvoiceNow Requirement — Frequently Asked QuestionsIMDA: Nationwide E-Invoicing InitiativeIMDA: InvoiceNowView the full source registry →