eKo + Iopole: the partnership that removes the complexity of e-invoicing
E-invoicing becomes mandatory for all French businesses from 2026. It is a major reform that raises many questions: do I need to change software? Sign up to a new platform? Change my processes?
A certified e-invoicing platform (PA) built directly into eKo CRM
What does the reform change for your business?
From 2026, all French businesses will have to issue and receive their invoices via a state-certified platform, known as a Plateforme Agréée (PA), or certified e-invoicing platform. In practice, this means your invoices will have to go through an official channel recognised by the French tax authorities, whether you are a tradesperson, an SME or a large company.
Many businesses think they will have to sign up to a new platform, learn a new tool, or involve their accountant or IT department. In most cases, this is not necessary, provided you use software that has already anticipated the reform. PA, PDP (private dematerialisation platform, the former name for certified platforms), Factur-X, PPF (the French public invoicing portal)… if these terms mean nothing to you, we have decoded all the reform's jargon in this article.
Why eKo chose Iopole
eKo is sales management software that lets you manage your customers, quotes, invoices, stock, job sheets... and much more, all in one place. To anticipate the reform, eKo has integrated the Iopole certified e-invoicing platform directly into its solution. Iopole is a state-certified platform specialising in the management of e-invoicing flows.
The reasoning is simple: rather than asking you to find and manage a certified platform yourself, eKo has built it in directly.
What this means for you
Whether you are already an eKo customer or looking for management software that is ready for 2026, here is what this partnership changes in practice:
> you issue your invoices just as you always have
> regulatory compliance is handled in the background
> you do not need to log in to an additional platform
> you keep a single point of contact: eKo
Curious to see everything eKo can do for your business? We lift the bonnet and show you all the features here.
In summary
The 2026 reform is a legal obligation in France. It does not have to be an operational burden. By choosing eKo, you are choosing software that has already done the work for you, relying on Iopole, a state-certified platform. eKo integrates the Iopole certified e-invoicing platform and is certified as an e-invoicing compatible solution ("Solution Compatible Facturation Électronique" label).
