Tax in a transparent world

The infusion of technology into every aspect of our lives has ushered in a whole new era of transparency. When we order food, hail a ride, or go grocery shopping, we can track where things are at every step of the way. The world has grown accustomed to and embraced this level of visibility. The tax function is no exception. The public and tax authorities want to know who is paying how much tax, when, and where. This has a growing and material impact on the reputation and brand perception of companies.

Operating in a completely transparent world can feel like being in a glass house. As the glass house analogy becomes a reality, tax leaders need to explore how they can use technology to get their house in order, with a focus on data quality, investments and operating models.

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