Chair: André Hengst, EY
Vice Chairmen: Heiko Höbbel (Rheinmetall), NN
Mission: The IDSt’s Expert Committee VII has as its central task the continuous monitoring of technological developments in the field of taxation and the evaluation of their potential applications in taxation procedures. The holistic analysis of technologies in the interplay of processes, data, and organizations focuses on the goal of facilitating the fulfillment of tax requirements, in particular declaration obligations.
Focal points: Based on continuous exchange with stakeholders from the fields of tax tech, accounting, financial management, tax consulting, and legal tech, as well as the systematic collection of best practices, the expert committee monitors current technological developments and maintains an active network with relevant players—both on the user and provider side. The focus is on identifying and evaluating technological solutions that contribute to supporting tax requirements and have the potential to make the fulfillment of tax obligations more effective and efficient.
In order to test the practical suitability of innovative technologies in a tax context, the expert committee evaluates various approaches specific to the target group – starting with scientific research into their applicability and continuing with the targeted promotion of the maturity of new technologies for the respective practical area of application. In addition, the expert committee strives for a constructive dialogue with the tax authorities on the use of new technologies in the taxation process.