What is meant by ZUGFeRD?
The term ZUGFeRD (Central User Guide of the Forum for Electronic Invoicing Germany) refers to a hybrid invoice format that combines a visual representation of the invoice in PDF format with a machine-readable XML data set. The goal of ZUGFeRD is to standardize electronic invoicing in a way that is readable by both humans and machines. ZUGFeRD-compliant invoices enable automated processing in accounting systems and meet the legal requirements for electronic invoicing in Germany.
Typical software functions in the area of "ZUGFeRD":
- Invoice creation in ZUGFeRD format: Automatic generation of invoices in the hybrid ZUGFeRD format (PDF and XML).
- Invoice export in ZUGFeRD standard: Export of invoices in the ZUGFeRD format for further processing in other systems.
- Invoice reception and processing: Import and automated processing of incoming ZUGFeRD invoices.
- Invoice validation: Verification of ZUGFeRD invoices for completeness and correctness of the XML data set.
- GoBD-compliant archiving: Audit-proof archiving of ZUGFeRD invoices in accordance with GoBD guidelines.
- Data extraction: Automatic extraction of invoice data from the XML data set for further processing in accounting or ERP systems.
