With six months to go before the deadline, electronic invoicing is no longer a topic "for later": the countdown has begun and the schedule will not change. The proof: on Wednesday, February 25, the DGFiP (Directorate General of Public Finances) announced the launch of an "operational pilot" for electronic invoicing, as well as a communication campaign with a 30-second clip: "No more hassle!" (see below). In this context, four new publishers have decided not to wait any longer and have chosen to integrate the Docoon Approved Platform as a white label to offer their customers a solution that will be ready for September 2026.
Key takeaways
- A six-month countdown: companies must be ready to receive electronic invoices by September 1, 2026. The schedule is now set in stone.
- A reform that has entered its operational phase: a national pilot program is already mobilizing 7,000 companies with "real invoices and real payments," supported by a large-scale communication campaign led by the government.
- Shared costs for publishers: by choosing the Docoon gray label rather than an internally developed PA, they avoid massive CAPEX and transform compliance into predictable OPEX.
- An immediate business opportunity: these publishers can quickly launch a comprehensive e-invoicing offering, secure their installed base, and attract companies looking for a solution that is already compliant before the deadline.
- Unbeatable time-to-market: thanks to API integration with a fully approved PA already involved in the pilot, they are saving several years of development time and maximizing their chances of being ready by September 2026.
Why are publishers switching to the Docoon gray label?
With six months to go, the question is no longer "should we do it?", buthow to do it quickly, effectively... and without breaking the bank. The Docoon Invoice gray label solution ticks all the right boxes for publishers.
Firstly, in terms of cost: developing your own Approved Platform involves a major project (security, approval, interoperability, regulatory maintenance) that requires teams to work on it for several years. By partnering with Docoon, publishers pool this investment, transform a massive CAPEX into controlled OPEX, and free up their internal resources for core product development and sales. On the business side, this allows them to launch a complete e-invoicing offering right away, secure their installed base, and attract new customers who are looking for a solution that is already compliant, rather than waiting for an uncertain "future version."
Next, compliance: a PA that has been definitively approved and is already involved in operational pilots provides concrete guarantees to their customers, whereas an in-house solution still under development would remain difficult to sell. Finally, time-to-market becomes a competitive advantage: thanks to API integration and white labeling, these publishers can embed electronic invoicing into their existing interface in a matter of months, whereas an internal PA project would have no chance of being ready by September 2026. In short, Docoon's white label offers them a winning shortcut: less risk, more business, and on-time compliance.
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They choose to integrate Docoon Invoice as a white label solution and explain why
Wavesoft: publisher of management software for small and medium-sized businesses
Founded in 2003, Wavesoft, an independent French publisher of management software for SMEs, develops a catalog of innovative management solutions marketed indirectly through a network of approved competence centers. The modules in the Wavesoft ERP catalog cover key business functions: CRM, Sales Management (AFNOR NF203), Accounting (AFNOR NF203), Point of Sale (AFNOR NF525), Business Intelligence, and Fixed Assets.
🚀Philippe VILLAIN, CEO of Wavesoft sinceits creation,says: "We chose Docoon Invoice as our Approved Platform to offer our customers a reliable, compliant, and immediately operational solution. The platform guarantees security, sovereignty, and data hosting in France in ISO 27001-certified data centers. It integrates as a white label, preserves our identity, and benefits from strategic monitoring by experts involved in national working groups (AFNOR, DGFiP), supporting us in every regulatory change to ensure sustainable and proactive compliance."
Facisoft: publisher of customized software solutions for professionals
Facisoft supports artisans, microbusinesses, and SMEs with intuitive, high-performance tools designed to simplify their day-to-day management.
Its approach combinesmobilityandweb technologiesto offer a smooth and accessible experience, regardless of location. Whether for tracking activities, reporting interventions, or centralizing data, Facisoft applications adapt to needs, enabling professionals to increase their efficiency and peace of mind.
🚀Emmanuel FROISSARD, Project Manager and Director of FACISOFT: "FACISOFTchoseDocoon Invoiceas its Approved Platform because of its recognized expertise and full compliance with legal requirements for electronic invoicing. Their robust and secure solution guarantees smooth and compliant invoice transmission, while integrating seamlessly with our existing tools. This collaboration allows us to offer our customersease of use,optimized automation, andadministrative peace of mind."
For the CEO, "Docoon Invoice stands out for itstechnical reliability, personalized support, and ability to adapt to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses."
PROCHANTIER: business management software for construction companies.
Created by JYC Informatique in 1991, PROCHANTIER is management software designed to provide simple and reliable support to professionals in the construction, landscaping, and environmental sectors as they transition to digital technology. With its suite of interconnected and configurable modules, PROCHANTIER covers all site management needs, centralizes data, simplifies daily tasks, and adapts to all organizational structures.
🚀According to Mathieu COUSINA, CEO of the company:"A French solution on a human scale, Docoon has distinguished itself through its in-depth, operational mastery of the Electronic Invoicing Reform, as well as its concrete commitment to its deployment."
He emphasizes: "Keen to guarantee our customers long-term regulatory compliance, we were looking for a partner capable of anticipating changes in the Reform, ensuring a high level of security and technical reliability, and offering clear and structured support. Docoon fully meets these requirements thanks to its robust, scalable, and service-quality-oriented infrastructure. Docoon's ability to integrate effectively into our ecosystem was also a decisive factor in our decision.
JLogiciels: software publisher specializing in business management
JLogiciels is a software development company specializing in business management solutions (ERP, CRM, and invoicing) for small and medium-sized businesses. The company's software is NF203 and NF525 certified, guaranteeing compliance and reliability. The company supports its clients in the digitization of their business processes with customized, high-performance solutions tailored to their specific needs.
🚀Jean-Luc Delrieu, company manager: "We chose Docoon and its Docoon Invoice solution for their human values and the quality of their support. Their perfect mastery of the standardized API facilitates smooth and lasting integration within our software. Their compliance with the XP Z12-013 standard and their regulatory expertise provide us with additional assurance in the context of the electronic invoicing reform, ensuring security, compliance, and continuity for our customers."
Comparison table — Without gray mark VS With gray mark
The first four criteria are decisive in most choices.
| Criteria | No gray label (white label or in-house solution) | With gray mark (publisher + PA displayed) |
|---|---|---|
| 💰 Efforts & costs | ISO certifications + updates + dedicated resources | Reduced load |
| ⏱️ Time to Market | Long-term project if internalized / certification | Accelerated launch via PA operated |
| ⚖️ Compliance risk | The publisher bears sole responsibility for risk and regulatory monitoring. | Shared/delegated risk on operations |
| 🚀 Monetization | CAPEX/resources + drift risks + uncertain ROI | Controllable OPEX + shorter time-to-revenue + clearer ROI |
| 📊 Business case & ROI | More difficult business case to secure (variable costs and deadlines) | More transparent business case (controlled costs, reduced timeframe) |
| ✅ Credibility & proof | Argument sometimes unclear, trust to be built; proof of approval to be established, possible objections | Visible proof + simple message ⇒ faster sales; co-branding: visible proof of approval and stability |
| 🔎 Customer transparency | Invisible partner; limited transparency | Approved and announced PA; transparency and trust |
| 💳 Business model | High investment + recurring costs; later monetization | Controlled and predictable costs; faster monetization (packaged offer) |
| 🤝 Commercial approach | All or nothing: major project before launch | Gradual start-up: pilot, then ramp-up |
| 🧭 Product agility & roadmap | Roadmap slowed down by run & compliance | Focus on the product; developments shared with the PA |
FAQ – Docoon gray mark: 3 questions publishers ask themselves
1/ Why choose the gray brand rather than develop my own Approved Platform?
Because there are only six months left before the reform comes into effect, and developing an internal AP (ISO 27001, DGFiP approval, interoperability, operational pilot, etc.) takes years, not quarters. Docoon Invoice integrated as a white label solution allows you to be ready on time, with a controlled investment and a platform that has already been tested on a large scale.
2/Will I lose control over my customer relationships?
No. With gray branding, your customers continue to use your software, your brand, and your processes. Docoon handles the technical and regulatory aspects in the background. You remain the main commercial and functional contact, while relying on an expert partner for the PA aspect.
3/What happens if regulations change again after 2026?
Legal and technical adjustments (formats, e-reporting, new disclosures, international connections, etc.) are handled by Docoon, which updates its PA and API. You don't have to restart a structural project every time there is a change: you simply adapt your integrations and communication, relying on Docoon's regulatory monitoring.
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