Implementation Guide

DAC8 Readiness Assessment: Where to Start

Before diving into DAC8 implementation, CASPs must evaluate their current state of readiness. A structured readiness assessment identifies gaps, prioritizes ...

DAC8 Gap Analysis: Identifying Compliance Deficiencies

Following the readiness assessment, a detailed gap analysis provides the foundation for your DAC8 implementation plan. This article explains how to conduct a...

DAC8 Implementation Roadmap: A 12-Month Plan

This article provides a practical 12-month implementation roadmap for CASPs preparing for DAC8 compliance. The timeline assumes a start date approximately 12...

DAC8 Vendor Selection: Choosing the Right Compliance Solution

Many CASPs will rely on external vendors for parts of their DAC8 compliance infrastructure. This article provides guidance on evaluating and selecting DAC8 c...

DAC8 Budget Planning: Estimating Compliance Costs

DAC8 compliance requires investment in technology, processes, and people. This article helps CASPs estimate and plan their DAC8 compliance budget.

Building a DAC8 Compliance Team

Effective DAC8 compliance requires the right people in the right roles. This article outlines the key roles and skills needed for a DAC8 compliance team.

DAC8 Testing Strategy: How to Validate Your Reporting System

Testing is the critical step between building a DAC8 compliance system and trusting it to produce accurate reports. This article outlines a comprehensive tes...

DAC8 Staff Training: Building Internal Expertise

DAC8 compliance depends on people as much as systems. This article outlines a training program that builds the internal expertise needed for ongoing compliance.

DAC8 Quality Assurance: Ensuring Report Accuracy

Submitting accurate DAC8 reports is not just a regulatory requirement — it protects the CASP from penalties and preserves the value of the data for tax autho...

DAC8 and Change Management: Preparing Your Organization

DAC8 implementation is not just a technology project — it is a change management initiative that affects processes, people, and organizational culture. This ...

Outsourcing DAC8 Compliance: When and How

For many CASPs — particularly smaller operators — outsourcing some or all of their DAC8 compliance may be the most practical approach. This article examines ...