Alexandre Smadja
Alexandre Smadja leads Greenway, the green fintech turning every business expense into positive impact. He writes on business payment cards, expense management, mobility, CSR and corporate tax.
Articles
81Fleet management outsourcing: definition, actors and costs
Fleet management outsourcing hands your vehicle fleet to a specialist (Ayvens, Arval). Definition, providers, costs and lease vs fleet management.
The real cost of business mobility in Q3 2026
In Q3 2026, running on electric costs €5.38/100 km against €10.88 for diesel. Costs, TCO, breakeven and charging, from the Greenway barometer.
Business Travel Agency (TMC): How to Choose in 2026
TMC or online booking tool? Selection criteria, provider comparison (Amex GBT, BCD, Navan) and the right threshold for SMBs and mid-market companies in 2026.
Corporate Travel Insurance: The 2026 Business Guide
Mandatory corporate travel insurance, corporate card limits, insurer comparison (Allianz, AXA, Chubb), and annual vs. per-trip coverage for SMEs and mid-market companies.
Company Car Benefit-in-Kind for EVs: 2026 Guide
Company car benefit-in-kind for EVs: 2025 rates (15%/10%/50%), 70% discount capped at €4,582/year, how to calculate and report to French social security.
Corporate Gift Cards: URSSAF Rules and 2026 Threshold
Corporate gift card URSSAF rules: 2026 exemption threshold (5% of PMSS, ~€200/event), eligible events, tax treatment and provider selection.
Multi-entity corporate cards: group management
Multi-entity corporate cards: consolidate group and subsidiary spend, manage budgets by BU and site, deploy across multiple countries. A guide for mid-market companies.
Corporate Card with Zero FX Fees for International Payments
Compare the 2-3% charged by traditional banks with the raw Visa/Mastercard rate and see how much your business saves on every international payment.
Lodge Card for Business Travel: Centralise Rail and Hotels
A lodge card centralises rail, hotel and flights into a single billed payment through your travel agency. How it works, key players and ROI vs expense reports.
Virtual Corporate Card: Security and Use Cases
Virtual corporate card: definition, security, use cases (marketing, subscriptions, suppliers, travel) and how to choose versus a physical card.
Chorus Pro: e-invoicing for the public sector
Chorus Pro e-invoicing for the public sector: mandatory since 2017, portal and PDPs, transition to the PPF in 2026, impact on suppliers.
EV charger ROI for businesses: a step-by-step guide
Calculate the ROI of a corporate EV charger: installation cost, grants, kWh savings, payback period, and a full worked example to help you decide.
Deferred debit corporate cards: 30–45 day float
Deferred vs. immediate debit on corporate cards: how it works, 15–55 day tiers, impact on working capital and cash flow, market players, and pitfalls to avoid.
Responsible Procurement: Guide & 2026 Impact
Responsible procurement in 2026: sustainable purchasing policy, social clauses, CSRD Omnibus impact, supplier scoring, and how a payment card drives measurable impact.
VAT E-Reporting 2026: What Changes for Your Business
VAT e-reporting 2026: who is affected, B2C/intra-EU/extra-EU scope, 1 September 2026 deadline, EUR 250 penalty per missing submission, and how to comply.
E-invoicing 2026: rollout schedule and formats
Factur-X, UBL, CII, EN 16931 standard, September 2026/2027 rollout schedule and VAT e-reporting: a practical guide to mandatory e-invoicing in France.
E-invoicing PDP vs PPF: which platform should you choose
French e-invoicing reform: PPF dropped as exchange channel, approved platforms (PA) now mandatory. Criteria, key players, costs and integration explained.
CFO guide: taking control of company spending
How CFOs can take control of company spending: corporate cards, expense reports, Sage/Cegid/Pennylane integration, mandatory e-invoicing in 2026, and CSRD reporting.
HR Directors: Employee Benefits & Engagement in 2026
Employee benefits for HR in 2026: meal vouchers (€7.32 cap), gift cards, Sustainable Mobility Allowance and wellbeing packages to drive employee engagement.
Fleet Manager: Fuel, EV Charging, and Tolls
Fleet manager guide: control fuel, EV charging, tolls, and TCO on a single platform, in line with French Mobility Law (LOM) and Low Emission Zones (LEZ).
Public Sector & Local Authorities: Managing Procurement
Greenway for the public sector: responsible public procurement, Chorus Pro invoicing, public-sector purchase cards, and preparing for e-invoicing in 2026.
Greenway vs DKV vs TotalEnergies: pro fuel card compared
Greenway vs DKV vs TotalEnergies for corporate fuel cards 2026: network, multi-energy, CSR, VAT and costs. Which tool fits your fleet?
Greenway vs Mooncard vs Spendesk: which tool in 2026?
Greenway Mooncard Spendesk Qonto comparison for business expense management 2026: corporate card, expense reports, mobility, CSR. Decision guide.
Corporate card accounting integration: the API guide
Corporate card accounting integration: API, Sage, Cegid, Pennylane, Dext connectors, webhooks, automated journal entries and bank reconciliation.
Accounting Integration and Export for Business Expenses
Accounting integration for business expenses: Sage, Cegid, Pennylane, Dext and QuickBooks connectors, auto journal entries, bank reconciliation and cost centres.
Expense Receipt Archiving: 6 Years, 10 Years, Probative
Expense receipt archiving: 6-year vs 10-year retention, receipts vs invoices, legally defensible e-archiving, audit trail requirements, and what e-invoicing 2026 changes.
Green Fleet Management: Best Practices That Work
Green fleet management: electrification (LOM, LEZ), eco-driving, charging, scope 1 carbon footprint and CSRD scope 3 reporting. Sourced best practices.
2026 White Paper: Employee Benefits and Engagement
2026 white paper on employee benefits: meal vouchers, gift cards, sustainable mobility allowance and the URSSAF framework, in one guide.
Corporate card for business: the complete 2026 white paper
Corporate card white paper 2026: virtual card, deferred debit, spending limits, expense control, accounting integration and the end of the manual expense report.
E-invoicing 2026: the procurement white paper
E-invoicing 2026 white paper: deadlines, PDP, PPF, Factur-X formats, VAT e-reporting and procure-to-pay for VAT-registered businesses.
Business Tax White Paper: the complete 2026 guide
Business taxation 2026: fuel VAT, energy excise duty, company vehicle taxes, EV benefit-in-kind and URSSAF exemptions in one clear guide.
Corporate Business Travel: The Complete 2026 White Paper
The 2026 business travel white paper: lodge card, TMC, per diem, travel policy, insurance and expense reports on a single platform.
Business expense report software: the 2026 comparison
2026 comparison of business expense report software: OCR, approval workflows, accounting integration and pricing for Spendesk, Mooncard, Expensya, Cleemy, Indy.
Low-carbon logistics, a competitive edge
Low-carbon logistics: optimise your fleet, cut emissions and reduce TCO through consolidated mobility data. CSRD and LOM-compliant.
Fleet telematics fuel management: optimise your consumption
Fleet telematics fuel management: GPS tracking, eco-driving (-5 to -15%), idle reduction, predictive maintenance. Methods and sourced savings for optimising consumption.
Employee benefits: building a coherent package
Employee benefits and wellbeing: meal vouchers, mobility allowance, gift cards and profit-sharing in one coherent 2026 framework.
Business travel per diem: the URSSAF 2026 guide
Per diem allowances: definition, 2026 URSSAF exemption thresholds for meals and accommodation, and how to implement them in your company.
Corporate card limits: your expense policy
Corporate card spending limits: configure amounts, periods, MCC categories and geo-restrictions to turn your expense policy into real-time transaction control.
Company expense policy: structure and spending limits
How to structure a company expense policy: eligibility, spending limits by profile, approval workflows, enforcement, corporate cards and expense report software.
Business Travel Policy: How to Structure and Enforce It
Build an effective corporate travel policy in 2026: transport classes, spending caps, TMC selection, centralized booking, compliance, and ROI.
Corporate card security: mastering fraud in 2026
Corporate card security and fraud: MCC controls, spending limits, blocking, geo-restrictions, 3-D Secure, virtual cards, real-time alerts and Zero Liability.
Corporate parking management: the pro card for parking
Corporate parking management: pro card, parking subscriptions, electronic toll badge and expense management. Solution comparison and selection criteria for 2026.
Company vehicle taxes 2026: CO₂ schedules
Company vehicle tax (ex-TVS) 2026: CO2 component by WLTP brackets, air pollutant tax, EV exemptions, calculation, filing and calendar. The complete ex-TVS guide.
Meal vouchers: where to use them in 2026
Meal voucher acceptance network: where to use your card in 2026 — CNTR-approved venues, bakeries, fast food, supermarkets (until 31 Dec 2026) and Uber Eats delivery.
Meal voucher URSSAF cap 2026: €7.32
Meal voucher URSSAF exemption cap 2026: €7.32 per voucher, exemption conditions, supermarket purchases until 31/12/2026 and how not to lose it.
Meal Voucher vs Lunch Card: the 2026 Comparison
Meal voucher vs lunch card: legal framework, URSSAF exemption at €7.32, tax treatment, reclassification risk, and how to choose for your company. 2026 comparison.
Recoverable VAT on fuel: 2026 rates and guide
Recoverable fuel VAT in 2026 by vehicle type: 80% passenger cars, 100% commercial and electric. Conditions and mileage-allowance rules.
VSME voluntary ESG standard: the guide for SMEs in 2026
VSME, EFRAG's voluntary ESG standard for SMEs: who it targets, how it differs from CSRD and the value-chain cap protecting suppliers.
Corporate Expense Management White Paper: The 2026 Guide
The 2026 white paper on expense management: corporate cards, OCR receipts, accounting integration, fraud prevention and scope 3 reporting.
Corporate Mobility White Paper: The Complete 2026 Guide
Corporate mobility white paper 2026: fuel, EV charging, electronic tolls, fleet management and sustainable mobility brought together in a single, manageable strategy.
CSR and CSRD Reporting White Paper: The 2026 Business Guide
CSR and CSRD white paper for businesses 2026: Omnibus, ESRS, double materiality, scopes 1/2/3, carbon footprint, decarbonisation, carbon offsetting and measurable impact.
Sustainable Mobility Allowance 2026: full guide
Sustainable Mobility Allowance (SMA / FMD) 2026: framework, implementation steps, funding, supporting documents and management tips.
Are You Still Subject to the CSRD After the Omnibus?
CSRD Omnibus: thresholds raised to 1,000 employees and €450M revenue remove 80% of companies from mandatory scope. Should you stop your CSR programme?
Scopes 1, 2 and 3 in business: the practical guide
GHG Protocol Scopes 1, 2 and 3: definitions, category examples, measurement methods, and their link to carbon assessments and CSRD. A practical guide.
Corporate carbon contribution: guide & limits 2026
Corporate carbon contribution as a complement to reduction: labels (Label Bas-Carbone, Gold Standard), additionality, limits, and greenwashing risks in 2026.
CSR and Financial Performance: Mid-Market Guide
Learn how to connect financial performance and responsible commitments with integrated governance, cross-referenced ESG metrics, and tools like Greenway.
The 1% For All® model: spend that funds impact
Greenway donates 1% of every transaction to the Greenway Foundation. See how the corporate card becomes a measurable CSR lever, integrated into CSRD reporting.
Greenway vs Mooncard, Spendesk, Qonto: 2026 Comparison
Greenway vs Mooncard, Spendesk, Qonto 2026: fees, accounting integration, fuel, toll, EV charging, CSR and 1%ForAll to help you choose the right corporate card.
Expense report solution: card + software 2026
Corporate expense report solution: 2026 comparison of corporate cards with OCR, approval workflows and Sage, Cegid or Pennylane integration. Selection criteria.
Chargemap alternatives: the best EV charging cards in 2026
2026 comparison of Chargemap alternatives: Chargemap Pass, Fulli, Shell Recharge, Ulys, Electra+, EVzen. Roaming coverage, pricing and choosing by profile.
Positive-impact companies: the complete guide
What makes a positive-impact company? This guide shows how to adopt sustainable practices that serve the planet and your bottom line.
Toll transponders: the complete Greenway guide
Tired of toll queues? Our complete guide explains how a toll transponder works, what it costs and how to choose one for business travel.
Expense reports: tax rules, CSR, digitisation
Optimise your professional expense management with digitalisation, smart tax compliance and measurable CSR impact. A practical guide for modern businesses.
Ticket Fleet Pro vs Greenway: full comparison 2026
Ticket Fleet Pro vs Greenway: an honest comparison of network coverage, fees, EV charging, tolls, and fleet management to pick the right pro mobility card.
Corporate Card as a CSR Lever for CSRD (2026)
How the corporate card becomes a CSR and CSRD lever: steering scope 3 through spend data and making sustainability reporting more reliable.
Case study: toll tags reshaping fleet mobility
A toll tag is more than a gadget: our case study shows how Greenway smooths drivers' journeys with connected tolling and real fleet data.
Multi-brand fuel cards: the 2026 comparison
2026 comparison of multi-brand fuel cards for businesses: network coverage, real cost per fill-up, associated services and selection criteria to help you decide.
Corporate Fleet Transition: Hybrid vs Electric Vehicles
Discover how Greenway helps optimise hybrid fleets in 2025 amid rising tax burdens and tightening environmental regulations.
Best Meal Voucher Cards in France: 2026 Comparison
2026 comparison of meal voucher cards: Swile, Edenred, Pluxee, Up, Bimpli... French social security cap of €7.32, tax exemptions, digital cards, and how to choose.
Fleet Management Software: 2026 Solution Comparison
2026 fleet management software comparison: telematics, TCO, maintenance, fuel and EV charging, accounting integration. Key criteria to make the right call.
Corporate fuel excise tax recovery: the complete 2026 guide
TICPE recovery in 2026: deductible fuel VAT (80% cars, 100% commercial vehicles), excise refunds, eligibility conditions and mistakes to avoid.
Mileage Allowances vs Fuel Cards: 2026 Decision Guide
In 2026, compare costs, CSRD compliance and productivity: mileage reimbursement or fuel cards? Find the break-even point and a hybrid strategy.
Business EV Charger: Prices and Comparison 2026
EV charger prices by power level (AC/DC), manufacturers and operators, tax credit, 5.5% VAT, and selection criteria: our 2026 comparison guide.
Fleet decarbonisation: CSRD data and CO₂ savings
Decarbonize your corporate fleet: how connected toll tags cut emissions, support CSRD reporting, and build a clear 2026 roadmap.
EV Charging Stations for Business: How to Choose
AC/DC power, IRVE certification, dynamic charging, shared infrastructure: the key criteria for choosing the right EV charging station for your fleet.
Corporate carbon footprint tool: 2026 comparison
2026 comparison of corporate carbon footprint tools: Sami, Greenly, Traace, Carbo, Sweep. Scopes 1/2/3, methodologies and selection criteria.
Corporate toll tags: which one to choose in 2026
Comparing corporate toll tags (Fulli, Ulys, Bip&Go/Emovis): networks, fees, Europe, free-flow roads and selection criteria for a professional fleet.
Fleet Management Best Practices That Actually Work
Fleet management best practices: telematics, eco-driving, safety, preventive maintenance and TCO. Sourced strategies to optimize your corporate vehicle fleet.
Fuel card and EV charging: one card, two energy flows
Fuel card and EV charging on a single card: roaming, charge point operators (Izivia, Chargemap) and kWh + litres managed in one back-office.
Green mobility for businesses: CSRD and costs
Discover why green mobility has become essential (CSRD, LEZ, SMB) and how to manage carbon & HR, with a Mecawatt case study.