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The direct tax professional’s dilemma: Caught between promise and reality
Corporate direct tax professionals are facing a gap between the promise of technology and the realities of implementation. While 67% report that technology has enabled more strategic work, many remain dissatisfied with their existing tools, with over half expressing frustration with their current tech stack. Limited budgets, resource constraints, and implementation challenges prevent many teams from accessing the solutions they need. As a result, a majority remain stuck in reactive modes rather than advancing toward more mature, proactive operations. This disconnect highlights the growing pressure to adopt better technologies and secure resources to fully realize the strategic potential of modern tax functions.
