Omnitrack version 2.17.0

Streamlined re-assign workflow for admins We have decoupled the share and re-assign workflows so that admins can reassign with a single click. Simply open a submission and select a new ‘assigned user’ from the drop-down. See how it works Audit system logins Your system security is our top priority. You can now easily keep track […]

“Keep in Touch!” The Newly Remote Team

It looks like working from home is here to stay for many of us!

Here’s how to keep in touch when your colleagues are spread out rather than in the office. From happy hours to internal newsletters, we’ve got you covered.

VinciWorks releases new online HIPAA training

VinciWorks has released a new HIPAA course, to train learners about HIPAA and related federal legislation. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) defines health information as any information (including genetic information) created or received by a healthcare provider, health plan, public health authority, employer, life insurance company, school or university, or healthcare clearinghouse […]

DAC6: Germany’s unique approach to legal professional privilege (LPP)

Register for our DAC6 email updates No reporting delay in Germany Germany recently made the shock announcement that it would not be deferring DAC6 implementation, despite an optional 6 months delay awarded to EU member states by the EU Commission. As a result of this announcement, intermediaries, including accounting firms, law firms, and other tax […]

Which countries are deferring DAC6 and how? Downloadable deferral chart

Register for our DAC6 email updates DAC6 is a European Directive aimed at tackling tax avoidance and strengthening tax transparency, as well as improving information sharing between EU member states. The Directive imposes mandatory reporting on lawyers, accountants, tax advisers, bankers, and other so-called “intermediaries”. On 3 June, 2020, Member State representatives reached an agreement […]

Yikes! 8 Health and Safety Rules Your Business Could Be Breaking

The UK’s alert level for COVID-19 was recently downgraded from level 4 to 3 and, in light of this, we’ve seen many businesses cautiously reopen and embrace a new kind of normal. Still, the easing of lockdown means the pressure is on for organisations to remain ultra-vigilant and to implement all measures possible to protect […]

EU Court of Justice Invalidates EU-US Privacy Shield

The EU-US Privacy Shield is no more. In a dramatic move, the European Court of Justice ruled the agreement covering the transfer of EU citizens’ data to the US is invalid as of 16 July 2020. What is the Privacy Shield? The Privacy Shield is used as a mechanism for data transfer for over 5,000 […]

Legionella: A Silent Killer in Workplaces

If you’ve returned to your workplace or are planning to soon, no doubt health and safety has been at the forefront of your mind. But there’s one aspect you might not have considered yet: your water systems. Water systems and air conditioners might have been sitting unused since March. Unfortunately, this can make them a […]

Regulatory Agenda for July 2020

To help businesses keep track of updates in UK legislation and policies, VinciWorks regularly publishes a regulatory update. Since our last update in June, the government has released further information on its COVID-19 support schemes. This edition of our regulatory agenda provides an overview of regulatory changes or new regulations recently passed, proposed, or on the […]