Steve Howe from Times Three Technologies (T3T) in South Africa joins the podcast to share insights on Sage X3 and Intacct implementations across different markets. Steve explains how T3T's focus on Sage products has led them to become a leading partner, winning the executive partner award four of the last five years. The conversation explores key differences between product-centric X3 and service-oriented Intacct implementations, while highlighting how regional market differences shape ERP strategy and adoption around the world.

• (00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast
• (00:56) - Introducing Steve Howe and Times Three Technologies
• (03:35) - Achievements and Awards
• (07:08) - Partner Collaboration and Ethics
• (10:01) - Deep Dive: Sage Intacct vs. X3
• (22:24) - Client Requirements and Product Differentiation
• (24:23) - Challenges with Marketplace Add-Ons
• (26:07) - Customization and Development in X3
• (28:13) - Client Discovery and Decision Making
• (33:12) - Regional Market Differences
• (48:26) - Importance of Customer Relationships
• (49:44) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Michael Hulett from Avalara joins the podcast to explain how their tax compliance software helps businesses navigate the increasingly complex landscape of sales tax regulations. With over 43,000 customers, 1,200+ integrations, and expertise handling more than 12,000 tax jurisdictions, Avalara has become the global leader in making tax compliance manageable. Michael shares fascinating insights about the most challenging tax scenarios, from software's evolving taxability to the complexities of state-specific regulations and even the different tax treatments of sliced versus unsliced bagels in New York.

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• (00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast
• (01:09) - Meet Michael from Avalara
• (06:31) - Avalara's Role and Services
• (12:04) - Global Reach and Challenges
• (13:27) - Integration with Sage Intacct
• (18:35) - Avalara's Comprehensive Tax Solutions
• (25:00) - The Importance of Tax Compliance Solutions
• (26:01) - Challenges in Manual Tax Compliance
• (27:17) - Automating Tax Compliance with Avalara
• (28:12) - The Role of Finance Teams in Tax Compliance
• (30:38) - Complexities of Tax Jurisdictions
• (34:20) - Avalara's Integration and Human Component
• (38:57) - Challenging Tax Jurisdictions
• (43:56) - The Complexity of Software Taxation
• (47:06) - Concluding Thoughts and Dad Joke

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Three-time Platinum Club member Angela Nelson shares her 15-year journey at Sage, discussing how construction firms are finally embracing technology after decades as digital laggards. Angela explains the evolution of Sage's construction offerings from Timberline to Sage Intacct Construction, revealing how generational shifts and recent acquisitions are transforming the industry. Her unique perspective as a Partner Account Manager provides valuable insights into how Sage is positioning itself as the end-to-end solution for construction firms worldwide.

• (00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast
• (01:20) - Role of a Partner Account Manager
• (03:26) - Managing Partners and Expertise
• (10:29) - Sage's Focus on Construction
• (14:40) - Sage Construction Management vs. CRE
• (19:17) - Technology Adoption in Construction
• (19:35) - Embracing Technology in Construction
• (22:29) - The Evolution of Sage Products
• (25:17) - Sage's Strategic Acquisitions
• (33:46) - Global Expansion and Future Goals
• (37:07) - Choosing Between Timberline and Intacct
• (38:34) - Challenges and Considerations for Construction Firms
• (41:25) - Closing Remarks and Dad Jokes

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