Revolutionizing Sage Summit: Paving the Way for an Exciting Sage Future
January 22, 2025
The Evolution of Sage Conferences:
From Summit to Future
Sage Summit: The Early Years
Sage Summit was the premier event for Sage customers and partners, primarily focusing on Sage 100 and other legacy Sage products. The last Sage Summit took place in 2019, with events held in San Diego and Atlanta. These conferences offered a mix of product updates, industry insights, and networking opportunities for small and medium-sized business owners.
The 2019 San Diego event, held from February 13-15, featured tracks for small businesses, medium businesses, and thought leadership. Attendees could explore topics ranging from productivity boosters for Sage 50cloud to myth-busting sessions about Sage 100cloud. The Atlanta event, held from May 13-15, continued this trend with a focus on empowering businesses to thrive.
The Transition: Sage Intacct Advantage
As the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, in-person events were put on hold. When conferences resumed, the focus shifted to Sage Intacct Advantage in 2021 and 2022. These events highlighted Sage’s cloud-based financial management solution and its growing importance in the Sage ecosystem.
The 2021 Sage Intacct Advantage conference, later rebranded as Sage Transform, showcased significant product enhancements. Key announcements included:
1. AP Automation:
A new feature allowing direct import of PDF invoices into Sage Intacct using OCR technology.
2. Sage Intacct Planning:
Improvements in user experience, integration, and data utilization.
3. Interactive Custom Report Writer:
Enhanced reporting capabilities for more accurate financial analysis.
Sage Transform: A New Era
In 2023, the conference was rebranded as Sage Transform, signaling a broader focus on digital transformation across Sage’s product lines.
The 2024 Sage Transform event, held from February 26-29 in Las Vegas, brought exciting developments:
1. Sage Copilot:
An AI-powered productivity assistant integrated into Sage Intacct, set to debut later in the year.
2. Multi-Year Contracts:
New options for locking in preferential pricing for up to three years.
3. New Features:
Including a Sage Fixed Asset Management module and Payroll Powered by ADP.
Looking Ahead: Sage Future 2025
The next evolution of Sage’s conferences is Sage Future, scheduled for June 3-5, 2025, in Atlanta. This event aims to unite Sage’s North American community, bringing together users of various Sage products, including Sage 100, Sage X3, and Sage Intacct.
Key aspects of Sage Future 2025:
- Comprehensive Product Coverage: Unlike previous events that focused on specific products, Sage Future will showcase Sage's entire portfolio.
- AI and Technology Trends: Attendees can expect to learn about the latest in AI integration and emerging technology trends in business management.
- Inspirational Speakers: The event promises to feature thought leaders and industry pioneers.
- Hands-On Learning: Participants will have opportunities for practical, hands-on experiences with Sage products.
- Networking: The event will facilitate connections between industry leaders, peers, and Sage experts.
Who Should Attend Sage Future 2025?
This isn’t just another conference – it’s a transformative experience designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and connections needed to thrive in an evolving business landscape. Join over 3,000 forward-thinking professionals in Atlanta for three days that will reshape your approach to business technology and innovation.
Who Should Attend Sage Future 2025?
Sage partners and resellers
Financial professionals and CFOs
IT decision-makers in small to medium-sized businesses
Sage 100, Sage X3, and Sage Intacct users CFOs
Anyone interested in the latest trends in business management technology
What to Expect:
- Product announcements and roadmaps
- Live demonstrations of new features
- Educational sessions on industry best practices
- Training opportunities to maximize Sage product usage
- Networking events and parties
- Success stories from businesses leveraging Sage solutions
The journey from Sage Summit to Sage Future reflects Sage’s commitment to innovation and customer success. As the business landscape evolves, so do Sage’s conferences, offering increasingly comprehensive and valuable experiences for attendees.
Sage Future 2025 promises to be the most inclusive and forward-thinking event yet, bringing together diverse product users under one roof to explore the future of business management technology.
Transform tomorrow, today with Sage Future 2025.
Stay tuned for more updates on speakers, sessions, and special events.
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