Sage 101: Understanding the Players and Products

In this episode, hosts Doug, Emily, and Matt dive deep into the Sage ecosystem, explaining key players like VARs and SIAPs, and discussing Sage's core accounting products. They provide insights on Sage 50, Sage 100, Sage Intacct, and X3, comparing their strengths and use cases. The hosts also touch on marketplace partners and how they extend Sage's functionality. This episode offers a comprehensive overview of Sage's offerings, perfect for both newcomers and seasoned users looking to expand their understanding of the Sage landscape.SponsorsAvalara - https://unsage.promo/avalara Bookkeep - https://unsage.promo/bookkeep Corpay - https://unsage.promo/corpay(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial Sage Intacct Podcast (00:36) - Setting the Stage: Today's Agenda (00:52) - Diving into the Sage Ecosystem (02:12) - Understanding VARs: Value-Added Resellers (08:20) - The Role of SIAPs in the Sage Ecosystem (16:29) - Exploring ASPs: Authorized Services Partners (22:12) - Core Sage Products: An Overview (25:31) - The Shift to Cloud: QuickBooks vs. Sage 50 (29:16) - Sage 100: Transitioning to Intacct (32:06) - Understanding Sage Intacct (38:49) - Sage X3: Enterprise Manufacturing and Distribution (43:27) - Marketplace Partners and Integration (48:06) - Final Thoughts and Future Directions Connect with the Hosts:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilybmaderehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mattlescaulthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dlewis715Get free CPE for listening to this podcasthttps://www.earmark.appDownload the Earmark AppApple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/earmark-cpe/id1562599728Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.earmarkcpe.app