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On this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston interviews Ora Goldman, CEO, and Jay Manley, Chief Evangelist of Mekorma. They discuss the evolution of AP automation and how Mekorma helps businesses streamline their accounts payable and payment processes. Mekorma’s embedded solutions seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, covering everything from invoice capture to secure approval workflows. You can simplify vendor payments by printing electronic signatures on checks, reduce processing time, and enhance fraud protection. Whether you’re using D365 Business Central or Dynamics GP, Mekorma provides secure yet flexible workflows. Explore more about Mekorma’s AP automation for D365 Business Central and Dynamics GP. www.mekorma.com

In the latest ISV Talks podcast, Carol Livingston engages in an insightful conversation with Stephen Young and Brian Banet from Square 9 Softworks. They discuss how Square 9 Softworks Accounts Payable Automation and Intelligent Information Management platform transforms business processes by eliminating paper-based workflows and offers the flexibility to customize processes according to specific needs.  Beyond AP processes, the Square 9 Softworks Intelligent Information Management platform automates other business functions using digital workflows, including customer and vendor onboarding. The key to this intelligent information management lies in Square 9 Softworks’ ability to tailor the user experience with AI tools. By transitioning from paper to digital workflows, organizations can achieve digital transformation. Square 9 Softworks serves various industries, with a focus on manufacturing (creating a “clean office”), distribution, retail, franchise operations, and regional healthcare. Their goal is to optimize returns and operate efficiently with lean margins. Additionally, Square 9 Softworks assists clients in transitioning from on-premises solutions to cloud-based ones, allowing for a hybrid approach. The company remains committed to enhancing performance, security, and user experience through continuous improvements.  Company Website: www.square-9.com

This is your chance to kick off the Microsoft FY25 year and learn from Microsoft Partner Ecosystem leadership! In this episode of ISV Talks, I sat down with John Siefert, CEO at Dynamic Communities, to explore the Dynamic Communities BizApps Partner Summit 2024. Scheduled for July 24-25, 2024, in Bellevue, Washington, this 24-hour immersive experience brings together Microsoft partners, systems integrators, and ISVs. As it aligns with the start of Microsoft’s FY25 fiscal year, it’s an ideal opportunity for partners to strategize, explore new programs and incentives, and network with Microsoft leaders. If you look for social media post from Dynamic Communities, you can still find a Microsoft Partner Discount Code! 

How do you get paid faster and do less work to collect your money! Managing cash flow is crucial for businesses, yet it often is only addressed after it has already become a significant problem. Many companies juggle multiple tools to run their operations, but what if there were a smarter way? In a recent episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston interviewed David Gersten, Senior Manager of Emerging Partner Ecosystems at Paystand. They delved into Paystand’s innovative approach, which provides a unified solution for B2B digital tools. These tools include automating invoice distribution with embedded payment links, enabling one-click payments, offering a consolidated payment portal, providing instant payment verification, and leveraging rich data for cash flow predictions. Paystand’s comprehensive platform streamlines financial processes, making it a game-changer for businesses. COMPANY WEBSITE: www.paystand.com

On this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston interviews Jeff Nelson and Richard Haus, from WennSoft. WennSoft is the industry leader in field service and construction solutions and recently announced a strategic partnership with SummitStream Software, the brains behind ProjectStream 365. This collaboration brings to market ProjectStream 365, an integrated solution on the Power Platform for Business Central. It effortlessly combines job costing, field service management, and project tracking within Dynamics 365 Business Central and MS Dynamics GP. 

On this ISV Talks episode, I am excited to share my interview with Mary Triggs Lanham and Chris Inglett of Lanham Associates about how their supply chain solutions have transformed supply chains worldwide. Even during the worldwide slowdown in supply chain channels in recent years, their customers had an edge in being able to react and pivot to take advantage of a challenging time. From demand planning to EDI and warehouse, Lanham Associates expertise empowers businesses to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.Were you affected by supply chain disruptions? How can you be prepared for the future if this affects your business? On the latest ISV Talks episode, I shared an insightful interview with Mary Triggs Lanham and Chris Inglett of Lanham Associates. They discussed how their supply chain solutions have made a significant impact on supply chains globally. Despite recent challenges in the supply chain industry, their customers gained a competitive edge by swiftly adapting to market changes. Lanham Associates' expertise in demand planning, EDI, and warehouse management enables businesses to optimize operations and boost efficiency. Lanham Associates

On this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston interviews commercebuild’s President and co-CEO, Jay Newman, and Sr. Account Executive, Matt Carleo. Commercebuild recently expanded into the Business Central space although they have been a leading provider of ERP-integrated eCommerce since 2006. Learn how they can build your eCommerce platform very quickly and in multiple channels but not just by building a webstore but sales portals and customer portals to enable a full self-service platform… all integrated into your ERP without external connectors! www.commercebuild.com 

An interview with Mary Miller, Jeremy Boogaart, and Sam Johnson from PayTrace:  As B2B payment experts, PayTrace specializes in expense reduction, payment automation, and efficiency, making it easy to accept secure payments anywhere: online, within ERP systems, through integrated solutions, in person, or on the go. They provide solutions for payment processing, accounts receivable, interchange optimization, and payment automation, all built on the foundation of a payment gateway that’s trusted by 40,000 merchants. Sign up for an all-in-one payment solution or a payment gateway account only to round out an existing solution. PayTrace helps businesses become more efficient, successful, and profitable, with simple, flexible solutions supported by a 5-star, US-based support team.   www.paytrace.net

In this episode, we sit down with Fauwaz Hussain, Sr. Director of B2B Strategy at Nodus Technologies - A Global Payments Company, to explore Nodus PayFabric AR Automation. Did you know that Nodus isn’t just about PayFabric for secure Payment Processing? 💡 They’ve got a fully integrated AR Automation solution too! PayFabric AR Automation streamlines the entire Invoice-to-Cash cycle within your ERP system. But wait, there’s more! 👍 One amazing feature is the payment hyperlinks. Organizations can now include these hyperlinks directly in their invoices, allowing customers to pay without the hassle of registering or logging into a separate payment portal.  Learn more about PayFabric AR Automation and Payment solution at www.nodus.com.

Join ISV Talks host Carol Livingston as she sits down with Kristen Hosman and Bob McAdam, esteemed members of the Dynamics User Group (DUG) Advisory Board. In this exclusive interview, they discuss the highly anticipated DynamicsCon LIVE 2024 conference, scheduled for May 13-16, 2024, in Denver, Colorado. Topics include who should attend, the extended content with over 265 sessions and the many new experiences being planned for attendees. DynamicsCon Live 2024 will be a four-day, multi-track event focused on Dynamics 365 products: Business Central, Customer Engagement, and Finance & Operations, Dynamics GP, Power Platform, and Cross Platform topics too.Visit live.dynamicscon.com to explore the conference agenda, speaker lineup, and registration details. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to elevate your Dynamics expertise in the Mile High City! SAVE 15% by using our Dynamics Connections PROMO CODE when you register! USE THIS PROMO CODE: DCInvite15