ISV Talks

In this ISV Talks episode, Carol Livingston interviews Mary Sarracino , CEO of JAT Consulting , to explore how JAT became one of the most trusted integration partners in the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. Mary shares how her early path in astrophysics and plans to head to NASA after college but took a jobs as a computer programmer for a payroll software vendor.  This has shaped the technical founda...

In this ISV Talks episode, Carol Livingston talks with Jeff Evenson , President of Liaison Software , about how businesses can unlock a meaningful productivity boost inside Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Jeff shares how Liaison Central and Liaison Unispan help customers simplify document automation, reduce clicks, and streamline daily work across print, email, secure communication, and w...

On this episode of the ISV Talks podcast, Carol Livingston , owner of Dynamics Connections , speaks with Alex Kemp from ShipHawk . They discuss how Brinks Home needed a smarter way to manage shipping, increase carrier access, and improve warehouse operations as they prepared to move to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Alex shares how the ShipHawk team helped Brinks Home streamline processe...

In this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston from Dynamics Connections interviews John Pleau from Red Maple , a long time Microsoft focused ISV that delivers flexible payment solutions for Dynamics 365. John shares Red Maple’s twenty year history of working exclusively in the Microsoft ecosystem and explains why their approach stands out. Red Maple gives merchants and partners full freedom to ch...

In this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston talks with Directions North America 2026 Committee Members Mary Miller and Trish Boccuti about what partners can expect at the 2026 conference, happening April 27–29, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando . They walk through the updated tracks for consultants, developers, sales and marketing, and the dedicated “New to BC” learning path, along with this ye...

In this ISV Talks podcast episode, Carol Livingston , owner of Dynamics Connections , interviews Daniel Chilcott and Jon Milner (JJ) , Managers and Co-Founders at Flowgear . They share how AI is reshaping the integration landscape and why trusted platforms with real engineering depth matter more than ever. Daniel and JJ explain how AI is helping non-technical users build clearer prototypes, improv...

On this episode of the ISV Talks podcast, Carol Livingston interviews Eric Fabian Humes, MSc. MBA of MetaViewer Paperless Automation from Metafile to discuss the evolving landscape of AP Automation. They dig into what’s changing in AP Automation, including a powerful new trend: ISVs joining forces to deliver stronger, combined solutions for customers. Eric also walked through how MetaViewer Paperl...

On this special edition of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston was able to sit down with Chris Giesbrecht , Manager of IT and Business Analytics at AgriHub Inc during Community Summit NA 2025. Chris manages a very complex GP system with over 13+ ISVs and roughly 200 users. We get specific about what Chris is hunting for at Summit: practical AI and automation that helps people today. We discussed his exper...

Big growth happens when sales reality meets operational truth, and that’s the heart of this ISV Talks episode with Alex Vandereycken  from XPR365. We dig into their new connector that unifies BigCommerce with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, then close the loop with PayFabric for payments and ShipperHQ for shipping. It’s a cleaner, more reliable order‑to‑cash flow built for real B2B comple...

On this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston interviews Shawn Dorward , Tasha Anspach and Beth (Brademeyer) Harvey about their ReQlogic end-to-end procurement solution. They also share about their expanding Dynamics-focused solutions, what's new, future LogicBlocks and what they are seeing across the channel.    www.reqlogic.com  

A fresh name only matters if it solves real problems. We sat down with Rux to unpack how they combined Open Door Technology’s rentals and services products with ERP Connect Consulting’s BC Toolbox apps, and why Community Summit was the moment to reintroduce themselves to the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. From a busy 10x20 booth to a packed BC Bash, the team focused on real demos, real conversation...

ISV Talks: Acumatica Summit 2026 Recap In this ISV Talks podcast episode, I sit down with Sal Buonocore , Marketing Director at Presales Leader , for a candid conversation about our experience at Acumatica Summit 2026 in Seattle, WA. After a week shaped by weather delays, full keynotes and break out sessions, and in-depth conversations, we wanted to capture our own reflections on what truly stood...

In this episode, Paystand ’s Danny Hosea and Zachary Van Pelt break down how Paystand goes far beyond payment processing with a full AR workflow — automated invoice delivery, payment processing, reconciliation, collections, and now check scanning and a new customer portal. Learn how Paystand is helping VARs deliver more value across the Microsoft and Acumatica ecosystems. Great insights on payment...

Community Summit NA 2025 was a blast. In this ISV Talks Summit Edition, Carol Livingston sits down with Blake and Mark Rockwell from Rockton Software to get their perspective on the event. Mark has attended every Community Summit since its inception, and both guests share what it means to participate as long‑time sponsors within the Dynamics Communities. They discuss the value of showcasing their...

This webinar is for Microsoft Dynamics and Acumatica VARs. In this video, you’ll learn how to: -Avoid the most common mistakes partners make when picking ISVs -Use our 5-pillar framework on the 5 P’s (Product, Platform Fit, People, Process, Proof) to compare options -Spot red flags early - before they turn into potential project risks -How trusted ISVs can give you a competitive advantage!

In this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston   interviews Jeffrey DeMaria , founder of xMonthly , to explore how Microsoft and ERP partners can unlock new revenue streams and accelerate their cloud strategy. Learn how the Microsoft AI Cloud Tour helps partners rebrand and extend their services across Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Azure, and more. Discover how xMonthly’s Agent Serv...

In this special Summit Recap episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston is joined by Bob McAdam from Tasklet Factory to unpack the energy, insights, and unforgettable moments from Summit NA 2025 in Orlando, FL. With over 5,200 attendees, this year’s event was a true celebration of the Dynamics and Power Platform communities. In theis episode you will hear about:   Microsoft’s continued emphasis on AI...

Warehouses don’t need more screens. They need faster hands, fewer errors, and tools people actually like using. We sit down with Tasklet’s Bob McAdam and Ed Willoughby to unpack how a “super simple” mobile WMS turns Business Central and F&O warehouse logic into guided work on a handheld scanner, from receiving to put‑away, pick, pack, and ship. We trace Tasklet’s roots back to the home of Navi...

Carol Livingston   interviews Keith Ellis , CEO at Vivid Reports, Inc. , about how their CPM solutions have helped users simplify their financial Reporting and Budgeting needs using the familiar Excel user interface. If your clients already do reporting or budgeting in Excel,  Vivid Reports, Inc. makes it easy to “Vivid-ize” those spreadsheets turning manual spreadsheet reports into automated temp...

Carol Livingston sits down with Giuseppe Ianni , VP and Community Director at Dynamic Communities, for a preview of Community Summit NA 2025, taking place October 19–23 in Orlando, FL. In this ISV Talks episode, they unpack what’s new at this year’s event, from curated educational tracks for users, partners, and ISVs to a brand-new focus on AI-driven topics. They also spotlight expanded opportunit...

The AI revolution waits for no one—and Microsoft wants its partners to know it. In this revealing conversation, Carol Livingston and Bob McAdam unpack the seismic shift happening in Microsoft's partner strategy following their attendance at the BizApps Partner Summit (soon to be renamed the AI Business Solutions Partner Executive Summit). The urgency in Microsoft's messaging was impossib...

In this episode, host Carol Livingston chats with Jodi Thibedeau , Account Executive from www. Greenshades.com     about their full-suite Payroll, HR, and Tax solutions tailored for Dynamics 365 BC, MS Dynamics GP, Acumatica, Sage Intacct, and Bullhorn. With deep HR and tax compliance roots and tech-savvy insights, Jodi outlines how Greenshades delivers transparency, flexibility, and financial con...

Your ISV product might be great, but can a partner confidently recommend it to their customer? 🤔    In this episode of ISV Talks , host Carol Livingston of Dynamics Connections sits down with Sal Buonocore from Technology Leader Companies , Marketing Coordinator and ISV Alliance Partner Manager at Pre-Sales Leader ,  we unpacked what it really takes to build stronger ISV–VAR partnerships in the E...

🚚Smart Warehouses are here! AI, automation, and robotics are transforming warehouse management, optimizing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. From AI-driven inventory tracking to autonomous robots streamlining fulfillment, businesses embracing these innovations aren’t just keeping up, instead they’re staying ahead. On this episode of ISV Talks, Carol Livingston chats with Naomi Mart i and Kyl...

In this episode of ISV Talks, host Carol Livingston sits down with Jason Williams from The Atum Group, creators of GP365. Together, they explore how GP365 offers an affordable Azure hosting service tailored for Microsoft Dynamics GP users, alongside a convenient archive service for customers transitioning to a new ERP system. Discover why The Atum Group's expertise in Dynamics GP infrastructu...