Sage to Host Sage ERP X3 Global Sales Convention in Paris

PARIS, January 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Partner Days to be a highlight of event

Sage will be hosting over 120 Sage ERP X3 partners from around the world at its Partner Days on 11-12 January 2012, during its annual Sage ERP X3 Global Sales Convention taking place in Paris. Oracle is a confirmed Gold sponsor, while Microsoft Corporation, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions and Preactor are Silver sponsors.  During the Partner Days, attendees will hear from Sage executives including Christophe Letellier, Sage ERP X3's CEO and Christophe Vanackère, Sage ERP X3's Chief Operating Officer. A featured speaker from Gartner will also be presenting on mid-market strategies and an awards ceremony will be held to recognize in country and global partner achievement within the Sage ecosystem.

Christophe Letellier, CEO Sage ERP X3, commented, "Our partners are an integral part of our success in increasing our business globally. We have recently announced our Global Partner Program, which is designed to formalize our partner relationships and provide real benefits to our partner community. The Partner Days are taking place during our Global Sales Convention and aim to bring Sage ERP X3 sales teams and partners together. This event will be the start of a series of events dedicated to educating, informing and recognizing the importance of our partners in Sage ERP X3 as we continue to grow."

"We are excited to sponsor the Sage ERP X3 Global Sales Convention and Partner Days. Our participation in this event signifies the valued relationship we have with Sage," said Lydia Smyers, Group Vice President, Worldwide Alliances and Channels Programs for Oracle. "It is also a reflection of our commitment to working together to deliver innovative product offerings that give new and existing customers greater efficiency, flexibility and cost savings to impact their business."

Sage is a Gold level member in the Oracle PartnerNetwork (OPN).

For more information about the Partner Days during Sage ERP X3 Global Sales Convention, go to http://www.sageerpx3.com/gsc.

Notes to Editors

About Sage
Sage is a leading global supplier of business management software and services for small and midsized businesses.  The Sage Group plc, formed in 1981, was floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989 and now employs more than 12,300 people and supports more than 6 million customers worldwide.

About Sage ERP X3

Sage ERP X3 is our dedicated solution for mid-market companies with an international presence. It enables customers to transform and perform by using our software. We have 3,300 customers representing 165,000 users worldwide who have chosen Sage ERP X3 because it is easy to use, rapid to implement and cost effective. For over 10 years Sage ERP X3 has been a proven and comprehensive ERP solution addressing the specific requirements and challenges of mid-market companies in various industries including manufacturing, services, distribution, and many more.

Sage ERP X3 has local operations in 55 countries, with a network of over 1,500 Sage professionals and 220 partners in its ecosystem.