Sage Group plc

Sage Group plc is a British multinational enterprise software company headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, specializing in business management solutions for small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Founded in 1981 by David Goldman, Paul Muller, and Graham Wylie to develop accounting and estimating software, it has evolved into a global leader serving over 6 million customers across more than 20 countries with 11,000 employees. The company provides cloud-native and cloud-connected products like Sage Business Cloud, Sage Intacct, and Sage X3, focusing on finance, HR, payroll, payments, CRM, ERP, and industry-specific tools for sectors including construction, real estate, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, nonprofits, and automotive. Notable innovations include AI-powered features such as Sage Copilot, a generative AI assistant launched in 2024, and recent acquisitions like Fyle for expense management in 2025. Sage Group plc supports business productivity by digitizing processes, connecting ecosystems, and addressing challenges like digital inequality and climate through products like Sage Earth for carbon accounting.