Avalara Partners with AWS to Enhance Tax Compliance and Business Efficiency
In a significant move to improve tax compliance processes, Avalara, a leader in agentic tax and compliance solutions, has entered into a strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This partnership is poised to create a layer of efficiency for businesses looking to automate their tax compliance, leveraging Avalara’s robust technology built on the AWS platform.
The multi-year agreement signifies a commitment from both companies to simplify tax processes and make it easier for businesses of all sizes to comply with tax regulations. Through this collaboration, clients will gain streamlined access to Avalara's array of solutions via the AWS Marketplace. This integration will include simplified procurement processes and consolidated billing, which can aid in maximizing existing AWS commitments. Avalara’s recognition as an AWS Validated Technology Partner further enhances the confidence clients can have in building their compliance infrastructures on AWS.
Meg Higgins, Senior Vice President of Global Partners at Avalara, expressed her optimism about the partnership, stating, "This agreement marks an important step forward in Avalara's mission to make agentic tax and compliance easier and more accessible for businesses of all sizes. Working with AWS allows us to expand our reach, improve customer experiences, and unlock new growth opportunities."
The strategic alliance comes at a time when businesses are under increasing pressure to modernize their tax compliance efforts. With digital transformation reshaping various industries, Avalara’s capabilities are particularly suited to assist organizations in navigating the complexities of tax legislation and compliance obligations. The company’s agentic AI platform is designed not only for efficiency but also to support scalability, allowing businesses to maintain accuracy while minimizing risks associated with tax compliance.
Testimonies from current users highlight the advantages of Avalara’s solutions. For instance, Heather Paquette, Tax Technology Manager at Global Companies LLC, remarked on the tangible benefits of leveraging Avalara's services on AWS. She noted that through this collaboration, her team could significantly reduce manual tasks, which allows them to concentrate on more strategic initiatives.
"The scalability and stability of AWS, combined with Avalara's tax expertise, has delivered meaningful efficiency gains for our organization," she stated. This sentiment underscores the growing need for solutions that align with modern organizational demands.
As Avalara continues to work closely with AWS, their collaborative approach aims to meet customers where they are—within their trusted cloud infrastructures and preferred tools. The integration promises not only intelligent automation but also access to a vast library of prebuilt integrations with over 1,400 signed partners.
Allison Johnson, Director of Americas Technology Partners at AWS, commented on the deepening collaboration, emphasizing the shared vision of simplifying and automating compliance solutions in the cloud. "Combining Avalara's capabilities with AWS's scalability will empower businesses across sectors to innovate and operate more efficiently in their tax processes," Johnson remarked.
In light of escalating complexities surrounding tax obligations, Avalara's solutions are positioned to demystify compliance demands, thereby enhancing organizational agility. Businesses seeking the latest in tax compliance technology can explore further offerings by visiting Avalara in the AWS Marketplace.
About Avalara: Avalara is recognized as the leading agentic tax and compliance provider that has supported both direct and indirect tax compliance for over two decades. With a comprehensive library of tax content and strong integration capabilities, Avalara serves a diverse customer base of over 200,000 clients in more than 75 countries. Their pioneering AI-driven agents automate the entire compliance process, including tax calculations and return filings.
For detailed insights and more information about their services, visit Avalara.com.