Sage 50 Evolves with AI Automation to Power the Future of UK SMBs

Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced major enhancements that bring AI-driven insights, automation, and seamless connectivity to Sage 50 customers in the UK. Sage 50 has just become more powerful, connected, and secure while preserving the features SMBs know and trust.

Today, SMBs are increasingly prioritising security and seamless access as they embrace digital tools to drive efficiency. According to Sage’s latest Small Business, Big Opportunity report, 85% of SMBs say technology is critical to their success, making secure and accessible digital solutions more important than ever.

To access the latest cloud-connected features, including Sage Copilot, Sage 50 customers will sign in using their Sage account (formerly Sage ID). This secure login provides a more seamless experience and gives businesses greater control over how their teams access Sage 50.

With Sage account, businesses not only gain secure and effortless access but also unlock personalised AI-driven experiences and future enhancements, all while reducing admin and improving efficiency in Sage 50. These latest enhancements help SMBs work faster, improve cash flow, and stay protected, including the ability to:

• Find Reports in Seconds – Search for reports using natural language AI, or quickly generate your company’s cash flow, transaction, and sales summaries
• Automate Purchase Transactions & Reduce Errors – AI-powered data extraction and classification reduces manual data entry, minimising mistakes
• Stay Protected with Advanced Security – With AI-powered fraud detection, two-factor authentication, and protection against automated attacks, Sage account ensures businesses stay secure in an increasingly digital world

“Sage 50 has been the backbone of small business accounting for decades, and these new enhancements ensure it will remain a trusted tool for years to come,” said Neal Watkins, EVP, Accounting & HR, Sage. “We know many of our customers rely on it, and we’re committed to making it even better by integrating AI and automation to save them time, reduce manual work, and improve cash flow. It’s safe to say Sage 50 is going from strength to strength and will continue to support SMBs for years to come.”

Trusted, Evolving, and Ready for the Future

With this update, Sage Copilot is being rolled out to early adopters in Sage 50 – joining a growing suite of Sage products powered by AI. Sage Copilot acts as an assistant to reduce repetitive tasks, enhance decision-making, and ensure smoother financial operations.

By proactively monitoring financial data and providing actionable recommendations, Sage Copilot enables SMBs to:

• Save time and get work done faster – Generate custom reports, analyse trends, and share results instantly
• Make smarter decisions – Continuously monitor business data to spot anomalies, flag errors, and provide recommendations
• Reduce admin overhead – Cut down manual processes, allowing business owners to shift focus from data entry to strategy

“As we grow, we are always looking for ways to work more efficiently and make life a bit easier,” said David Harvey, Co-Founder of Seabass Vinyl. “We’re really excited about what Sage Copilot can do, especially in saving time on the admin that takes us away from bigger priorities. Having those proactive insights will be a huge help as we scale, giving us more headspace to focus on our artists and the business.”