Expanding a business across multiple regions comes with a unique set of challenges – handling international transactions, managing teams across time zones, and ensuring data compliance in different jurisdictions. At Accelo, we’re committed to supporting professional service businesses as they grow globally. That’s why we’ve invested in a suite of capabilities designed to streamline operations across borders.
In this Innovation Spotlight, we sit down with Joe DiPaulo, Accelo’s Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Product, to explore how our Global Business features – regional data centers, multi-currency support, integrated exchange rate services, and enhanced scheduling & collaboration – empower businesses to scale seamlessly.
For businesses operating in different regions, data security and compliance are top concerns. With Accelo’s regional data centers, companies can choose where their data is hosted – whether in North America (US), Australia, or the European Union (Ireland).
“Data residency is more than just compliance, it’s about trust. By giving our customers control over where their data is stored, we help them meet regulatory requirements while making sure there is fast, reliable access for their teams worldwide.” – Joe DiPaulo
This flexibility is especially crucial for businesses navigating strict data protection laws, such as GDPR in Europe. It also enhances system performance by ensuring that data is hosted closer to the teams using it.
Handling international business means working with multiple currencies. With Accelo’s multi-currency invoicing, businesses can invoice customers in their preferred currency – ensuring a frictionless quote-to-cash lifecycle. DiPaulo shares,
“Global businesses need more than just another way to simply send invoices in different currencies. They need to meet their customers where they are. Our multi-currency support ensures businesses can seamlessly transact with clients in their preferred currency, making it easier than ever to do business across borders.” – Joe DiPaulo
This feature also integrates with our exchange rate service, automatically updating currency conversions to ensure accurate reporting and financial tracking. No more manual currency adjustments or conversion errors – just seamless transactions.
Many businesses operate across multiple regions, brands, or business units, each with unique workflows, rules, and reporting needs. Accelo’s multi-division support allows organizations to:
“A business operating in London, New York, and Sydney shouldn’t have to use three separate systems to manage operations. With Accelo, they can set up tailored workflows for each region while still getting a consolidated view of their business.” – Joe DiPaulo
This level of flexibility ensures that teams in different regions can work the way that makes sense for them – without sacrificing overall business visibility.
Financial operations across multiple countries can be complex, especially when businesses use different accounting systems in different regions. Accelo bridges this gap by integrating with multiple accounting platforms, ensuring that financial data flows seamlessly. Whether a company operates separate Xero instances or needs to connect custom transactions via APIs alongside standard integrations. By staying flexible and integrating with leading accounting solutions, Accelo ensures that financial data remains consistent and accessible, no matter how businesses manage their global finances – keeps invoices, payments, and financial reporting accurate, no matter where business is conducted.
For businesses with teams and clients across time zones, keeping projects on track requires great communication, but also demands smart scheduling and visibility into team interactions. Accelo’s email and calendar integrations provide businesses with the insights they need to manage international collaboration effectively.
Like DiPaulo explains when talking about teams working across borders, “We make it easy by integrating with their email and calendar tools. This means teams can track interactions, schedule meetings across time zones, and keep projects moving, no matter where their clients or colleagues are.”
By synchronizing meetings, emails, and tasks across teams and locations, Accelo keeps communication easily findable, ensuring that important updates never get lost in translation (or between time zones). With features like the activity stream, teams get a centralized view of every interaction – emails, notes, tasks, and more – so they can stay aligned, no matter where they’re working.
Scaling into new markets is an exciting opportunity, but it comes with operational complexity. Accelo’s global business capabilities – from regional data centers and multi-currency invoicing to cross-border collaboration tools – help businesses expand seamlessly.
“We designed these capabilities with one goal in mind: to help businesses scale without friction. Whether you’re entering a new market, acquiring another business, or simply growing your team internationally, Accelo has the tools to support that journey.” – Joe DiPaulo
With Accelo, global expansion isn’t just manageable – it’s an opportunity to thrive.
Discover how Accelo can help you streamline operations across borders. Book a demo today.
