# Avalara
*Also known as Avalara*

- Website: https://www.avalara.com
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/avalara-com

> Cloud-based tax compliance platform that automates tax calculations, filing, and reporting for businesses worldwide.

Avalara delivers cloud-based tax compliance software that automates tax calculations, filing, reporting, exemption management, e-invoicing, and cross-border obligations for businesses of all sizes. Serving customers across multiple industries and countries, Avalara integrates with major enterprise systems and a broad partner network to simplify complex tax regimes and reduce compliance risk. The platform provides a scalable, API-driven foundation for global commerce, backed by extensive tax content and ongoing regulatory updates.

**Mission:** To automate tax compliance for businesses of all sizes and across all jurisdictions, helping customers reduce risk, improve accuracy, and accelerate global commerce through scalable, connected tax technology.

## Products & Services

### [Avalara AvaTax](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/calculations.html)
*Product*
Automates tax calculations for accurate compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

- **Comprehensive Tax Calculation** — Ensures Accurate Tax Compliance
- **Use Tax Automation** — Automate Use Tax Management
- **Real-Time Tax Calculation** — Ensure Real-Time Tax Accuracy
- **Cloud-Based Platform** — Enhances Flexibility
- **E-Invoicing** — Streamlines Financial Processes
- **Exemption Certificate Management** — Simplifies Compliance
- **Integration with Procurement Systems** — Enhance Efficiency Through Integration

### [Avalara Returns](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/sales-and-use-tax/returns.html)
*Product*
Simplify your tax returns process with automated preparation and filing solutions.

- **Returns Processing** — Automates Filing Process
- **Compliance Management** — Manages Compliance Risks
- **E-File Integration** — Enables Quick E-Filing
- **Tax Content Management** — Provides Accurate Tax Information

### [Avalara VAT Returns & Reporting](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/vat-returns-and-reporting.html)
*Product*
Streamline VAT compliance and reporting processes with automation.

- **VAT Compliance Automation** — Ensures Compliance Across Jurisdictions
- **VAT Filing Automation** — Simplifies File Submission
- **VAT Return Preparation Automation** — Reduces Manual Effort
- **E-Invoicing Integration** — Ensures Accurate Invoicing
- **Live Reporting** — Facilitates Informed Decisions

### [Avalara E-Invoicing and Live Reporting](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/e-invoicing.html)
*Product*
Streamline global e-invoicing and reporting for seamless compliance.

- **E-invoicing** — Facilitates Global E-Invoicing
- **Regulatory Compliance** — Maintains Compliance Across Borders
- **Live Reporting** — Enables Immediate Insights

### [Avalara Cross-Border](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/industry-solutions/cross-border-solutions.html)
*Product*
Simplifies compliance for international taxes and duties.

- **Cross-border Classification** — Streamline Classification Processes
- **Customs Management** — Automate Customs Compliance
- **GST Management** — Manage GST Obligations
- **VAT Management** — Ensure VAT Compliance

### [Avalara Property Tax](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/property-tax.html)
*Product*
Streamline Property Tax Compliance With Automated Solutions.

- **Property Tax Compliance** — Ensure Compliance With Confidence
- **Regulatory Updates** — Receive Timely Updates
- **Automated Filing Solutions** — Automate Your Tax Filing
- **Integration Capabilities** — Integrate With Your Systems
- **Comprehensive Reporting Tools** — Gain Valuable Insights

### [Avalara Capital](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/avalaracapital.html)
*Product*
Provides financing solutions to enhance tax compliance and support business expansion.

- **Capital Financing** — Enhances Financial Flexibility

### [Avalara Tax Content](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/avalara-tax-content-essentials.html)
*Product*
Provides accurate and timely tax content for seamless commercial transactions.

- **Tax Content Updates** — Ensure Compliance With Regulations
- **Cross-border Tax Compliance** — Simplify Cross-border Transactions
- **Point of Sale Integration** — Integrate Seamlessly With POS

### [Avalara 1099 & W-9](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/1099.html)
*Product*
Streamline your tax form processing and ensure compliance effortlessly.

- **1099 and W-9 Processing** — Automate Tax Form Filing
- **Compliance Management** — Maintain Tax Compliance
- **User-Friendly Interface** — Simplify User Experience

### [Streamlined Sales Tax Program](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/sales-and-use-tax/streamlined-sales-tax.html)
*Service*
Supports qualified sellers with costs covered in 25 states.

- **Cost Coverage** — Covers Costs For Sellers
- **Compliance Simplification** — Streamlines Tax Compliance

### [Avalara Sales Tax Risk Assessment](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/professional-services/sales-tax-risk-assessment.html)
*Service*
Mitigate compliance risks with precise assessments of tax obligations in the U.S.

- **Nexus Risk Assessment** — Establish Nexus Awareness
- **Risk Mitigation Strategies** — Develop Risk Mitigation Plans
- **State Tax Compliance Guidance** — Get Tailored Tax Guidance

### [Avalara Business Licenses](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/business-licenses.html)
*Service*
Simplify business licensing and registration across the U.S. with Avalara.

- **Business Licenses Management** — Streamlines Licensing Process
- **Regulatory Compliance Updates** — Provides Timely Updates
- **Guided Application Support** — Facilitates Application Completion

### [Avalara Tax Research](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/avalara-tax-research.html)
*Service*
Get clear, concise tax guidance tailored to your needs.

- **Plain-Language Answers** — Simplify Tax Queries
- **Regulatory Updates** — Stay Current with Regulations
- **User-Friendly Interface** — Navigate Easily

### [Item Classification](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/global-commerce-offerings/item-classification.html)
*Product*
Enhance tax compliance accuracy through intelligent item classification.

- **AI-Powered Tax Classification** — Boosts Tax Compliance Accuracy
- **Streamlined Classification Process** — Automates Tax Categories
- **Integration with Avalara Platform** — Enhances Compliance Capabilities

### [Avalara Exemption Certificate Management](https://www.avalara.com/us/en/products/sales-and-use-tax/compliance-document-management.html)
*Product*
Streamline and manage tax exemption certificates efficiently.

- **Exemption Certificate Management** — Streamlines Document Management
- **Integration with Accounting Systems** — Improves Data Accuracy
- **Automatic Alerts** — Keeps Compliance On Track
- **User-Friendly Interface** — Enhances User Experience

## Market Segments

- **Indirect tax automation** (market size $9.0B, CAGR 10.5%): Real-time calculation, content updates, classification, and return preparation for transaction taxes to ensure accurate tax collection and use tax compliance at the point of sale.
- **VAT and GST compliance** (market size $14.9B, CAGR 17.1%): Automation of VAT/GST return preparation, filing, e-invoicing, and live reporting for cross-border and multi-jurisdiction indirect tax obligations.
- **Exemption certificate management** (market size $350M, CAGR 10%): Centralized capture, validation, storage, and lifecycle alerts for exemption certificates to reduce audit risk and automate tax-exempt transaction handling.
- **Sales tax nexus and risk management** (market size $2.5B, CAGR 8.5%): Assessment and mitigation of sales tax nexus exposure, plus programs and filing support to manage multi-state sales tax obligations and compliance risk.
- **Property tax management** (market size $4.0B, CAGR 7.5%): Automation and expert-managed services for real and personal property tax discovery, filing, and reporting to ensure accurate assessments and timely compliance.