Thousands of accountants, bookkeepers, finance professionals, and app partners will gather at Olympia London on July 8-9 for Xerocon London 2026, one of the largest events in the Xero ecosystem. Over two days, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest product innovations, attend expert-led sessions, discover new technology, and connect with peers from across the accounting and finance industry.
Whether it's the first Xerocon or another year on the calendar, a little preparation can make a significant difference. With dozens of breakout sessions, keynote presentations, networking events, and hundreds of exhibitors, having a plan helps ensure every hour delivers value.
This guide shares five practical tips to help attendees make the most of Xerocon London 2026, from planning an agenda to evaluating new technology and building meaningful industry connections.
Looking for ways to improve accounts receivable processes and forecast cash flow with confidence? Stop by Stand E32 to meet the Chaser team and see how finance teams are transforming receivables management with automation and real-time cash flow forecasting.
Tip 1: Plan your schedule before you arrive
With two days of keynote presentations, breakout sessions, live product demonstrations, and hundreds of exhibitors, Xerocon London 2026 offers more content than anyone can realistically experience in a single visit. Spending a little time planning ahead can help ensure every session and conversation supports specific business goals.
The first step is to explore the official Xerocon London agenda before arriving. Identify keynote presentations, technical sessions, and workshops that are most relevant to current priorities, whether that's improving client advisory services, streamlining accounting workflows, exploring AI-powered tools, or discovering new ways to improve cash flow management.
Rather than filling every hour of the schedule, leave room for spontaneous conversations and product demonstrations. Some of the most valuable insights often come from speaking directly with exhibitors, Xero product specialists, and other accounting professionals who have already implemented solutions you're considering.
It can also be helpful to group sessions into a few key themes before the event. For example:
- Practice efficiency and automation
- Cash flow management and forecasting
- Artificial intelligence in accounting
- Client advisory services
- App integrations and the Xero ecosystem
Having a clear focus makes it easier to prioritize sessions and avoid information overload.
Before the event, consider asking:
- Which challenges is the firm trying to solve over the next 12 months?
- Which manual processes consume the most time?
- Which software categories deserve further research?
- Which app partners should be prioritized during the exhibition?
Arriving with answers to these questions makes conversations throughout Xerocon significantly more productive.
If improving cash flow visibility or reducing late payments is a priority this year, make time to visit Chaser at Stand E32. Live demonstrations will showcase how finance teams can automate accounts receivable, reduce manual credit control, and forecast future cash flow using a single platform.
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A little preparation before arriving can make the difference between simply attending Xerocon and leaving with practical ideas, valuable connections, and technology recommendations that continue delivering value long after the event has finished.
Tip 2: Build a smarter Xero app stack
Xerocon is more than an opportunity to discover new technology. It's one of the best places to evaluate which apps can genuinely improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and help clients achieve better business outcomes.
The exhibition floor brings together hundreds of app partners covering every aspect of business management, from practice management and payroll to reporting, payments, expense management, accounts receivable, and cash flow forecasting. Rather than trying to visit every stand, focus on solutions that address the biggest challenges facing the business today.
Before speaking with vendors, identify the processes that consume the most time or create the greatest operational friction. Whether it's chasing overdue invoices, producing accurate cash flow forecasts, or improving reporting, having a clear objective makes it much easier to evaluate which solutions will deliver measurable value.
Some useful questions to ask every app partner include:
- How quickly can the solution be implemented?
- Does it integrate seamlessly with Xero and the existing technology stack?
- How much manual work does it eliminate?
- What measurable ROI do customers typically see?
- How does the platform scale as a business grows?
- What reporting and forecasting capabilities are included?
- What level of onboarding and customer support is available?
Looking beyond individual features is equally important. The strongest technology investments don't just solve one problem. They become part of a connected ecosystem that supports the entire finance function.
For firms looking to improve both operational efficiency and financial visibility, accounts receivable automation and cash flow forecasting have become increasingly important. Late payments remain one of the biggest challenges for growing businesses, making it difficult to forecast cash confidently or make informed financial decisions.
That's where integrated platforms can make a significant difference.
Chaser combines accounts receivable automation with cash flow forecasting, helping finance teams reduce overdue invoices, improve receivables visibility, and forecast future cash positions from a single platform. Instead of switching between disconnected spreadsheets and multiple systems, finance teams gain a more complete picture of how cash moves through the business.
If these challenges are part of this year's priorities, visit Stand E32 for a live demonstration and see how Chaser helps businesses grow with confidence through smarter receivables management and forecasting.
Ultimately, the goal isn't to collect as many brochures or business cards as possible. It's to leave Xerocon with a shortlist of technology partners that can help improve efficiency, strengthen client relationships, and support long-term business growth.
Tip 3: Make the most of the exhibition floor
One of the biggest advantages of attending Xerocon London is the opportunity to speak directly with the people behind the products.
Unlike researching software online, the exhibition floor gives attendees the chance to ask detailed questions, see live demonstrations, compare solutions side by side, and understand how different apps fit within the wider Xero ecosystem.
With so many exhibitors in one place, it's worth creating a shortlist of the stands you'd like to visit before arriving. Prioritize solutions that solve current business challenges rather than trying to speak with every vendor. This helps make conversations more focused and ensures enough time is available for meaningful demonstrations.
When visiting exhibitors, don't be afraid to ask practical questions, such as:
- How long does implementation typically take?
- What does onboarding involve?
- How quickly do customers start seeing results?
- Which businesses benefit most from the platform?
- What integrations are available?
- How does the platform scale as a business grows?
These conversations often reveal far more than a website or product brochure ever could.
If improving cash flow, reducing overdue invoices, or gaining better visibility over future cash position is on the agenda this year, make sure to visit Chaser at Stand E32.
Chaser helps finance teams manage the complete accounts receivable process, from protecting against payment risk and automating collections to forecasting future cash flow with confidence. By combining receivables automation and forecasting in one platform, finance teams can spend less time chasing payments and more time making informed financial decisions.
Whether you're exploring new technology for the first time or looking to enhance an existing Xero app stack, the team will be available throughout the event to answer questions, demonstrate the platform, and discuss how Chaser fits alongside other leading finance applications.
Can't make it to the stand? Book a personalized demo with a product specialist and discover how Chaser can help automate accounts receivable and improve cash flow forecasting.
Why stop by Stand E32?
Visitors will have the opportunity to:
- See live demo of Chaser's latest platform
- Explore accounts receivable automation and cash flow forecasting in action
- Learn practical ways to reduce overdue invoices
- Discover how better receivables visibility can improve forecasting accuracy
- Speak directly with product specialists about specific business challenges
Even a short conversation could uncover opportunities to improve cash flow management, streamline finance operations, and build a stronger technology stack.
Tip 4: Make time for networking beyond the sessions
While the keynote presentations and breakout sessions are packed with valuable insights, some of the most meaningful conversations at Xerocon happen away from the stage.
Whether it's chatting with another accountant over coffee, meeting app partners between sessions, or attending an evening event, networking is one of the biggest reasons professionals return to Xerocon year after year.
The event attracts accounting firms, bookkeepers, finance leaders, consultants, software providers, and members of the Xero team, creating opportunities to exchange ideas with people facing many of the same challenges.
Instead of collecting as many business cards as possible, focus on building genuine conversations. Ask about the tools people use every day, the challenges they're trying to solve, and the processes that have made the biggest impact on their business.
Some useful conversation starters include:
- Which Xero app has delivered the biggest return on investment?
- What's the biggest challenge facing finance teams today?
- Which sessions have been the most valuable?
- What accounting technology has saved the most time?
- Which manual processes are still slowing businesses down?
These conversations often provide practical insights that can't be found in product brochures or online reviews.
Networking also extends beyond the exhibition hall. Be sure to check out the official Xerocon Party, taking place on the evening of July 8. It's a great opportunity to continue conversations in a more relaxed setting while connecting with other attendees, exhibitors, and members of the Xero community.
After the event, don't let those new connections disappear. Follow up on LinkedIn, schedule follow-up meetings with vendors you're interested in, and keep the conversation going while everything is still fresh.
The strongest professional relationships often begin with a simple conversation at events like Xerocon.
Pro networking tip
If improving cash flow management, accounts receivable processes, or financial visibility is on this year's priority list, stop by Stand E32 and meet the Chaser team. It's a great opportunity to discuss current challenges, see the latest product updates, and explore how integrated accounts receivable automation and cash flow forecasting can support future growth.
Tip 5: Turn inspiration into action after Xerocon
The conversations don't have to end when Xerocon London closes its doors.
In fact, the days immediately after the event are often when the biggest value is created. After two days of product demonstrations, expert sessions, and networking, it's easy to return to work and carry on as normal. Setting aside time to review what was learned can help turn ideas into measurable business improvements.
Start by reviewing notes, brochures, and any resources collected throughout the event. Which sessions stood out? Which technology could solve existing challenges? Which conversations opened the door to future partnerships?
Creating a simple action plan while everything is still fresh can make a significant difference. That might include:
- Booking follow-up meetings with app partners
- Sharing key takeaways with colleagues
- Prioritizing software trials
- Reviewing existing finance processes
- Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and automation
Rather than trying to implement every idea at once, focus on one or two initiatives that will have the biggest business impact.
For many finance teams, that means improving visibility over cash flow and reducing the time spent managing overdue invoices.
If accounts receivable and cash flow management remain priorities after Xerocon, now is the perfect time to continue the conversation.
Chaser helps finance teams automate accounts receivable, reduce late payments, improve receivables visibility, and forecast future cash flow from one platform. Whether the goal is strengthening credit control or making more confident financial decisions, Chaser provides the tools to support sustainable growth.
See Chaser at Xerocon London 2026
Grow your business with confidence
See how Chaser can help:
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Reduce overdue invoices with automated payment reminders and collections
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Improve visibility across the entire accounts receivable process
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Identify payment risks earlier
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Forecast future cash flow with greater confidence
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Spend less time chasing payments and more time making informed financial decisions
Can't make it to Olympia London? Book a personalized demo and see how Chaser can help finance teams grow with confidence.
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