ERP systems play a significant role in the performance of any distribution or manufacturing business. It’s also vital for companies in many other industries – from finance and accounting to risk management no matter which vertical, size, or target audience your business is in. Making an ERP your core tool is more than important not only for large enterprises but for small businesses and ambitious startups as well.
Keeping in mind the importance of an ERP system, it’s essential to find the one which meets your specific needs and goals. While established companies strive for micromanaging each small process, startups often look for affordable, scalable, and easy-to-use solutions. Most startups don’t have weeks to spend learning what makes their solution tick. They need a hands-on system that offers a wide range of opportunities to improve and scale when needed.
Here at Bilsoft, we work with any type of business and know exactly how to choose the best option for your growing business or startup. Our team has prepared a list of best-fitting ERPs for small businesses. We’ve listed the solutions in alphabetical order.
Acumatica
Aquilon Software
Brahmin Solutions
Deltek’s ERP solution
Epicor Software Corporation
ERP Gold
Intact Software
Odoo
OnCloudERP
Sage
ZapERP
Founded over 10 years ago, Acumatica provides cloud and browser-based business management software developed for small and mid-sized businesses. ERP solution is made up of fully-integrated apps powered by a flexible and scalable platform. In Acumatica’s modules suite, you’ll find financials, distribution, project accounting, and CRM. The solution also provides flexible workflows and adjusts to business processes – not the other way around.
Founded in 2006, for over 14 years has been developing, implementing, and supporting ERP systems. Its ERP modules for manufacturing management are perfect for SMEs and growing manufacturers. These modules flawlessly integrate processes and departments from A to Z. Offering MRP, financial management, CRM, and many more, Aquilon’s manufacturing modules offer a comprehensive solution to support your business and make it more efficient, competitive, and responsive to your customers’ needs.
A suite of modules components offering its users a solid operations management platform for both B2C and B2B manufacturers. The system is designed for growing businesses and startups that sell directly to consumers and businesses. The ERP is adaptable, simple to use, and offers a range of process automation opportunities. In Brahmin Solutions’ product line you’ll find inventory control, order management, multichannel inventory management, wholesale, warehouse management, batch expiry tracking, manufacturing, and sales reports. There is also a special Brahmin Growth Solutions package for startups which offers a discount on payment rate.
Deltek provides a wide product line of ERP solutions to meet the specific clients’ needs. ERP solutions are available as cloud-based and on-premise systems with per employee per month pricing model. Deltek is often used by companies with over 20 employees in the system and over ten users who need access to the software. The solution fits many industries including aerospace and defense, healthcare, non-profits, and education.
With industry-specific needs in mind, Epicor offers software covering retail, and services organizations business needs. ERP is available as a cloud or on-premises solution and is known by its unique features to meet individual business requirements. Epicor is a global ERP that provides flexibility and agility to empower growth and opportunity. The solution is IoT ready, available in the cloud or on-premise, and provides a scalable solution.
A full-stack ERP solution that covers most business operations including marketing, lead generation, CRM, inventory, purchases, payroll, project management, and accounting. It’s a cloud-based system offering a secure SSL connection for simple, encrypted access from anywhere in the world. ERP Gold has a heavy focus on the marketing, sales, and client relationship side of the business. It also provides an opportunity to integrate third-party APIs so you can manage all your solutions in one location.
Founded in 1992, Intact Software is known for providing its agile Intact iQ, ERP solution created for startups and SMEs. ERP is a tool to see and manage all business processes from one place. Intact iQ is accessible across multiple mobile devices and has a built-in email and SMS messaging functionality as well.
An open-source ERP solution for businesses of all sizes across many industries. Odoo has an “On-premise” offer and it is the most installed business software in the world. Over 3.700.000 users worldwide ranging from startup companies (1 user) to large enterprises (300,000+ users) use the platform on a day-to-day basis. With its module structure, Odoo covers every business process from warehousing, manufacturing, and sales channels, to timesheets, websites, purchasing, and more. Deep app and pricing customization make Odoo perfect for startups that are looking for scalable and agile solutions.
An easy-to-use and powerful ERP for distribution, wholesale, retail, and services. It’s a multiregional cloud platform that works across a variety of devices. The advantage of OnCloudERP is its simplicity in implementation without requiring any advanced technical knowledge. The functionality set covers accounting, sales, purchase, inventory, and production, there is also an option to integrate additional modules such as payroll and CRM. You may choose the best pricing option from a variety of ones.
With over 30 years of market experience, Sage offers ERP designed for small and medium-sized companies. Sage’s ERP is available in three products; X3 for enterprises, 100 for SMEs, and 300 for small and mid-sized companies with multiple locations. Sage 100 includes modules for core accounting, distribution, manufacturing, business intelligence, customer relationship management, and human resources. X3 is cloud-based and browser agnostic and is responsive on mobile devices. It is also adaptable to company requirements, user roles, and preferences.
A tool offers a multichannel inventory solution with efficient stock management and order fulfillment. ZapERP was created to help in product sales and distribution along with the management of the different branches of your business.
It’s agile and simple in use solution which fits businesses of any sizes and types from wholesalers and retailers to the service industry and eCommerce. Due to its flexibility, ZapERP can be tailored for specific business needs and requirements. It also offers several pricing plans which can be customized according to the functionality set.
Final Word
With a vast variety of ready-made ERP solutions on the market, choosing a one for your specific business can be a hard task to do. A unique or customized business process may need a custom approach.
When choosing an ERP it’s important to define if such a solution may require further customization and scale. In most cases expanding the functionality of an out-of-the-box solution takes additional spendings apart from pricing packages. Thus, turning to a custom-developed solution designed after thorough business analysis and meeting all specific requirements may be a good idea.
At Bilsoft we focus on your business success and create tools that can take your ERP processes to a new level. With unrestricted opportunities for custom integrations, automation, and functionality your unique ERP will become an efficient partner in your business growth.
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