Battle of the ERP Systems: SAP VS. Oracle VS. Microsoft Dynamics

Nowadays, many companies and businesses are using an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system to help them save money and resources. Basically, it is a system that makes the course of information run smoother among all the business purposes, within the margins of an organization. It also takes hold of all the ties to outside stakeholders.

ERP Systems can be categorized by 3 different ways:

1. Size
2. Technology
3. Industry

Let’s take a look where the 3 ERP Systems stand:

SAP

• SAP is flexible.
• SAP is integrated with several modules which is not present in other ERP Systems.
• The SAP HR and SAP SuccessFactors software are some examples of these.
• SAP has customized solutions that will suit any kind of business.

Oracle

• Famous for its firm security.
• Has a great user interface which is well-designed and practical.
• Very fast creation and report sharing.
• Can adapt well to rising technological standards.
• Example of these is the Oracle HRMS which is designed to automate practically every HR department function. Another one is the Oracle’s PeopleSoft applications which provide a comprehensive business and industry solutions. With that, it enables the organizations to increase their productivity, accelerate their business performance, and provide a lower cost of ownership.

Microsoft Dynamics

• Allows for certain decision-making.
• Since this ERP is from Microsoft, it has a very familiar feel to most people.
• Boosts business productivity.
• Works well with Microsoft software and systems.
• Support and service options.
• An example is Microsoft Axapta Human Resource Management III module which supplies features that support the career development of individual employees.

So, how do we select the correct type of ERP system for our business?

Let’s look at some of the suggestions to look at when choosing an ERP System:

1. Upper Management Support – Be aware to some of the aspects that cause hindrance to projects. Your executives do not need to know every detail.

2. Create a list of requirements – Try to be as specific as possible. In that way, the vendors will be more thorough with their proposals.

3. Mobile Responsiveness – Nowadays, people tend to work using their mobile phones or tablets. Accessing such systems through Laptops and Desktops is no longer a viable option.

4. Training on the ERP System – Operating an ERP System is not something you can learn overnight. You need to provide the essential time and the resources required for training.

Benefits of each ERP:

SAP

SAP has an extensive array of modules with huge spectrum of functionalities which are not available in other ERP applications. SAP has also come up with industry specific solutions which are unheard of from other applications. In order to adapt to the business needs, the system architecture and landscape of SAP is innovating day by day.

Oracle

One of the main advantages of an Oracle ERP is its ‘unbreakable’ security. As compared to SAP, Oracle ERP’s implementation risk is lesser. In term of the implementation cost, it is much lesser compared to SAP. Also, the Oracle ERP allows customization. With this, customers are able to modify certain aspects in order to suit their specific requirements with the help of an Oracle consultant company or an expert. With the latest legal and technological standards, Oracle ERP suite is able to adapt fast. Moreover, it has a great UI which is functional and user-friendly as well.

Microsoft Dynamics

With Microsoft Dynamics ERP, you are able to reduce the time required to implement and learn how to use it. It is designed and created with a focus on the roles people play in your organization. In addition, it delivers an individualized and task-based user experience . It also permits your employees to automate and customize according to their own ideas and work style. Therefore, there will be less training and development required, resulting to a faster return on your investment (ROI).