Considering a shift to a new ERP

Enterprises on a Tier 1 ERP downsizing to Tier 2

Sage X3 ERP is an excellent ERP for acquisition or satellite offices of multi-nationals who do not have the size or revenues to support a move onto their parent company’s tier 1 ERP system.

The deep and broad functionality of Sage X3 ERP also makes it a legitimate target for companies using a Tier 1 ERP system who by virtue of business changes are no longer suited to the continued use of a Tier 1 ERP system.

Tier 2 SMEs modernizing their ERP

Many mid-market SMEs have enjoyed extended use of powerful ERP systems however many of these systems are approaching or have past their end of life. Most of these old systems contain customization upon customization making them super bespoke and difficult to replace with commercial ERP systems. Sage X3 ERP, as a development ERP platform, provides enterprises with the ability to develop custom business processes under Sage X3 ERPs SAFE development mode. Buyers of Sage X3 ERP benefit from the strength of a commercially available globally recognised ERP software from a leader in the industry and its enviable capacity to deliver unique capabilities on platform.

Upgrading from MYOB, QuickBooks Xero to a Tier 3 ERP

A jump up from an entry-level accounting system to a tier 3 ERP such as Sage 300, SAP Business One, D365 or Sage Intacct generally comes as a shock to buyers use to a minimal spend on technology. The investment difference is significant however growing and maturing businesses are often compelled to upgrade to a more advanced business system due to entry level system limitations, or a company’s more sophisticated business system needs. Performance issues, data limitations & functional flexibility often drive a move from an entry level accounting system to a tier 3 ERP. Stock limitations in entry-level systems remains the major functional drive for change to a more sophisticated system.

The benefits companies can expect from using a more advanced ERP system include fewer manual tasks (Efficiency gains), enhanced integration capabilities (Automations leading to improved efficiency) and a richer set of data upon which to make business decisions. Companies should consider the likely capabilities of existing staff to manage a more sophisticated software system that comes with a need to apply accounting disciplines and a greater need for accounting related decision making.