{"id":4218,"date":"2019-11-18T14:17:13","date_gmt":"2019-11-18T14:17:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/?p=4218"},"modified":"2020-12-14T13:56:45","modified_gmt":"2020-12-14T13:56:45","slug":"alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternatives to MS Dynamics AX and MS Dynamics NAV for Small Businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With the agility, flexibility, and affordability of today\u2019s ERP systems, small manufacturers can choose a manufacturing software platform that is suited to their specific needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Alternatives_to_MS_Dynamics_AX_and_MS_Dynamics_NAV_for_Small_Businesses.jpg\" alt=\"Alternatives_to_MS_Dynamics_AX_and_MS_Dynamics_NAV_for_Small_Businesses\" class=\"wp-image-4227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Alternatives_to_MS_Dynamics_AX_and_MS_Dynamics_NAV_for_Small_Businesses.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Alternatives_to_MS_Dynamics_AX_and_MS_Dynamics_NAV_for_Small_Businesses-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also listen to this article:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Alternatives to MS Dynamics AX and MS Dynamics NAV for Small Businesses\" height=\"122\" width=\"100%\" style=\"border: none;\" scrolling=\"no\" data-name=\"pb-iframe-player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.podbean.com\/media\/player\/ni5mw-c9233a?from=pb6admin&#038;download=1&#038;version=1&#038;auto=0&#038;share=1&#038;download=1&#038;rtl=0&#038;fonts=Helvetica&#038;skin=1&#038;pfauth=&#038;btn-skin=103\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Searching for the right ERP system can be a daunting task for\nany company.&nbsp; With a dizzying array of\noptions, it can be intimidating.&nbsp; Often,\na company will gravitate toward a well-known name brand because of the\nfamiliarity with other products and applications they may have used in the\npast.&nbsp; But for ERP systems, this isn\u2019t\nalways a good choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One such example is <strong>Microsoft Dynamics AX (Now rebranded as Dynamics 365)<\/strong> and <strong>Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Now rebranded as MS Dynamics 365 Business Central)<\/strong>.&nbsp; Both are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/enterprise-resource-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"ERP (opens in a new tab)\">ERP<\/a> solutions designed as a full service and full-featured system.&nbsp; However, there are differences between the two based on the size and scale of the enterprise where they are deployed.&nbsp; Let\u2019s look at a few of the differences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Client focus<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 MS Dynamics AX is designed for large international clients who must manage an ERP across multiple locations and potentially international borders.&nbsp; Dynamics NAV, on the other hand, is geared more toward medium-sized businesses and is scalable as they expand.<\/li><li><strong><em>Industry Flexibility<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 With MS Dynamics AX, six specific industries make up the bulk of deployment.&nbsp; They are service, manufacturing, distribution, finance, public, and retail.&nbsp; While Dynamics NAV is a flexible and adaptable ERP that can adapt to any industry.<\/li><li><strong><em>Complexity of Implementation<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Because MS Dynamics AX is designed for large entities, it has a lot of features and therefore takes longer to implement.&nbsp; MS Dynamics NAV, on the other hand, is easier and faster to implement and maintain.&nbsp; Both offer on-premise and cloud-based service.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You may also like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/sap-erp-and-oracle-erp-alternatives-for-small-manufacturers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"SAP ERP and Oracle ERP alternatives for Small Manufacturers. (opens in a new tab)\">SAP ERP and Oracle ERP alternatives for Small Manufacturers.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343333;color:#343333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343333;color:#343333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#How_Big_is_Too_Big\" >How Big is Too Big?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#ERPs_that_Cater_to_All\" >ERPs that Cater to All<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#AX_and_NAV_Alternatives_for_Small_Manufacturers\" >AX and NAV Alternatives for Small Manufacturers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#MRPeasy\" >MRPeasy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#Sage100cloud\" >Sage100cloud<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#Syspro\" >Syspro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#IQMS_ERP\" >IQMS ERP<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/blog\/alternatives-to-ms-dynamics-ax-and-ms-dynamics-nav-for-small-businesses\/#Needs-Based_Solutions\" >Needs-Based Solutions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Big_is_Too_Big\"><\/span>How Big is Too Big?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A review of both MS products immediately yields an acute observation. While Dynamics NAV may be geared more towards medium-sized businesses, they are both often too large and too costly for small manufacturers looking for ERP solutions as well.&nbsp; When faced with purchasing a system that is overpowered for their needs, many small manufacturers falter.&nbsp; They realize they need a full service and agile ERP but can\u2019t afford or don\u2019t need all the features of either of the two products offered by Microsoft.&nbsp; And once this realization sinks in, small manufacturers are left with unrealistic options from a brand name they know so well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are alternatives for small manufacturers to both MS Dynamics AX and MS Dynamics NAV. These solutions offer the service level and features that make them a full-fledged ERP while providing agile, flexible and affordable solutions in a modular and cloud-based environment.&nbsp; Let\u2019s look at some of the alternatives that small manufacturing companies may wish to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ERPs_that_Cater_to_All\"><\/span>ERPs that Cater to All <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On one end of the spectrum are other well-known ERP name\nbrands.&nbsp; These brands have a long history\nof performance that equals MS Dynamics AX and MS Dynamics NAV in functionality,\nand they are used by small, medium and large businesses.&nbsp; Most also have financial software\nfunctionality as well, a distinction that helps smaller companies manage their\nfinance operations to best practice standards.&nbsp;\nThese ERP systems include platforms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oracle eBusiness Suite \u2013 Oracle eBusiness Suite is a cloud-based platform that streamlines business processes for manufacturing to optimize production capacity as well as develop efficient and concise workflows.&nbsp; The platform also has a host of applications for everything from maintenance management, financial performance, HR and CRM.&nbsp; <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Companies find the software easy to configure and highly compatible with third-party applications.&nbsp; Training and ease of use for staff reduce the learning curve.&nbsp; However, Oracle eBusiness Suite\u2019s modular list of applications can result in higher prices than many manufacturers may be looking for.&nbsp; While each company\u2019s cost will differ depending on what features are used, it is still one of the more expensive options on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>SAP\nERP \u2013 As another well-known performer within the ERP space is SAP.&nbsp; SAP ERP has manufacturing operations, HR\nfunctionality and finance management at its core.&nbsp; The platform integrates well among different\nfunctional areas and is intuitive and easy to learn,&nbsp; it is also highly customizable and known for\nhigh data security.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cons include slow response time depending on the number of users on the system at one time as well as cost.&nbsp; Like Oracle eBusiness Portal, SAP ERP, while versatile and modular SAP still tends to aim for the mid to large enterprise and this is reflected in the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While these solutions are viable alternatives to MS AX and NAV, they are not ideal for small manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AX_and_NAV_Alternatives_for_Small_Manufacturers\"><\/span>AX and NAV Alternatives for Small Manufacturers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Concerns such as cost, flexibility, and an opportunity to build utilize a full-service ERP with affordable a la\u2019 carte functionality are high on the list for small manufacturers.&nbsp; For those smaller enterprises seeking full-featured and cost-effective ERP solutions that are agile flexible, there are many manufacturing software systems that can be deployed that will give these companies an ERP system on par with larger systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MRPeasy\"><\/span>MRPeasy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MRPeasy  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">MRPeasy <\/a>began as an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/mrp-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MRP system (opens in a new tab)\">MRP system<\/a> so its core functionality for manufacturing, shop floor control, material planning, inventory, sales order management, warehouse management, and work order management is long-established and well tested.&nbsp; MRPeasy has since moved into the realm of a full-fledged ERP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many small companies seeking an ERP system are concerned about financial management to comply with best practices.&nbsp; MRPeasy has designed its ERP platform to integrate with both Xero and QuickBooks.&nbsp; These programs are used extensively by small and medium-sized companies as their accounting software of choice.&nbsp; With its built-in Standard Accounting module, or integrating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/material-requirements-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MRP (opens in a new tab)\">MRP<\/a> functionality with QuickBooks Online and Xero, MRPeasy can offer a fully functional ERP solution for small to medium-sized companies from 10-200 employees with the familiarity and ease of use of a finance system already familiar to employees.&nbsp; For those small manufacturers with small office staff, the ability to use a familiar system of payments and bookkeeping helps reduce the anxiety as well as the learning curve required for a new system.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The MRPeasy system is exclusively browser-based and requires no installation. &nbsp;And because it is browser-based, there is no maintenance and updates are instant and under the covers experientially.&nbsp; It offers a wealth of User Manuals, FAQs and other tools to streamline the learning curve and training required for implementation.&nbsp; The integration with Xero and QuickBooks lends immediate credibility to the finance and accounting functions due to their partner\u2019s name recognition and reputation. &nbsp;The system also works on mobile devices including Android and iOS.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Negatives may include concern for\nsecurity and connectivity due to the browser-based setup.&nbsp; However, these concerns are mitigated by the\nfact that data is kept on dedicated servers with hot backups to provide\ncontinuity and safety.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a browser-based system, there are some upper limits within the lower three packages in areas such as SKU counts, total allowable BOMs, lines per work order, etc.&nbsp; These limits assure server capacity optimization.&nbsp; However, the Unlimited package does not limit computations for any functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starter and Professional packages for MRPeasy are available at $49 and $69 per user per month for the first ten users.&nbsp; The most popular offering is the Enterprise version at $99 per user per month.&nbsp; There is also and additional Unlimited level available for $149 per user per month that has the same features as Enterprise but with added API integration capability.&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/pricing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MRPeasy\u2019s pricing (opens in a new tab)\">MRPeasy\u2019s pricing<\/a> applies to the first ten users only, meaning additional users as a company scales bring the average cost per user down even further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sage100cloud\"><\/span>Sage100cloud<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sage100cloud offers ERP for small manufacturers needing to automate processes.&nbsp; Their ERP is full-featured including manufacturing, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrpeasy.com\/inventory-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Inventory management (opens in a new tab)\">Inventory management<\/a>, and warehousing, purchasing and supply chain, CRM and accounting and finance.&nbsp; Modules can be purchased and customized a la\u2019 carte to allow a small manufacturer to build an ERP system customized to their unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sage100cloud platform is highly customizable per user and has clear, dynamic and user-friendly interface options.&nbsp; It is available as a cloud-based option as well as an on-premise option and can also be run as a hybrid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Negatives include a slow response from customer service for bug fixes and trouble tickets.&nbsp; Users have also complained about the number of windows that can be opened on the platform at one time.&nbsp; Also, exporting can be slow for very large data sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While Sage100cloud does not list\npricing on its website, third-party research indicates that their pricing is\ntiered.&nbsp; All their packages are priced\nbased on the number of users with their Essential package for 1-5 users coming\nin at $50 per user per month and their Complete package coming in at $66.67 per\nuser per month for 1-5 users.&nbsp; However,\nunlike MRPeasy, Sage100cloud continues to charge per user per month over ten\nusers (their Complete package for 25users or more is $53.33 per user per\nmonth).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Syspro\"><\/span>Syspro<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Syspro offers ERP functionality ideal to small enterprises.&nbsp; This system is modular and additional modules are available as the company scales.&nbsp; Their platform contains common ERP functionality including shop floor control, inventory control and financial functions.&nbsp; Syspro also has robust scheduling functionality that allows the system to track actual vs estimated labor and manage materials and scrap for work-in-process.&nbsp; This is a valuable tool for smaller manufacturers where material costs can make a big impact on profit.&nbsp; The system also has Engineering Change Control (ECC) that allows accurate tracking and traceability for different product iterations.&nbsp; The platform has an intuitive user interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Negatives include difficult to use out\nof box reports which often must be customized to be useful to the enterprise.&nbsp; Syspro offers both cloud-based and on-premise\ndeployment.&nbsp; It is sold primarily through\nresellers and pricing is around $199 per user per month after installation\ncosts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IQMS_ERP\"><\/span>IQMS ERP<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>IQMS offers manufacturing options for adding capabilities with additional models as small companies.&nbsp; Its core functionality includes manufacturing and resource planning, scheduling, supply chain, CRM, purchasing and accounting.&nbsp; The IQMS ERP system also has Vendor Management Inventory (VMI) and embedded EDI functionality.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>VMI allows a company to undertake consignment arrangements with vendors as well as allowing manufacturers the ability to utilize JIT manufacturing through their supply chain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The embedded EDI feature creates seamless automation in purchasing from point of order through the delivery of raw materials and key components.&nbsp; For companies attempting to build lean best practices into their operation or who must manage on a tight budget in bootstrapped operations, these features are critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IQMS does have some cons.&nbsp; It has inventory analysis and there have been issues with software bugs and limited functionality on some modules.&nbsp; Also, the system does not connect work orders to sales orders to create a seamless chain.&nbsp; The system is available as both cloud-based and on-premise deployments.&nbsp; The price range can range in the tens of thousands annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Needs-Based_Solutions\"><\/span>Needs-Based Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Manufacturing is a highly competitive and diverse industry.&nbsp; For small manufacturers, size and scale can mean a different set of challenges compared to larger companies.&nbsp;But with the agility, flexibility, and affordability of today\u2019s ERP systems, small manufacturers can choose a manufacturing software platform that is suited to their specific needs.&nbsp; Because of the attention to the needs of this size company, these providers can provide ERP functionality on par with those of their larger competitors such as Microsoft Dynamics AX and Microsoft Dynamics NAV.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the agility, flexibility, and affordability of today\u2019s ERP systems, small manufacturers can choose a manufacturing software platform that is suited to their specific 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