Accela vs Infor CloudSuite comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Accela
Ranking in Local Government CRM
8th
Average Rating
7.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Infor CloudSuite
Ranking in Local Government CRM
5th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
CRM (18th), ERP (14th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (3rd), Product Configuration and Quoting (4th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (10th), Financial Close Software (2nd)
 

Featured Reviews

Sajjad Hussain - PeerSpot reviewer
Oct 13, 2023
A superb platform for low-code development, but needs to improve its pricing and support
It was a customized solution like a VPN. We used some open-source tools and some paid tools. But we mostly had custom-developed tools. As for why we switched from Accela, this is a very important question because that was a legacy system, and it was running for 11 years. Of course, we reached a point where we wanted to scale our applications, and we had a legacy system that could not support scaling and required more time to implement any applications. That was one of the reasons we chose a low-code platform. We evaluated multiple solutions in the market. As part of the bidding, Accela was the lowest with more features.
S Solomon Kumar - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 31, 2023
Advanced forecasting and analysis capabilities
In terms of improvements, we can add new features that customers are demanding, such as service and quality improvements. For instance, we could have a model to predict the expected quality, which can be imported and developed as a new feature. We can improve quality features, and there is room for enhancement. Additionally, we can also improve service-related features by adding new functionalities. Each department has its workflow. But there is a hierarchy for pricing, and managers should be approached in such cases. So, there can be a more stabilized way of having a single point of contact to approach at any time. It is already there, but some more enhancements would be good. Regarding integration, specific third-party tools are not accepted, for example, on the old version of IBM or Oracle. Some more workloads need to be done to integrate those tools, and we can have some enhancements on integration. ION is a very good tool, and we use web services already. The old system of using RESTful APIs has been eradicated, and the super approval trial is good. So, this tool is a refined way of working with services where it integrates any third-party tool. But, some of the older versions may need additional adjustments to integrate properly.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"We can develop features in very little time."
"The Accela's most valuable features are visual inspection and workflow."
"The customization capabilities of CloudSuite Industrial are also there."
"It is a scalable solution."
"Infor CloudSuite Industrial is easy to setup. The built-in solution is already there, so we can start implementing it right away when we install it in an organization. After going through different test executions and workshops, any missing features can be added using Infor extension tables and other products. It will take at least eight to nine months to go live."
"The product's most valuable feature is production planning. It is one of the core features."
"We did some research and chose CloudSuite because it has the flexibility to cover a range of areas. And there were many other factors like traceability, for example, which is crucial for food production."
"The solution is particularly effective for ERP. The automation of emails is a valuable feature for me. The solution is stable. The solution is scalable. Infor CloudSuite Industrial is better for its development aspect. It allows us to customize and implement changes more efficiently. The initial setup was straightforward. I recommend the solution."
"Some valuable features include improved transparency in sales processes, which has been vital for our operations."
"Infor's environment—ION and Infor OS—is better than SAP's. The load time is shorter and Infor performs much better than SAP."
 

Cons

"The tool's performance becomes slow with usage. Its deployment is also complicated."
"I would like to see integration with analytics and the Power BI dashboard."
"There is room for improvement in the pricing. For us, it's the pricing aspect. Since we're South African, it's difficult when it's a dollar-based product."
"Infor needs to work on its documentation. For example, if I need to create a business object deployment from LVN to element, the instructions for this are insufficient. Many specific use cases aren't covered in the manual."
"It takes time to properly learn what the product can do."
"Currently, there are some challenges with handling large reports, possibly due to setup limits or issues with the solution."
"The platform's distribution features need enhancement."
"They could include marketing automation for the product."
"The solution's support service could be better."
"Pricing is always an area where there is room for improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When we chose Accela, it was affordable. But with new solutions in the market, we can see cheaper ones with the same features."
"It is a cost-effective solution."
"The pricing is not built on a standard model."
"For on-premise installations, the licensing is yearly."
"As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for five years, but it was a one-time opportunity."
"I'm working for a German company, but I'm located in Portugal. In the German market, Infor's price isn't an issue for clients, but Infor is losing market share every year to SAP in Portugal. Portuguese clients find SAP more affordable. Infor needs to work on this."
"The product is expensive. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."
"The platform's pricing depends on the specific number of users."
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Computer Software Company
14%
Educational Organization
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
 

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Accela?
The Accela's most valuable features are visual inspection and workflow.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Accela?
When we chose Accela, it was affordable. But with new solutions in the market, we can see cheaper ones with the same features. Previously, Accela was on-premises, and we faced infrastructure costs ...
What needs improvement with Accela?
The tool's performance becomes slow with usage. Its deployment is also complicated.
What do you like most about Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
Some valuable features include improved transparency in sales processes, which has been vital for our operations.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for 5 years, but it was a one-time opportunity.
What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
While there are many advantages to using Infor CloudSuite Industrial, there are some drawbacks that could be addressed. Specifically, I believe there should be better clarity and agreement on all i...
 

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Accela is used by over 1,000 government agencies in the United States and Canada. Some of its customers include the City of Los Angeles, the State of California, and the City of Toronto.
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