Accela vs SAP CRM comparison

Accela and SAP are both solutions in the Local Government CRM category. Accela is ranked #5 with an average rating of 7.0, while SAP is ranked #2 with an average rating of 7.6. Accela holds a 2.6% mindshare in LGC, compared to SAP’s 26.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Accela users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 84% of SAP users who would recommend it.

Accela

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100% willing to recommend

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84% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Accela and SAP CRM based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Local Government CRM solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed Accela vs. SAP CRM Report (Updated: July 2025).

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Categories and Ranking

Accela

Ranking in Local Government CRM

5th

Average Rating

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SAP CRM

Ranking in Local Government CRM

2nd

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (3rd), Marketing Management (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Local Government CRM category, the mindshare of Accela is 2.6%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP CRM is 26.1%, down from 28.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Sajjad Hussain

Full Stack Developer - TAMM OS/ Accela at Department of Health Abu Dhabi

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.

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ToniaSpight-Sokoya

Personal Service Consultant at Sokoya Networking

A CRM system that helps you automate and integrate your customer data and customer facing-activities: sales, marketing, service, and e-commerce

One area for improvement is the security model, especially regarding records management retention and the audit and legal holds. Since we're in the middle of a cloud digital transformation, it's essential to ensure the system flags documents properly according to global retention policies. We need to address bugs and make sure our system fully aligns with our procedures and policies. This is crucial to prevent breaches, especially in a time when breaches are becoming more common. For instance, my personal identity was compromised four months ago when my mortgage company had a breach, and I’m still working with the FTC to clean up the damage. In my work in mortgage and financial services, I’m focused on preventing this kind of issue for our consumers and clients.

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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."

"Once the lead is matured, you can convert it into an opportunity and you can track it by the opportunity based on the product segment."

"The features that are used most are the lead model and the opportunity model. We can create many different pipelines with many phases. These features improved our process in the States very well."

"The most valuable feature is real-time data. You don't have to go to the finance team for information. On one screen, you can see if stock is available and check the customer's outstanding balance, and then you can process the order. SAP CRM's integration with other applications is easier."

"SAP CRM has a good performance."

"The user interface is excellent."

"We are using the HANA Z database for CRM, which enhances the products we are currently using by making the system more efficient. Everything is connected to CRM, so we can use the data for analytics, sales forecasting, and data modeling."

"The solution is stable."

"The most valuable feature for me is the flexibility to consolidate the products."

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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."

"In terms of stability, there are some latency issues."

"As SAP CRM is still in its pilot version in my company, and my team is still experimenting on it, there's little room for exploration, but its setup is not as straightforward, so this could be an area for improvement."

"The integration of SAP CRM with the SAP platform is relatively easier as compared to any other third-party product. If you go for any other third-party product, you will have a lot of challenges in terms of integration."

"Content management is one area where SAP CRM could use some work because we were seeking a CRM solution that could store BLOB data, like PDF and email data, which takes up a lot of space in the database. Recently, we migrated to a content server, but it would be nice if CRM had built-in BLOB data management because BLOB data is a challenge we've been dealing with since last year."

"SAP must provide a demo system for the customers."

"It was not very stable. It was not a network problem because we were using tools that were not SAP. They were working well. But when I'm running the SAP, it's not working for us."

"What I see as a challenge against our competitor is that Salesforce comes with more flexibility, for enhancement purposes, whereas the SAP CRM Cloud is more robust and rigid. It's not flexible to implement any bespoke solution."

"Previously, the SAP CRM used to use simple servers, but now SAP uses HANA. The problem with the HANA databases is their interoperability with other solutions. SAP CRM could improve by working better with other solutions."

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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."

"From the maintenance perspective, SAP CRM is quite expensive compared to cloud services because the current solution they're using is managed by us and we are hosting it on servers. There is the cost of hosting, and managing servers and applications. The overhead is substantial, but this solution is a legacy system. It will take some time for the customer to migrate out of it."

"Every user needs to have a license."

"The product is costly."

"They should reduce the price to target small businesses."

"The solution is expensive."

"SAP CRM is not suitable for smaller businesses because it is expensive. The larger businesses would be able to handle the cost."

"The product is expensive."

"There is a license required for the solution and most of my clients purchase an annual license."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Government

38%

Pharma/Biotech Company

12%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

12%

Computer Software Company

University

Financial Services Firm

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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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.

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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 ...

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What needs improvement with Accela?

The tool's performance becomes slow with usage. Its deployment is also complicated.

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What do you like most about SAP CRM?

Getting the right information at the right time across different programs is important. These programs lack interaction between them. IPA is a good option to bring them together.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP CRM?

SAP CRM is not suitable for small companies because of the cost. It is suitable for medium and large enterprise companies.

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What needs improvement with SAP CRM?

Recently, the price of SAP CRM has increased, which is one concern. Another issue is that sometimes we experience slow performance. Reports in SAP CRM itself can become very slow. Other than that, ...

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Overview

Accela is a cloud-based platform of government software solutions that helps state and local governments streamline their permitting, licensing, and code enforcement processes. It is a comprehensive solution that various departments can use, including planning, building, environmental health, and code enforcement.

If you are a tech professional looking for a Local Government CRM solution, Accela is a good option. It is a comprehensive, secure, and compliant platform that can help governments improve efficiency, transparency, and communication.

Accela's key features include:

A unified platform that can be used to manage all aspects of permitting, licensing, and code enforcement
A workflow engine that automates tasks and ensures that processes are followed correctly
A robust data management system that provides real-time insights into operations
A mobile app that allows users to access Accela from anywhere
A secure and compliant platform that meets the needs of government agencies

Here are some benefits of using Accela:

Accela can help governments automate tasks and streamline processes, saving significant time and cost
Accela provides a single source of truth for all permitting, licensing, and code enforcement data
This helps governments improve transparency and accountability
Accela's mobile app makes it easy for government agencies to communicate with citizens and businesses
Accela's platform is designed to meet the compliance requirements of government agencies

Accela

SAP CRM is a comprehensive customer relationship management solution that helps businesses streamline their sales, marketing, and service processes. It offers a range of features including lead management, opportunity management, campaign management, and customer service management. With SAP CRM, businesses can effectively manage their customer interactions, improve customer satisfaction, and drive revenue growth.

The solution integrates with other SAP modules, allowing for seamless data exchange and real-time insights. It also offers mobile access, enabling sales and service teams to access critical information on the go.

SAP CRM is a powerful tool for businesses looking to enhance their customer relationships and drive business success.

SAP

Sample Customers

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.

Brau Union Osterreich AG, Nu Skin Enterprises Inc., AOK Bundesverband, RAK Ceramics, NHS 24, Wholesale Sports Outdoor Outfitters, FC Bayern Munchen AG, Tumi, The Kellogg Company, MVV Energie AG, Anglian Water Services, German Football Association (DFB), Nebraska Book Company Inc.

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