Accela vs Siebel CRM comparison

Accela and Oracle are both solutions in the Local Government CRM category. Accela is ranked #5 with an average rating of 7.0, while Oracle is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.0. Accela holds a 2.9% mindshare in LGC, compared to Oracle’s 15.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Accela users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

Accela

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100% willing to recommend

Siebel CRM

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88% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Accela and Siebel 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.

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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

Siebel CRM

Ranking in Local Government CRM

3rd

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

CRM (9th)

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Local Government CRM category, the mindshare of Accela is 2.9%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Siebel CRM is 15.9%, down from 19.0% 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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KalpanaSingh

Senior Manager at Credit Suisse

Customizable and flexible but user experience needs enhancement

Siebel is not user-friendly. There are so many tabs and different features that until it's explained to someone, they will not understand it. A user-friendly tool is supposed to be designed in a way where the user can log in and intuitively understand how to use it. People who use it regularly are still confused, and it requires a lot of clicks and is very difficult to navigate. Sometimes it takes a lot of time to reflect the correct information—even when it's updated, you have to refresh it again and again to see the right data.

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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

"The Accela's most valuable features are visual inspection and workflow."

"We can develop features in very little time."

"The tool's complaint management feature is very good. We used a CRM before, which lacked the integrations, so complaints had to be handled manually. With Siebel CRM, we have better integrations and can resolve complaints with a few clicks. When you're in the service industry, tasks matter a lot, especially when you have to access multiple systems to address issues. Being a bank, we currently have around 17 operational systems. It's not feasible to expect users to access them individually to make the necessary changes."

"The best thing about the tool is its data model. The underlying data model refers to how the data is stored in databases. We can also experience the ease of developing anything with the tool. We can customize any functionality as per any business challenge."

"Siebel offers a high level of customization which has been valuable. The solution also offers the ability to model complex products."

"One valuable feature is that certain views can be adjusted as per our requirements, which adds a level of customization that is appreciated."

"It is easier to communicate with local companies within a large organization using Siebel CRM."

"Siebel CRM is the number one CRM product in the world."

"The solution is scalable."

"Siebel CRM has a strong database model, workflow and integration tools."

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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."

"Siebel is pricey compared to other CRM tools. That's the problem. Although it's a highly stable and functionally rich application, customers are not willing to pay that price for it. Customers can find CRM software that gives them similar functionality at a lower price. There are so many others on the market like Salesforce."

"It is difficult to set up."

"I want Oracle to improve the tool’s UI with a vanilla application. I would also like to see an insurance broking vertical in their future releases. There are thousands of brokers who look for an insurance broking solution."

"Oracle needs to improve its support. The major drawback I've observed with Siebel CRM is that Oracle hasn't taken appropriate steps to improve it since 2019. We noticed a steep downfall because Oracle was slow to roll out upgrades like Open UI. By the time these upgrades were available, the market had shifted to cloud solutions, which competitors were already providing much earlier."

"Currently, Siebel CRM is not helping the agent provide faster feedback to the customer."

"Siebel is not user-friendly."

"The problem with Siebel is that everything is customizable in it. It's probably over-engineered, which makes it difficult to use, and it makes it difficult for the users to get started with the system."

"The user interface, mobile application, and support could be improved."

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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."

"This solution is expensive compared to other solutions in the market. This makes it difficult to convince our customers to use it. The customers who are already using Siebel have thought about moving to Velocity or Salesforce."

"I think the tool’s pricing is exaggerated. Once you do the price sizing as per your business needs, you would find that the price of other solutions like Zoho CRM, HubSpot CRM, Salesforce CRM, etc. would be always the same."

"The product is expensive."

"The price of Siebel CRM depends on the usage of the business requirement. For large enterprises the price it's very good but if you are using it for medium scale enterprises, the price is very expensive."

"Its licensing is yearly."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Government

39%

Pharma/Biotech Company

12%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Government

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

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 Siebel Sales?

Siebel CRM has enhanced customer engagement for our organization, particularly through its robust data model and flexible features. One specific scenario where Siebel CRM excelled was in addressing...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Siebel Sales?

I do not have any information on pricing, setup cost, or licensing.

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What needs improvement with Siebel Sales?

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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

Siebel CRM is a comprehensive customer relationship management solution that helps businesses streamline their sales, marketing, and service processes. With its robust features and user-friendly interface, Siebel CRM enables organizations to effectively manage customer interactions and enhance customer satisfaction. The solution offers a wide range of modules, including sales force automation, marketing automation, and customer service management, allowing businesses to automate and optimize their customer-facing activities.

Siebel CRM also provides advanced analytics and reporting capabilities, enabling businesses to gain valuable insights into their customer data and make informed decisions. With its flexible deployment options, including on-premises and cloud-based solutions, Siebel CRM can be tailored to meet the unique needs of any organization.

Oracle

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.

Hover Automotive India Pvt. Ltd., Lawn Tennis Association, Tªrk Telekom, Bouygues Telecom, City of Atlanta, IGEPA IT-SERVICE GmbH, ec4u expert consulting AG, Salud Responde, Sascar, Banca Transilvania, UL, Ingersoll Rand, The Royal Dutch Touring Club ANWB

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