Infor VISUAL vs SAP ERP comparison

Infor and SAP are both solutions in the ERP category. Infor is ranked #28, while SAP is ranked #2 with an average rating of 7.8. Infor holds a 0.8% mindshare in ERP, compared to SAP’s 18.7% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of SAP users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

SAP ERP and Infor VISUAL are ERP solutions competing in the market. SAP ERP seems to have the upper hand with comprehensive features, while Infor VISUAL is attractive for its affordability in manufacturing.

Features: SAP ERP includes advanced analytics, financial management, and strategic planning, ideal for large enterprises. Infor VISUAL is strong in manufacturing processes, operations management, and production planning, appealing to manufacturing companies.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SAP ERP has a complex deployment process requiring significant time and resources but offers robust global support. Infor VISUAL provides a streamlined deployment experience for quicker implementations with support tailored to smaller-scale operations.

Pricing and ROI: SAP ERP involves higher upfront costs and longer ROI due to its enterprise-level capabilities. Infor VISUAL offers a flexible pricing structure, leading to faster ROI, appealing to mid-sized businesses seeking cost-efficient manufacturing ERP functionality.

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Categories and Ranking

Infor VISUAL

Ranking in ERP

28th

Average Rating

0.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Enterprise Resource Planning for Manufacturing (9th)

SAP ERP

Ranking in ERP

2nd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

105

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor VISUAL is 0.8%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP ERP is 18.7%, down from 22.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Carlos Cardona

Operations Manager at Visual K

Powerful accounting functionality, easy to implement, and same day support response

There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible. In a future release, if they could add a CRM incorporated into the core of the solution that would be awesome. Additionally, a more flexible project model. They have a project model, but it's very challenging to set up values.

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Srinivasan Kuppuswamy

Founder Partner & Chief Consultant at Sagesse Abundance

The amazing, robust framework with unlimited scalability earns its #1 status

The solution is not ready for the current e-commerce environment. Its was built for large enterprises who need to predictably optimize their human, material, and financial resources. ERP has evolved and businesses are changing. There are not many large corporations. Most are small enterprises with the capabilities of large enterprises through networking and platform integration. Some companies promote products but get things done with other enterprises as a network. Companies do not want to create new capacity but want to leverage existing capacity with innovative products. They do not want to spend resources on duplicating capacity or facilities. I do not think any ERP product is ready to support this environment so ERPs as a whole might end up being used for back-office functions only. It is not easy to evolve an ERP product because its intent is to integrate functions and processes within an organization. Whereas, in the new business model, processes are not limited to one's own enterprise but cut across different enterprises. There is no enterprise solution as this point in time for the current e-commerce environment so companies must integrate with many solutions.

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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 most valuable features of Infor VISUAL are its powerful accounting, multicurrency functionality, and production aspects. We implement the manufacturing for many customers. These are the main goals of the solution."

"We like that we have real-time dashboard views."

"I have found all the modules related to finance valuable, such as account management and HR. The entire suite is very useful."

"The system's reliability has supported our day-to-day operations effectively without significant interruptions."

"The product’s most valuable feature is a centralized system integrating different departments within the organization."

"The stability and performance are good."

"It is the best solution in the class of ERP products."

"This product is very scalable and easy to expand."

"It is a utility-focused solution, and the deployment is very much aligned with utility service providers. If you look at the supply chain and the overall business model of a utility service provider, SAP is something that fits very well. That's because the company has invested tremendously in creating appropriate workflows pertaining to this segment or domain."

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Cons

"There is a tool in Infor VISUAL that is called Costing Utilities, they should make the functionality more flexible."

"Presently, the solution's interface is not intuitive."

"Reporting is why most companies need to acquire business intelligence add-on solutions, and when it comes to SAP ERP, they could improve the reporting graphical representation of the data."

"Pricing could be improved for preferred customers."

"The product does not update budgeting based on exchange rates which is important for BPM."

"It's very difficult to find people who are well versed in it."

"Customizations are a bit expensive."

"The power of ABAP Development Tools is the main valuable feature in the SAP ECC system. Every couple of years SAP upgrades ABAP technology significantly, which facilitates developers' work."

"Their support should be improved. Instead of giving a general solution, their consultants should first try to understand the problem and then resolve the same. They should properly investigate the issue before providing the solution."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The solution can cost approximately $1 million a year for maintenance for a small-size company and can grow from there. Approximately $1 million is needed for a good-size company."

"There is an annual subscription for the use of SAP ERP."

"I rate SAP ERP's pricing a six or seven out of ten."

"The licensing costs are slightly on the higher side. They need to make it more competitive."

"When we talk about pricing it is expensive. On a scale of one to ten, it would rank a two. There are no additional fees but the user licenses are high."

"We pay annually for the use of this solution."

"There is a one-time license that is needed to use the solution. The support is what is needed to be renewed annually."

"When you have a solution that is stable, reliable, and has a high performance as this solution, the price is going to be expensive. However, when you evaluate the service you are paying for the cost is quite reasonable for this solution."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

16%

Manufacturing Company

15%

Transportation Company

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

15%

Computer Software Company

12%

Retailer

University

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Overview

Infor VISUAL is a powerful enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed specifically for order-driven manufacturers. Infor VISUAL helps you overcome the many complexities of manufacturing, such as rising globalization, increasingly restrictive regulations, extended supply chains, growing customer pressures, and more. With Infor VISUAL, you can focus on boosting operational efficiency and introducing new products and services faster. You'll bring order to your orders, create a more predictable process, and generate greater revenue.

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SAP ERP addresses the core business software requirements of midsize and large organizations in all industries and sectors. SAP ERP includes four individual solutions that support key areas of enterprise resource planning: human capital management, financials, operations, corporate services.

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Sample Customers

Skills Inc, Darmex, Eberhard Manufacturing, Bluegame, ENERTECH fabricaciones, L&H Industrial, Geophysical Survey Systems, Computer Designs, Essen, Graphicast, Instrument Technology, J&E Manufacturing

B&G Manufacturing, Unilever, Life is good Inc., Joy Global Inc., City of Cape Town, Bhopal Municipal, Corporation (BMC), adidas Group, Butcher & Packer Supply Company, Franklin Valve L.P., Evoshield, Prime Meats, a Norsan Group company, EMC Corporation, Varian Medical Systems Inc., FC Bayern Mªnchen AG, AkzoNobel Chemicals B.V., T¾V Rheinland, Pacific Drilling S.A., Fire & Rescue New South Wales, University of Amsterdam, Pa_alon S.A.

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