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"I haven't used it a lot, but the best thing is that the processes are very detailed.""The solution offers integrations with other software as well. We have integration with Microsoft Office where we can do Word and Excel, etc.""The solution is easy to use.""You can track everything from beginning to end quite easily.""It is strong in integration.""It's enhanced by a subscription billing add-on, to efficiently automate billing and invoicing, particularly due to our substantial customer database.""It is a tried and tested ERP system which if used correctly, is definitely a very good program for managing all aspects of a business from customer sales, and receivables management, to payable management and finance reporting. So, it's super critical for any mid-sized company.""We have gained the capability to control and address various issues within the financial module effectively."

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"I have found the consolidation of the business and group reports very useful. There is plenty of features and the manufacturing and finance aspect of the solution are strong.""ByDesign's best features are its speed, real-time data, and reporting.""The standard system is stable.""I like its modern approach. It is very modern and new technology.""When comparing SAP Business ByDesign to much larger ERP solutions, such as SAP ECC 6.0 or SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business ByDesign is more user-friendly and easier to implement.""The most valuable feature of SAP Business ByDesign is it has a streamlined design.""It has a quick implementation and onboarding of users. It is flexible with reports and powerful.""I like the tool’s customization."

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Cons
"As for room for improvement, they have different modules, project and analytical accounting, but it will be good to have that kind of part in the standard package. To have that additional reporting functionality where you can add an attribute or something, which you can report again. So you can analyze the cost by not just natural accounts but also by a project, without having to go through another module edit on top and then the other module edit on top. The more modules you add, sometimes it doesn't work that well. Additionally, it would be easier to have the solution on the cloud. That's our consideration. We are trying to move all our systems to the cloud, and GP is one of them that we are going to move in the next couple of years. I would rate the solution seven or seven point five out of ten.""The purchase order and processing aspects of the solution should be improved.""There should also be extra redundancy when posting to modules. We use different sets of books such as CashBook and CheckBooks therefore if I select the wrong one the solution allows the transaction to just pass without warning.""With payroll, the payroll that they have offers US or Canadian tax. However, here, our tax payments are different from the US and Canada. It is very difficult to put in our tax tables. We need some customization. It should be readily available for any country to use according to their tax implications. The system should know different types of tax regimes around the world so that it can accommodate. It's a little bit rigid on that.""Many of our customers are migrating to the cloud rather than staying on-premises.""What could be improved is the functionality of Dynamics GP because it requires a lot of development by the programmers and the company in order to integrate into a solution.""The issue we're encountering is that it's primarily designed for independent installations and not initially structured as a cloud-based solution, which has led to challenges with connectivity.""The biggest problem with GP is that it's not cloud based and it doesn't lend itself to subscription licensing. But Microsoft wants everything in the cloud and licensed on a subscription basis.Even tThough GP can be deployed on a cloud server, but basically, it's a Windows based product. It uses the older model and companies purchase the program and pay a 16-18 sixteen- eighteen percent annual renewal fee but Microsoft wants everybody to pay monthly or annual renewal fees on a subscription basis."

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"The payroll module of the solution could improve.""SAP Business ByDesign can improve the flexibility and user-friendliness of the reporting during the implementations. Customizing the reports inside the device requires a lot of knowledge and most of the time a developer level is needed. For example, if you want to have a more specific reporting layout.""There is room for improvement in the reporting capability. To use it properly, you need intensive IT support. You cannot write your own reports.""The database needs to be more customizable.""I would say budget controlling needs improvement. I mention this because it does not have all the functionalities that we need in terms of managing the budget.""ByDesign could be improved by making screen modifications easier.""Scalability is difficult.""SAP Business ByDesign is a very vast product, but it has to be a bit more centralized. All the models need to be more centralized for a better experience."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Its pricing and licensing are high. Of course, we all know that it is Microsoft."
  • "​We evaluated some local products, because of the pricing, but this product has better features and support."
  • "For us, in our local currency, it costs us around 5 million Botswanan Pulas a year. It's quite a lot of money."
  • "The solution's price is steep."
  • "I think the tool is competitively priced and it's more of a one-time investment with a low annual renewal fee."
  • "I would say that the pricing is moderate, not cheap, and not expensive. There are many more expensive ERPs than GP, and there are less expensive as well, so it is moderately priced."
  • "In comparison to other ERP systems, the pricing is not necessarily inexpensive, but it can be considered more cost-effective."
  • "It is an affordable solution."
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  • "The price of the solution could be better. They have to come up with a new strategy."
  • "We have to pay yearly."
  • "Everything is included in the licensing cost of the solution. However, they use a per-user model for additional charges."
  • "The cost starts anywhere between fifty thousand dollars and up depending on the number of licenses."
  • "The price of SAP Business ByDesign is less expensive than SAP S/4HANA. However, the price is on par with other similar competitors, such as Microsoft."
  • "I rate the price of SAP Business ByDesign a seven out of ten."
  • "The tool’s subscription is yearly. There is no flat pricing involved and everything has a range. Pricing depends on the functionality that you would use. You need to also pay for the additional hosting and maintenance costs."
  • "The tool’s pricing is expensive."
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    Top Answer:It's enhanced by a subscription billing add-on, to efficiently automate billing and invoicing, particularly due to our substantial customer database.
    Top Answer:In comparison to other ERP systems, the pricing is not necessarily inexpensive, but it can be considered more cost-effective.
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    Top Answer:The price of SAP Business ByDesign is less expensive than SAP S/4HANA. However, the price is on par with other similar competitors, such as Microsoft.
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    13th
    out of 66 in ERP
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    8.0
    4th
    out of 18 in Cloud ERP
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    Rating
    7.4
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    Also Known As
    Dynamics GP, MS Dynamics GP
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    Overview

    Microsoft Dynamics GP is a complete enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution for small and medium-sized businesses. Dynamics GP helps you gain greater control over your financials, inventory, and operations. It’s easy to implement and use and empowers informed decisions that lead to business success.

    SAP Business ByDesign is a cloud-based business management software that supports everything from finance to CRM – and is available anytime, anywhere, on almost any device. It helps medium-sized businesses seize new opportunities and accelerate growth – and it helps subsidiaries take advantage of head office resources, while keeping their flexibility.
    • Streamline end-to-end processes and maximize efficiency across your organization
    • Gain timely business insights with integrated analytics and reporting powered by SAP HANA
    • Manage your business from anywhere, at any time, with built-in mobile apps
    • Rely on highly secure data centers that are managed, monitored, and maintained by SAP experts
    Sample Customers
    Rural Metro, WASH Multifamily Laundry, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Elcome International LLC, Batteries Plus Corporate Stores, Catalogic Software, Choate Rosemary Hall
    Standard Bank of South Africa, AOK Bundesverband, PT XL Axiata Tbk, Tvoy Dom, Schaidt Innovations GmbH & Co. KG, DeLaval International AB, EMC Corporation, Lenovo, Castle Importing Inc., Unilever, Rifle Paper Co., RAK Ceramics, Rough Country, B&G Manufacturing, Life is good Inc., Joy Global Inc., City of Cape Town
    Top Industries
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    Financial Services Firm22%
    Government22%
    Recruiting/Hr Firm11%
    Computer Software Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company11%
    Real Estate/Law Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Financial Services Firm7%
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    Computer Software Company29%
    Manufacturing Company29%
    Non Tech Company14%
    Engineering Company14%
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    Computer Software Company23%
    University7%
    Real Estate/Law Firm7%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise55%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise52%
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    Microsoft Dynamics GP is ranked 13th in ERP with 21 reviews while SAP Business ByDesign is ranked 4th in Cloud ERP with 13 reviews. Microsoft Dynamics GP is rated 7.8, while SAP Business ByDesign is rated 7.4. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics GP writes "A user-friendly solution for accounting and sales purchase model with all options in one frame". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SAP Business ByDesign writes "Helps with financial accounting, project management, sales and invoicing, and accounting inventory management". Microsoft Dynamics GP is most compared with Microsoft Dynamics AX, Oracle E-Business Suite, SAP ERP, Epicor ERP and SAP S/4HANA, whereas SAP Business ByDesign is most compared with SAP S/4HANA Cloud, SAP S/4HANA, NetSuite ERP, SAP Business One on AWS and Acumatica.

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