Manufacturing ERP Software Comparison for the Automotive Industry
Below is a comprehensive, independent comparison of the Top Rated Manufacturing ERP software systems for the Automotive industry. Automotive manufacturers can use the matrix below to compare ERP to determine which systems best fit their business. Use the Free Demos tool, or Best Pricing tool to receive a free demo or ERP software quote directly from the vendor.
As the automotive marketplace grows and changes, automotive manufacturers must be prepared to innovate and compete at a new level. Automotive ERP solutions are one of the foremost methods that today’s automakers use to streamline and automate their key business functions and increase their ability to tackle these challenges head-on.
Automotive ERP software gives automakers a single unified platform that they can use to consolidate critical functions such as supply chain management, automation, quality assurance, and make-buy analysis. Current automotive industry software also often includes cloud-based ERP architecture and multi-platform integration, creating more flexible and affordable IT solutions for auto manufacturing.
Learn how other automotive manufacturers have improved their efficiency, compliance, and profitability using these top-rated ERP software systems for their industry. Below are the top ERP implementation case studies for the automotive industry: Federal Mogul Motorparts
For an expert perspective on ERP for Auto Manufacturers, follow our recent blog posts and industry spotlights on the ERP Selection for Automotive Manufacturers and Trends for the Automotive Industry.
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Minimum Fee to Implement$300,000 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$2,400 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$40,000 |
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Unique FeaturesIFS Applications is a single, integrated product supporting the management of 4 core processes: Service and Asset, Manufacturing, Project, and Supply Chain. |
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Unique FeaturesAs a suite of cloud-based applications, NetSuite brings together all the systems that businesses need to grow, scale and adapt to change. |
Unique FeaturesQAD Adaptive ERP combines manufacturing ERP software and supply chain capabilities with a modern platform and user experience, delivered in the cloud, to help manufacturers better identify and address change in their industry. |
Unique FeaturesDesigned for mid-market make-to-stock, make-to-order, batch process, and project-centric manufacturers. Acumatica is the only ERP vendor offering free online training via Acumatica Open University. |
Unique FeaturesCetec ERP is a single, unified business platform that delivers “tier 1” enterprise-level feature breadth at extraordinarily lower costs than traditional systems, owing to a long history combined with completely modernized cloud/SaaS technology. Their approach is direct, friendly, and transparent: they own the technology (i.e. no “bolt-ons”), and offer the software directly with no markup (i.e. not through incompetent third-party VARs), and offer close, attentive in-house support. |
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Unique FeaturesDELMIAworks IQMS also offers a broad choice of deployment options that will allow you to pick the solution that is best for your business: on-premise or hosted Cloud ERP deployment via hosted managed services or SaaS. Providing three deployment options gives you the flexibility to choose the best solution for your company and your budget. |
Unique FeaturesEOXS is far beyond just an ERP solution. EOXS also allows steel and metal manufacturers to build a customer-forward website without code to showcase products and take payments online. EOXS also offers top-knowledge consultancy services for the entire steel industry. |
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Unique FeaturesHeadquarters in The Woodlands, Texas, includes a state-of-the-art R&D facility and Global Shop Solutions training center. Through its offices in the U.S., Mexico, Indonesia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, the company supports thousands of manufacturing facilities in over 25 countries and nearly 30 industries. |
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Unique FeaturesUnique built-in process modeling tool for quick implementations and user setup |
Unique FeaturesJobBOSS² manufacturing management software platform is designed to empower small and medium-sized businesses with the tools they need to thrive. JobBOSS2 gives shop owners even more control over how they scale their businesses, grow revenue, and maximize profitability.
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Unique FeaturesDesigned for mid-size and large manufacturers |
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Unique FeaturesThis is Oracle's newest Cloud ERP System |
Unique FeaturesSage X3 helps your business thrive and stay competitive by providing users with the information they need to serve their customers better, take back control over the quality, and eliminate inefficiencies across the organization. It streamlines your core processes – from manufacturing to distribution and financial management to business services – while adapting to your industries best practices. |
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Unique FeaturesSYSPRO is a software company that supplies Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions to manufacturing and distribution companies. SYSPRO’s strength lies in its specialist experience and industry-built approach to technology, which can be deployed as on-premise solutions, cloud SaaS or hybrid, and accessed anywhere, anytime from mobile devices. Key features of the SYSPRO solution include its depth of functionality in Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM), Inventory Optimization & Management, Distribution and Procurement, self-service portals and supply chain extensibility, customization tailoring, and low-code extensibility tools. SYSPRO also supports out-of-the-box integrations, connectors, and business process automation, and customers have the ability to integrate technologies such as AI, ML, and IoT into their ERP system and extend the solution and connect to other systems. By choosing SYSPRO, customers gain access to a team of global industry experts who help them drive maximum value from their business systems and solutions. SYSPRO empowers customers to secure a digital future and enables digital transformation, supporting data & analysis-driven decision-making with integrated solutions to enable visibility and engagement. SYSPRO leads manufacturers and distributors through significant growth. The business also strongly commits to channel partner success and focuses on ensuring a highly successful solution implementation and customer experience. SYSPRO gives customers the confidence to say yes – to the next idea, the next opportunity, the next possibility, and to achieve more. |
LimitationsIFS is not suitable for smaller organizations under $100 Million in annual revenue. |
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LimitationsQAD is not a good fit for small manufacturers with under $25 Million in annual revenue |
LimitationsNot suitable for small manufacturers (under $10 Million in revenue). |
LimitationsNot ideal for service-based or retail businesses. No “HR” or “Payroll” inside the platform; requires integrating to a third-party payroll system. |
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LimitationsDELMIAworks IQMS is not a solution fit for businesses that are not manufacturing environments. |
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LimitationsGlobal Shop Solutions primarily focuses on the needs of discrete manufacturers which may differ from the needs of process manufacturers. |
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LimitationsThe Infor LN solution does not target process manufacturing companies with recipe and blending operations. The solution typically does not target financial or professional services firms such as banks, healthcare, and other service providers. |
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LimitationsNot for smaller companies with under $50 Million in Revenue |
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