Top 12 ERP Software Systems for Configure to Order (CTO) Manufacturing

• Unique consumption-based licensing provides flexibility and facilitates collaboration.
• Acumatica is the only ERP vendor offering free online training via Acumatica Open University.
• Acumatica's formal Customer Bill-Of-Rights, a unique commitment in the software industry, ensures fair and ethical treatment of customers and trading partners.

• Curated solutions based on 50 years of deep and broad experience in ERP software
• Purpose-built with and for building materials suppliers and distributors, and metal service centers
   

• Mid-Market Cloud ERP made with Manufacturers for Manufacturers
• Flexible designs surfaces with no/low code configurations
• Simple, intuitive browser-based user interface
• Automation Studio
• Self Service Analytics
• Enterprise Search
• Deployment choice- cloud or premise

• Built specifically for manufacturers, with fully integrated tools for production, scheduling, inventory, and shop floor control.
• CAD2BOM automation.
• Dual scheduling (traditional + DBR)
• Deep industry expertise

• Unified platform combining ERP, EAM (Enterprise Asset Management), and FSM (Field Service Management) in one solution.
• Strong focus on asset-intensive industries (aerospace & defense, energy, utilities, construction, manufacturing, service-based organizations).
• Advanced project management and service management capabilities are built directly into the ERP.
• Deep functionality for manufacturing and supply chain operations, including complex, multi-mode production.
• Lifecycle asset management tools that track equipment from design through decommissioning.
• Embedded AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics for forecasting and maintenance optimization.
• Modular and composable architecture. 

• Real-time shop-floor data collection via mobile/tablet (employees clocking in, tracking job status, posting material use, etc.).
• Inventory control with features like lot and serial tracking, multiple bins/locations, FIFO/LIFO/average/standard cost methods.

• Cloud-first ERP from Microsoft, tightly integrated with the broader Microsoft ecosystem (Office 365, Teams, Power BI, Azure)
• Strong financial management features for small-to-mid-sized businesses
• Seamless CRM-light functionality for sales, customer service, and project management
• Power Platform integration (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) for analytics, app building, and workflow automation
• Customization through low-code/no-code extensions rather than heavy development
• Scalable licensing model, making it affordable to start small and expand

• Built for fabricators, sheet metal shops, and precision machine shops.
• Ideal for for small to mid-sized manufacturers with custom, job shop, MTO, ETO, or hybrid production models.

• Cloud-based ERP solution for back-office operations and financial processes
• Unified business insights to support swift decision-making
• Designed to support innovation and business growth
• Trusted by over 24,000 global customers

• Comprehensive, enterprise-grade cloud ERP covering finance, procurement, project management, risk, and supply chain
• AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics embedded throughout for forecasting, anomaly detection, and predictive insights
• Continuous innovation model with quarterly updates delivered automatically in the cloud
• Native integration with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), database, and middleware tools
• Industry-specific solutions for sectors like financial services, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and public sector
• Native integration with Oracle Supply Chain & Manufacturing (SCM), HCM, and CX Cloud for a unified enterprise suite

• Plex offers the only single-instance, multi-tenant SaaS manufacturing platform operating at scale
• Includes advanced manufacturing execution systems, quality, and supply chain management capabilities.
• No charge for additional users (even for customers, suppliers, or partners)

• Scalability: Proven to handle thousands of users and global operations for Fortune 500 companies.
• Flexible Database Options: Runs on Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, ASE, and later versions on HANA.
• Strong Partner Ecosystem: Large network of consultants, integrators, and support providers.
• Global Compliance Support: Country-specific legal, tax, and payroll updates provided by SAP.

• Next-generation ERP system built on the SAP HANA in-memory database
• Integrated suite covering finance, supply chain, manufacturing, sales, procurement, and more
• Advanced AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics embedded in processes
• Strong industry-specific capabilities across sectors (manufacturing, retail, utilities, healthcare, etc.)
• Flexible deployment options: cloud, on-premise, or hybrid
• Scalable to support global enterprises 

• Tailored for distribution, manufacturing, and retail businesses.
• Strong security in cloud deployment with VAI’s Virtual Private Cloud.
• Industry-aware workflows.

• Acumatica is devoted to the midmarket. It is not a great fit for large enterprises in need of fully global support.

• Not appropriate for process manufacturers

• Not suitable for companies under $10 million in revenue.

• Not well-suited for companies outside the manufacturing industry or for very large global enterprises needing highly complex multi-corporation structures. 

• IFS Cloud is not suitable for smaller organizations with annual revenues under $200 million.

• Not suited for companies over $50 million in revenue.

• May not scale as well for very large enterprises with complex needs.
• May not be ideal for businesses needing specialized vertical features out of the box.

• Not ideal for very small businesses with simple operations or low volumes.

• Not suitable for companies with over $100 million revenue
• No on-premise deployment available

• Not suitable for smaller companies with under $150 million in revenue.

Not ideal for very small manufacturers, job shops, or production operations with minimal complexity.

• Mainstream support ends in 2027 (extended support available to 2030 at extra cost).

• The system is enterprise-level and is not suitable for small businesses or startups.

• Not ideal for companies with revenue under $20 million.