Manufacturing ERP Software Comparison for the Pharmaceutical and Biotech Industries
Below is a comprehensive, independent comparison of the top-rated Manufacturing ERP software systems for the Pharmaceutical and Biotech Industries. Pharmaceutical companies and Biotech manufacturers can use the matrix below to compare ERP to determine which systems best fit their business. Use the Free Demos or Best Pricing tool to receive a free demo or ERP software quote directly from the enterprise resource planning software vendor.
Pharma companies face unique challenges, including stringent regulatory compliance, complex manufacturing processes, and the need for efficient supply chain management. Compare various pharma ERP software solutions tailored to address the distinct requirements of these industries. Analyze key features, benefits, and pricing, selecting an ERP system to optimize your pharmaceutical or biotech operations, ensuring your business stays ahead in these rapidly evolving fields.
19 ERP Systems Found
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Cost Per User$250/mo |
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VersionVersion 10 |
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Version8.7 |
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VersionInfor ERP Feature Pack 6 |
VersionM3 13.4 |
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User Range10 — 10000 |
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User Range10 — 1000 |
User Range5 — 250 |
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User Range20 — 1000+ |
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User Range10 — Unlimited |
User Range5 — 2250 |
User Range15 — Unlimited |
User Range25 — 1000 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$25,000 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$300,000 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$100,000 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$45,000 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$45,000 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$2,400 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$2,000 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$35,000 |
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Minimum Fee to Implement$75,000 |
Minimum Fee to Implement$25,000 |
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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 FeaturesIFS Applications is a single, integrated product supporting the management of 4 core processes: Service and Asset, Manufacturing, Project, and Supply Chain. |
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. |
Unique FeaturesERP offers BatchMaster Manufacturing for make to stock and/or make to order, plus has QMS, FDA Validation templates, graphical record mapping, messaging/email collaboration, 3rd party contract manufacturing management, project based cost accounting |
Unique Features“Datacor ERP has tied all of the information we need into one centralized system. When we move an item in the wireless system, the information is immediately reflected across the platform. Our distribution and manufacturing operations are far more agile because we now know precisely what products we have or need, in what quantities and exactly where they are located.” - Randy Byle | Haviland Enterprises, Inc. |
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 FeaturesDynamic formulation, workflows, snapshot planning & scheduling vs advanced MRP & MPS, optimized batch job creation & dependent job linkages, QA continuous improvement, auto UOM conversions, mobile task execution, graphical lot traceability & recall |
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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. |
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 FeaturesUnique built-in process modeling tool for quick implementations and user setup |
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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 |
Unique FeaturesVAI lowers the total cost of ownership with our unlimited-user license option, which can save customers hundreds of thousands of dollars. It allows organizations to expand locations, add users, deploy multiple sessions, and add RF or Mobile users without paying additional software licensing fees. With VAI, organizations will be assigned an experienced, high-level, domestic support team and direct support from the author, all based within the United States. |
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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. |
LimitationsQAD is not a good fit for small manufacturers with under $25 Million in annual revenue |
LimitationsIFS is not suitable for smaller organizations under $100 Million in annual revenue. |
LimitationsNot suitable for companies smaller than 10 million in revenue. |
LimitationsBatchMaster Manufacturing is uniquely architected for use by formula-based, process manufacturers in the food, chemical, nutraceutical, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and hemp related industries. |
LimitationsThis product is not intended for discrete manufacturing or heavy distribution. |
LimitationsNot suitable for small manufacturers (under $10 Million in revenue). |
LimitationsBusiness Manufacturing application runs with QuickBooks, Sage 100/300, Microsoft Dynamics GP and SAP Business One financials. BatchMaster Manufacturing is uniquely architected for use by formula-based, process manufacturers in the food, chemical, nutraceutical, life sciences, pharmaceutical, and hemp related industries. |
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LimitationsNot ideal for service-based or retail businesses. No “HR” or “Payroll” inside the platform; requires integrating to a third-party payroll system. |
LimitationsDELMIAworks IQMS is not a solution fit for businesses that are not manufacturing environments. |
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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