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Head to Head ERP software system comparison for QAD Adaptive vs. SAP Business ByDesign

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2 ERP Systems Found

Qad cloud erp logo
QAD Adaptive
Sap logo
SAP Business ByDesign
Qad cloud erp logo

QAD Adaptive

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SAP Business ByDesign

More System Information
More System Information

Price Range

$25K - $500K

Price Range

$15K - $150K

Cost Per User

$250/mo

Cost Per User

$150/mo

Deployments

Yes Icon Cloud
Yes Icon On-Premise

Deployments

Yes Icon Cloud
No Icon On-Premise

Retention Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

70%

Version

-

Version

Cloud and Mobile Based (Always Current)

Financing Options

Lease, Subscription

Financing Options

Subscription

User Range

10 — 10000

User Range

10 — 500

Minimum Fee to Implement

$25,000

Minimum Fee to Implement

$25,000

Awards

-

Awards

-

Installs

7,000+

Installs

3,000+

Architecture

SOA

Architecture

SOA, Hosted Cloud

System Summary

QAD Adaptive is a cloud-based solution for global manufacturers, combining traditional ERP with a modern interface. It integrates features like Financial and Supply Chain Management, complemented by apps like QAD EQMS. Designed for adaptability and growth, it offers 24/7 support and rapid deployment.

System Summary

SAP Business ByDesign is a cloud-based ERP solution for small to medium-sized enterprises, offering seamless Microsoft Office integration and mobile access. It streamlines operations through modules like Financial and Customer Relationship Management. This user-friendly platform is cost-effective, scalable, and requires minimal IT infrastructure.

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Core Features

  • Yes Icon Multi-Site
  • Yes Icon Multi-National
  • Yes Icon Financial Management
  • Yes Icon Production Management
  • Yes Icon Materials Management (MRP/BOM)
  • Yes Icon Sales Order Management (SOM)
  • Yes Icon Supply Chain Management (SCM)
  • Yes Icon Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Unique Features

  • Adaptive and extensible architecture that supports low-code and no-code extensions.
  • Embedded analytics & dashboards such as role-based KPIs and process-driven analytics.
  • Ideal for global or multi-site manufacturers that require a cloud ERP with strong vertical support.

Unique Features

  • Cloud-based ERP designed primarily for small to mid-sized businesses and subsidiaries of large enterprises
  • Covers core areas including finance, CRM, supply chain, project management, procurement, and HR
  • Preconfigured business processes that reduce implementation time and complexity
  • Strong integration with other SAP products, including SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP SuccessFactors
  • Scalable subscription model that allows businesses to add functionality as they grow
  • Backed by SAP’s ecosystem and long-term support

Limitations

  • QAD is not a good fit for small manufacturers with under $25 million in annual revenue

Limitations

  • Targeted at mid-market organizations; may not be powerful enough for very large, complex enterprises
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