Comparison Matrix
The matrix below provides a comparison between different ERP systems based on inclusion of the recommended features and functionalities:
|
Recommended Criteria |
Odoo |
Zoho One |
SAP |
Invent ERP |
|
Affordable pricing |
✔ |
✖ |
✖ |
✔ |
|
Multilingual |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Cross-platform compatibility |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Technical Support |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Business Support |
✖ |
✖ |
✖ |
✔ |
|
Multi channel support |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Integration Capabilities |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔* |
|
Free trial / Saas |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
On-Cloud Deployment |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
On-premises Deployment |
✔ |
✖ |
✖ |
✖ |
|
Online Resources |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Video Tutorials |
✖ |
✖ |
✖ |
✔ |
|
User friendly Interface |
✖ |
✔ |
✖ |
✔ |
|
Scalability |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
No Pricing per employee |
✔ |
✖ |
✔ |
✔ |
|
Does not require customers to request quotation/demo |
✔ |
✔ |
✖ |
✔ |
|
Number of ✔ |
13 |
11 |
10 |
15 |
So why choose Invent ERP?
Based on the matrix above, it is apparent that both Odoo and Invent ERP are top-performing options. However, Invent ERP stands out for several reasons:
● Regional Features
○ It has defined regional features and it is localised to the Middle East region (GCC countries).
● Regulation Specific to the Middle East
○ Invent ERP follows regulation specific to the Middle East, for instance Value Added Tax (VAT) in Bahrain, ensuring that the business remains compliant with regional requirements.
● Built-in Customer Support
○ Invent ERP offers a built-in customer support system operated by SMEs (Subject Matter Experts). This support is not only technical but also addresses business-related queries and issues, making it more comprehensive than other ERP systems.
● E-commerce Capabilities / Data Import Features
○ It also includes e-commerce capabilities and dynamic data import features upon registration.
● Faster Setup
○ The automatic configuration features simplifies the onboarding process, by automatically integrating all the required settings, which leads to a faster setup.
● Built-in Tutorials and E-invoicing
○ Invent ERP includes built-in video tutorials and e-invoicing, allowing for easy invoice settlement through online payment links.
● User Friendly User Interface
○ Its user interface is user-friendly, with a clean layout, minimal input fields, and fewer steps, making it straightforward and less complex, particularly for new users to learn.
Index
1. Value Added Tax (Collins Dictionary, n.d.)
● It is a consumption tax applied to goods and services.
2. Subject Matter Experts (Wikipedia Contributors, 2024b)
● A person with specialised or advanced knowledge in a particular topic or field.
3. E-invoicing (Wikipedia Contributors, 2024a)
● It is a method of electronic billing between a supplier and buyer.
References
1. Collins Dictionary (n.d.). value-added tax. In: Collins Dictionary. [online] Available at: https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/value-added-tax.
2. Wikipedia Contributors (2024a). Electronic invoicing. [online] Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_invoicing.
3. Wikipedia Contributors (2024b). Subject-matter expert. [online] Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subject-matter_expert.