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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Dynamics AX and QAD Cloud ERP based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"Almost all of the features that we use are efficient. Live master planning successfully handles all of our company's requirements.""I am impressed with the tool's vendor collaboration. It is also easy to connect with third-party applications.""Microsoft Dynamics is very stable.""It is stable, suitable for businesses, and covers all business needs.""There's a moderate amount of scalability available.""The installation is extremely simple, and I have had no problems with it.""I like that it's a complete ERP solution from production level to branch level.""The most valuable feature for us is the manufacturing module. It addresses our product costing for tuna canning."

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"It is the most stable solution that I've ever worked with.""The solution serves its purpose and does what we need it to do."

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Cons
"The older version of Microsoft Dynamics AX that we are using is not as scalable as the newer version.""Microsoft Dynamics AX could be improved by having more features available. We are going to 365 now, to use all the modules, because we found that there weren't many new things we were able to develop with AX. There were a lot of things that weren't available, so we are moving and integrating other things. The customization of upgrades should also be faster. We would also like to see more security features.""Microsoft Dynamics AX should include more connectors for third-party integrations. It should also include more features that AI models can govern.""There is also slowness in database backup.""Change management could be better.""This solution could be improved with more expert resources and an easier implementation process.""It is being decommissioned.""The initial setup can be complex at times and has room for improvement."

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"Just implementing an ERP system takes a lot of time.""The product lacks a lot of features and technology."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Go for cloud implementation, if cost is critical."
  • "One client was looking at a $5M SAP proposal and we got AX in just under $2M, and they were very happy with it as they have several sister companies that face $500K SAP upgrades/maintenance seemingly annually."
  • "The pricing is expensive."
  • "It's too expensive for customers to take this on themselves. As partners, we will buy this on behalf of the customers and then charge this value for each project."
  • "It is $180 to $200 per user per month with a minimum of 20 users, which makes selling the product a bit difficult."
  • "I don't know how much this solution costs off the top of my head, but I know that the cloud and SaaS solutions are cheaper."
  • "It has a pay-as-you-go subscription."
  • "The initial investment cost goes up due to the hidden cost."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The general speed of the solution needs improvement.
    Top Answer:The use case includes pretty much everything from finance to warehouse to production.
    Top Answer:It is the most stable solution that I've ever worked with.
    Top Answer:I rate the pricing an eight out of ten on a scale where one is cheap and ten is expensive.
    Top Answer:The product lacks a lot of features and technology. It is really limited. The tool must improve in almost all areas. There are a lot of things that should be improved in the manufacturing and shop… more »
    Ranking
    6th
    out of 68 in ERP
    Views
    6,688
    Comparisons
    5,315
    Reviews
    26
    Average Words per Review
    414
    Rating
    7.5
    25th
    out of 68 in ERP
    Views
    554
    Comparisons
    393
    Reviews
    1
    Average Words per Review
    530
    Rating
    5.0
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    Dynamics AX, Axapta, MS Dynamics AX
    MFG/PRO
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    Overview

    Microsoft Dynamics AX is an enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed to support the business processes of organizations in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, retail, and professional services. The solution offers a comprehensive set of tools and features to support financial management, supply chain management, human resources management, and project management, among others.

    With Dynamics AX, organizations can manage their financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management. It also offers tools for managing the supply chain, including inventory management, purchase order management, and sales order management. Dynamics AX also supports human resources management, including employee self-service, benefits administration, and payroll. Overall, it is a flexible and scalable platform for organizations of all sizes.

    Microsoft Dynamics AX Features

    Microsoft Dynamics AX has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • Financial management: Microsoft Dynamics AX offers tools for managing financial operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
    • Supply chain management: It supports the management of supply chain operations, including inventory management, purchase order management, and sales order management.
    • Human resources management: The human resources management feature includes tools for managing human resources operations, including employee self-service, benefits administration, and payroll.
    • Project management: Microsoft Dynamics AX has tools for managing projects, including project tracking, project billing, and resource management.
    • Manufacturing: The solution supports the management of manufacturing operations, including product configuration, production planning, and quality management.
    • Retail: Microsoft Dynamics AX offers tools for managing retail operations, including point of sale (POS), merchandising, and customer management.
    • Professional services: The solution’s professional services include project management, time and expense tracking, and billing.
    • Reporting and analytics: With Microsoft Dynamics AX, business intelligence and reporting capabilities help organizations gain insight into their operations and make data-driven decisions.


    Microsoft Dynamics AX Benefits

    There are many benefits to implementing Microsoft Dynamics AX. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

    • Comprehensive: Microsoft Dynamics AX integrates with other Microsoft solutions, such as Office 365 and Power Platform, to provide a comprehensive and integrated solution for business management.
    • Streamlined operations: The solution helps organizations streamline and automate their financial, supply chain, and human resources operations, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
    • Customization: Microsoft Dynamics AX is a highly customizable solution that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of a wide range of industries and organizations.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Microsoft Dynamics AX is a solution that stands out when compared to many of its competitors. Some of its major advantages are its UI functionality, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.

    "The most valuable feature I've found is the UI functionality,” says Navnath B., Head IT and CIO at Mutual Automotive Pvt Ltd.

    Another PeerSpot reviewer, Timpa A., IT Manager at an energy/utilities company says he like the solution because "It is flexible and cost-effective."

    Shahzad I., ERP Project Manager & Managing Consultant at Liwa Education, Iranfava, explains, “It's good for retail businesses. It expands a lot and constantly brings on new features. It's got a lot of competitive features.”

    QAD Cloud ERP is an enterprise resource planning solution designed exclusively for global manufacturing. It supports best-in-class, industry-specific business processes and flexible deployment options.

    Sample Customers
    ConQuaestor, D & H Distributing, Sunny Queen, Mesa Associates, Britax Childcare, Ibema, Arafa, Sabo S.p.A.
    Tower International, Kendra Scott
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company34%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Retailer9%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Retailer6%
    Educational Organization6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company23%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Educational Organization9%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business47%
    Midsize Enterprise24%
    Large Enterprise29%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise55%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business39%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise46%
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    Microsoft Dynamics AX is ranked 6th in ERP with 51 reviews while QAD Cloud ERP is ranked 25th in ERP with 2 reviews. Microsoft Dynamics AX is rated 7.6, while QAD Cloud ERP is rated 7.0. The top reviewer of Microsoft Dynamics AX writes "A stable product that offers excellent ROI and reliable technical support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of QAD Cloud ERP writes "The product lacks a lot of features and technology, though it is the most stable solution in the market". Microsoft Dynamics AX is most compared with SAP ERP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle E-Business Suite and Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, whereas QAD Cloud ERP is most compared with IFS Cloud Platform, SAP S/4HANA, SAP ERP, NetSuite ERP and JD Edwards EnterpriseOne.

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