Quadient Accounts Payable vs. SAP S/4HANA Cloud

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Quadient Accounts Payable
Score 8.6 out of 10
N/A
Beanworks was an accounts payable (AP) automation platform, acquired and now offered by Quadient in 2021, as Quadient Accounts Payable. It uses custom rules to automate and show every step of an organization's AP workflow, and is used to route POs, invoices, and payment approvals to the right team member at the right time.N/A
SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Score 8.4 out of 10
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud is a modular cloud ERP software designed for every business need – powered by AI and analytics. SAP S/4HANA Cloud enables users to run mission-critical operations in real time from anywhere, introduce new business models in an industry, and expand globally. It can be deployed either on premise, in the cloud, or in a hybrid combination for quicker time-to-value.
$0
per month FUE users*
Pricing
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Editions & Modules
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud
Custom Pricing
per month FUE users*
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
YesYes
Entry-level Setup FeeRequiredRequired
Additional Details* FUE = Full user equivalent, which allows flexible customer choice among: 1 Advanced user, 3 Core-users, or 30 self-service users per FUE. Minimum purchase is 35 FUEs.
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Community Pulse
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Top Pros

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Top Cons

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Features
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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Ratings
SAP S/4HANA Cloud
7.7
248 Ratings
7% above category average
Pay calculation00 Ratings7.3208 Ratings
Benefit plan administration00 Ratings7.2211 Ratings
Direct deposit files00 Ratings7.4209 Ratings
Customization
Comparison of Customization features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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Ratings
SAP S/4HANA Cloud
7.2
362 Ratings
1% below category average
API for custom integration00 Ratings7.2347 Ratings
Plug-ins00 Ratings7.2319 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud
8.2
417 Ratings
1% above category average
Single sign-on capability00 Ratings8.5390 Ratings
Role-based user permissions00 Ratings8.0410 Ratings
Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud
7.3
421 Ratings
5% above category average
Dashboards00 Ratings7.1391 Ratings
Standard reports00 Ratings7.6415 Ratings
Custom reports00 Ratings7.2388 Ratings
General Ledger and Configurable Accounting
Comparison of General Ledger and Configurable Accounting features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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Ratings
SAP S/4HANA Cloud
8.3
416 Ratings
8% above category average
Accounts payable00 Ratings8.1414 Ratings
Accounts receivable00 Ratings8.0396 Ratings
Inventory Management
Comparison of Inventory Management features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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Ratings
SAP S/4HANA Cloud
7.9
361 Ratings
1% above category average
Inventory tracking00 Ratings8.1352 Ratings
Automatic reordering00 Ratings7.8307 Ratings
Location management00 Ratings6.9296 Ratings
Order Management
Comparison of Order Management features of Product A and Product B
Quadient Accounts Payable
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SAP S/4HANA Cloud
8.0
377 Ratings
3% above category average
Pricing00 Ratings7.9357 Ratings
Order entry00 Ratings8.5366 Ratings
Credit card processing00 Ratings7.523 Ratings
Cost of goods sold00 Ratings8.1346 Ratings
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User Ratings
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(2 ratings)
8.5
(477 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
8.9
(9 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(1 ratings)
8.1
(370 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.4
(75 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
7.3
(4 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
6.0
(1 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(1 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
6.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Quadient Accounts PayableSAP S/4HANA Cloud
Likelihood to Recommend
Quadient
The one part I would suggest approval in is when updating an invoice. If for example, one employee approved an invoice and then I, the administrator, make a change before the second employee approves an invoice the invoice is resubmitted to the original employee. It would be much easier if the invoice would only go to the secondary/final approver even once a change is made
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SAP
SAP S/4HANA Cloud leverages an in-memory database, allowing for real-time data processing and analytics. This enables organizations to make informed decisions based on up-to-the-minute information S/4HANA Cloud integrates various business modules, including finance, procurement, sales, manufacturing, and supply chain. This integration facilitates seamless data flow across different functional areas
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Pros
Quadient
  • It's easy to access.
  • It's simple to use.
  • It works well with QuickBooks.
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SAP
  • Complete production cycle, right from planning to final product manufacturing.
  • Keeping all documents in one place, with ability to upload important stuff against the particular entries.
  • Maintain trail of any changes made to data, validations at the right places and methodological working of each process
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Cons
Quadient
  • Updating Approval Channels
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SAP
  • The complex integration we have with ERPs make it difficult to move or upgrade to SAP S4 HANA. Reimplementing all integrations and not impact business is a challenge
  • Requires a lot of tedious testing so that no role or function is impacted
  • Very time consuming to implement or upgrade. For large corporations it would take years to slowly migrate to S4HANA
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Likelihood to Renew
Quadient
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SAP
The cost of SAP as an ERP is quite high and the switching costs associated with ERP systems are even higher. That being said moving from one ERP to another only happens once in a great while for large organizations. Those switching costs include retraining, IT hardware requirements, outside consultants and more
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Usability
Quadient
Beanworks takes some time to set up initially, but once it's ready on your computer, it is very easy to use in conjunction with QuickBooks. They have representatives that are readily available or can schedule an appointment to walk you through it if you are ever having issues. Uploading invoices is quick and easy. Approvers can easily make changes to coding before approving.
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SAP
Modern User Interface:
The system features a contemporary and visually appealing interface, promoting a more engaging user experience.
Role-Based Access:
Users access role-specific dashboards and functionalities, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to their responsibilities.
Intuitive Navigation:
Streamlined menus and navigation paths contribute to an intuitive user experience, reducing the learning curve for new users.
Responsive Design:
The platform is designed to be responsive across various devices, allowing users to access information and perform tasks on desktops, tablets, or mobile devices
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Support Rating
Quadient
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SAP
The technical support received by the ITT design teams and OS implementation team has been very useful in ensuring that the SAP ERP is well-tailored to our company's specific needs and operations. This coupled with the training materials, business process maps, and concept demos (sand-box demos) makes adoption easy on end-users.
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Implementation Rating
Quadient
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SAP
Implementation was as expected. We had minor issues with our Z* transactions, but nothing special. Some tables were extended and needed regeneration. Overall satisfactions is good.
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Alternatives Considered
Quadient
I have not used a system like Beanworks before -- this is my first -- but it is a great tool.
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SAP
In our quest for an ERP solution, we evaluated alternatives such as Oracle ERP Cloud and Microsoft Dynamics 365. However, SAP S/4HANA Cloud's reputation for advanced analytics, scalability, and seamless integration with other SAP solutions made it the natural choice for our organization's digital journey.
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Return on Investment
Quadient
  • Organized data
  • Clearer financial statements
  • Bills paid more timely
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SAP
  • Cost Savings and Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO):
  • While the initial implementation costs might be significant, the centralized data management and automation features can lead to cost savings over time. This might be achieved through reduced manual labor, better inventory control, optimized procurement processes, and streamlined operations, resulting in a lower TCO.
  • Better Visibility and Compliance:
  • The system's ability to offer comprehensive data visibility can enhance compliance efforts, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. This can lead to reduced fines or penalties related to non-compliance issues.
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ScreenShots

SAP S/4HANA Cloud Screenshots

Screenshot of the Order to Cash Dashboard - For the management of the order-to-cash process more efficiently across revenue streams and business models - including sales of physical and digital goods, services, subscriptions, projects, and bundles.Screenshot of Sales Management Overview - Helps ensure sales reps meet their goals with an overview of orders and key sales performance metrics, with status tracking for each order in real time for the early detection of potential issues.Screenshot of Purchasing Spend Dashboard - For weighing various aspects of purchasing spend through quick access to clear, complete, and real-time data, with less risk, and without opening different reports and transactions.Screenshot of Operational Supplier Evaluation - Provides a transparent overview of suppliers. Users can approve the most reliable vendors and get the right mix to serve business needs while reducing risk.Screenshot of Inventory Management - Provides visibility to manage supply chains, to mitigate risk, avoid unnecessary costs, maximize efficiency, and fulfill customer orders on time.Screenshot of Inventory Processing - Enables real-time supply chain visibility and provides meaningful metrics, with customizable dashboards and reports that display real-time inventory that track the status of inbound and outbound deliveries.