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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Catalyst, by EBM Software

    Score7.8 out of 10
    N/ACatalyst from EBM Software in Minneapolis is a cloud-based business performance application suite, designed to provide an environment and workflow for understanding business profitability.N/A

    Zeni

    Score1 out of 10
    N/AZeni is an AI-powered finance team for startups from Zeni, Inc in Palo Alto, boasting capabilities like intelligent bookkeeping, accounting, and CFO services.

    $547

    per month

    Pricing
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    Starter
    $549
    per month
    Growth
    $799
    per month
    Enterprise
    $0
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsFlexible and tiered pricing structures available - monthly, 1-3-5- contracts, and moreAn Enterprise level plan is also available. Pricing for this plan is available on request. A discount is available for annual billing.
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    Features
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Payroll Management
    Comparison of Payroll Management features of Catalyst, by EBM Software and Zeni
    Feature
    Catalyst, by EBM Software
    -
    Ratings
    Zeni
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    153% below category average
    Pay calculation00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Direct deposit files00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Customization
    Comparison of Customization features of Catalyst, by EBM Software and Zeni
    Feature
    Catalyst, by EBM Software
    -
    Ratings
    Zeni
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    153% below category average
    API for custom integration00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Security
    Comparison of Security features of Catalyst, by EBM Software and Zeni
    Feature
    Catalyst, by EBM Software
    -
    Ratings
    Zeni
    1.0
    2 Ratings
    156% below category average
    Single sign-on capability00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Role-based user permissions00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Reporting & Analytics
    Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Catalyst, by EBM Software and Zeni
    Feature
    Catalyst, by EBM Software
    -
    Ratings
    Zeni
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    24% above category average
    Dashboards00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Standard reports00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    General Ledger and Configurable Accounting
    Comparison of General Ledger and Configurable Accounting features of Catalyst, by EBM Software and Zeni
    Feature
    Catalyst, by EBM Software
    -
    Ratings
    Zeni
    3.0
    2 Ratings
    87% below category average
    Accounts payable00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Accounts receivable00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Cash management00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Bank reconciliation00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Expense management00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Multi-currency support00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Regulations compliance00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Electronic tax filing00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Self-service portal00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Global Financial Support00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Primary and Secondary Ledgers00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Intercompany Accounting00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Localizations00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Journals and Reconciliations00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Enterprise Accounting00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Configurable Accounting00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Centralized Rules Framework00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Standardized Processes00 Ratings1.02 Ratings
    Best Alternatives
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Small Businesses
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    QuickBooks Self-Employed (discontinued)
    Score4.2 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    No answers on this topic
    MYOB
    Score8.3 out of 10
    Enterprises
    No answers on this topic
    Microsoft Dynamics GP
    Score5.4 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.9
    (2 ratings)
    1.0
    (2 ratings)
    Usability
    8.8
    (2 ratings)
    1.0
    (2 ratings)
    Support Rating
    7.8
    (2 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Catalyst, by EBM SoftwareZeni
    Likelihood to Recommend
    EBM Software
    [Catalyst, by EBM Software] is well suited to track invoices from vendors to get them paid on time to avoid late fees. [Catalyst, by EBM Software] is less appropriate when paying vendor because that is not a function they currently have. If the system was an all in one system that could track and pay your invoices it would be an amazing software.
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    Zeni is well suited for any organization that needs accounting work. They have been great for us since we are in the SaaS space and they adjusted our accounts to reflect SaaS needs and metrics. So far I think Zeni would be a fit for any size of company. I think it would be great to start out with Zeni so that you have them in place as you grow.
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    Pros
    EBM Software
    • The GUI is easy to navigate on the iPad mini, which we use for charting.
    • The options are simple so there is very little room for mistakes.
    • Charting is easy and the setup allows for necessary fields that must be completed so charting stays uniform.
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    No answers on this topic
    Cons
    EBM Software
    • The browser closes unexpectedly at times when refreshing the page and you get logged out
    • The incorrect vendor is chosen by Catalyst a few times
    • The Catalyst file is occasionally not placed on time in the folder
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    No answers on this topic
    Usability
    EBM Software
    Well.... when it works... it's good. When it doesn't it is very frustrating for our staff.
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    All I know was I am a victim of ACH through the Zeni system. My business will take years to recover from this fraud.
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    Support Rating
    EBM Software
    The support for Catalyst is great and they are usually within the 48 hour response time. There could be a little quicker upload time for invoices that are submitted. They usually show up until the next day on the system and sometimes gives us a stress on time. Overall, the support is quite good
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    The Zeni team has always been quick to respond and get on a call if needed.
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    Alternatives Considered
    EBM Software
    [Catalyst, by EBM Software] is a very easy system to use and is very user friendly. It gives you different ways of researching an invoice and not just one. Catalyst also helps to allow us to research an invoice within seconds and eliminates a lengthy and confusing process. It is a great software for first time users to learn quickly and efficiently.
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    We used Bench.co before switching to Zeni- our books were often not available when promised, we had issues with duplicate transactions, and we had serious communication issues when trying to file our taxes. Zeni corrected our books and got our taxes filed quickly and seamlessly.
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    Return on Investment
    EBM Software
    • Catalyst is better than pencil and paper data analysis. But the app can be very frustrating when it's not working the way it did last week.
    • The GUI is very simple. Sometimes too simple, like there is no way to go back in and edit SOAP note options.
    • New feature roll-outs are mandatory. I understand that no one would opt in to being the guinea pig, but it would be nice if you weren't the first user to try it.
    • The integration with billing software has streamlined the billing notes and saved us money over having two separate systems.
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    Zeni, Inc (zeni.ai)
    • I believe Zeni was taking my money without permission
    • Zeni did not verify the company to be legitimate. They let a gmail address with no website qualify. All they needed to do was look up the real company and verify this is fraudulent.
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