Infor CloudSuite ERP vs. Sparkrock

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Infor CloudSuite ERP
Score 7.2 out of 10
N/A
Infor CloudSuite ERP is the company's cloud-based ERP suite for medium to large global manufacturers, distributors, and after-sales service providers—delivering flexibility to manage mixed-mode and complex value chains.N/A
Sparkrock
Score 9.0 out of 10
Mid-Size Companies (51-1,000 employees)
Sparkrock’s cloud-enabled solution helps organizations manage their finance and accounting, human resources and payroll, human services case management, and donor and fundraising activities. According to the vendor, key benefits and features include: Finance Management with capabilities to help organizations increase transparency and reduce risk. Workforce Management to help front-line employees deliver services to clients, with tools that help them to be…N/A
Pricing
Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
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Offerings
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Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup fee$50,000 per installation
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Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
Features
Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
5.4
6 Ratings
31% below category average
Sparkrock
9.4
3 Ratings
25% above category average
Pay calculation2.06 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Benefit plan administration1.96 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Direct deposit files6.36 Ratings10.03 Ratings
Customization
Comparison of Customization features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
5.9
24 Ratings
23% below category average
Sparkrock
10.0
2 Ratings
30% above category average
API for custom integration6.022 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Plug-ins5.822 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Security
Comparison of Security features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.8
26 Ratings
5% above category average
Sparkrock
9.5
5 Ratings
13% above category average
Single sign-on capability9.323 Ratings10.04 Ratings
Role-based user permissions8.225 Ratings9.05 Ratings
Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
6.5
31 Ratings
12% below category average
Sparkrock
9.0
4 Ratings
21% above category average
Dashboards6.524 Ratings9.03 Ratings
Standard reports6.929 Ratings9.04 Ratings
Custom reports6.029 Ratings9.03 Ratings
General Ledger and Configurable Accounting
Comparison of General Ledger and Configurable Accounting features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
6.1
29 Ratings
23% below category average
Sparkrock
8.8
5 Ratings
14% above category average
Accounts payable7.526 Ratings10.05 Ratings
Accounts receivable8.926 Ratings9.05 Ratings
Global Financial Support3.116 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Primary and Secondary Ledgers7.015 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Journals and Reconciliations5.218 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Configurable Accounting6.619 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Standardized Processes6.621 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Inventory Management
Comparison of Inventory Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.2
24 Ratings
3% above category average
Sparkrock
9.3
2 Ratings
16% above category average
Inventory tracking8.023 Ratings9.02 Ratings
Automatic reordering7.116 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Location management8.523 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Order Management
Comparison of Order Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.3
25 Ratings
6% above category average
Sparkrock
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Ratings
Pricing7.623 Ratings00 Ratings
Order entry7.924 Ratings00 Ratings
Credit card processing8.511 Ratings00 Ratings
Cost of goods sold8.124 Ratings00 Ratings
Order Orchestration8.513 Ratings00 Ratings
Subledger and Financial Process
Comparison of Subledger and Financial Process features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.1
20 Ratings
8% above category average
Sparkrock
9.6
1 Ratings
25% above category average
Billing Management6.617 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Cash and Asset Management8.918 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Travel & Expense Management8.08 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Budgetary Control & Encumbrance Accounting5.214 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Period Close8.917 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Project Financial Management
Comparison of Project Financial Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.4
6 Ratings
10% above category average
Sparkrock
9.4
1 Ratings
21% above category average
Budgeting and Forecasting7.35 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Project Costing8.45 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Cost Capture9.25 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Capital Project Management8.02 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Customer Contract Compliance9.01 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Project Revenue Recognition9.02 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Project Execution Management
Comparison of Project Execution Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.2
9 Ratings
15% above category average
Sparkrock
-
Ratings
Project Planning and Scheduling7.88 Ratings00 Ratings
Task Insight for Project Managers8.29 Ratings00 Ratings
Project Mobile Functionality7.37 Ratings00 Ratings
Definable Resource Pools7.97 Ratings00 Ratings
Grants Management
Comparison of Grants Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
7.9
7 Ratings
7% above category average
Sparkrock
9.3
1 Ratings
23% above category average
Award Lifecycle Management7.34 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Procurement
Comparison of Procurement features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.1
15 Ratings
15% above category average
Sparkrock
9.6
1 Ratings
31% above category average
Bids Analyzed and Compared6.49 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Contract Authoring6.38 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Contract Repository6.38 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Requisitions-to-Purchase Orders Integrated7.613 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Supplier Management7.513 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Risk Management
Comparison of Risk Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
6.6
9 Ratings
0% below category average
Sparkrock
-
Ratings
Risk Repository7.57 Ratings00 Ratings
Control Management5.39 Ratings00 Ratings
Control Efficiency Assessments5.18 Ratings00 Ratings
Issue Detection3.58 Ratings00 Ratings
Remediation and Certification5.18 Ratings00 Ratings
Logistics
Comparison of Logistics features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
7.1
14 Ratings
3% above category average
Sparkrock
-
Ratings
Transportation Planning and Optimization5.411 Ratings00 Ratings
Transportation Execution Management5.410 Ratings00 Ratings
Trade and Customs Management5.59 Ratings00 Ratings
Fulfillment Management5.411 Ratings00 Ratings
Warehouse Workforce Management5.49 Ratings00 Ratings
Manufacturing
Comparison of Manufacturing features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
7.5
18 Ratings
1% above category average
Sparkrock
-
Ratings
Production Process Design6.516 Ratings00 Ratings
Production Management6.417 Ratings00 Ratings
Configuration Management7.217 Ratings00 Ratings
Work Execution6.513 Ratings00 Ratings
Manufacturing Costs6.817 Ratings00 Ratings
Supply Chain
Comparison of Supply Chain features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
8.3
18 Ratings
15% above category average
Sparkrock
9.3
1 Ratings
26% above category average
Forecasting7.512 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Inventory Planning8.518 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Performance Monitoring8.114 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Product Lifecycle Management
Comparison of Product Lifecycle Management features of Product A and Product B
Infor CloudSuite ERP
7.9
12 Ratings
9% above category average
Sparkrock
-
Ratings
Proposal Management7.110 Ratings00 Ratings
Product Master Data Management7.012 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
Likelihood to Recommend
7.2
(36 ratings)
9.0
(9 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.6
(7 ratings)
9.1
(1 ratings)
Usability
7.2
(21 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
5.0
(7 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Infor CloudSuite ERPSparkrock
Likelihood to Recommend
Infor
We have had great success with inventory management and production planning/execution. Also, data and system integrity have been key to our overall solution satisfaction. We struggle when it comes to reporting and analytics. The base product leaves room for improvement as much of the core reporting is not easily configurable and lacks the ability to scale forcing us to build a reporting model outside the solution
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Sparkrock
For all companies that want to improve the performance of their employees and increase productivity, this software helps all daily business tasks to be executed on time efficiently and smoothly. A very useful program that's why we don't stop using it.
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Pros
Infor
  • Very stable product. Some of its weaknesses are also its strengths. The lack of web services seems to actually increase stability.
  • No software vendor in this space is perfect. Lawson does perform as advertised.
  • Again, a weakness of this (limited functionality) is a hidden strength as well. In software there is a complexity/feature tradeoff. Where Lawson lacks in features, it does give you a more simple setup for your organization.
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Sparkrock
  • Data collection - the system is robust and we can tailor it to collect the information we need.
  • Easily configurable - the system is easy to configure to meet our specific business needs.
  • Reporting and data extraction - the system allows for easy access to information that helps inform business decisions.
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Cons
Infor
  • Trying to locate forms that you haven't used before is not very user friendly
  • overall view and navigation is very old style and could use an update
  • Reports are built in and not very customizable, could also use an easy report reference guide.
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Sparkrock
  • Many of the improvements are being met with each upgrade. Altus Dynamics has an idea portal that customers can add ideas to and vote on other customer ideas. This means that most issues that come up are resolved with each new upgrade.
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Likelihood to Renew
Infor
Other than the inherent pain of a new implementation, it's a great platform and Infor is a great partner to work with. Every system has problems, our are no worse than any other platform. Maybe even a little better, nothing to make us want to change platforms any time in the near future
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Sparkrock
We are already scheduled for our upgrade to NAV 2016 beginning in May 2016.
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Usability
Infor
Industry fit: Infor M3 is designed for specific industries, such as manufacturing, distribution, and food and beverage. If your organization operates in one of these industries, Infor M3 may be a good fit.Functionality: Consider the specific features and functionality that your organization requires from an ERP system, such as financial management, supply chain management, manufacturing, and sales and marketing. Review Infor M3's capabilities in these areas to determine if it meets your needs.
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Sparkrock
Complete workflow management to keep up to date and orderly the daily activities of employees. Allows for seamless cash flow, invoicing, general ledger, payroll, and inventory.
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Support Rating
Infor
The overall support of Inform M3 is simply the best! There isn't a single flaw that I can detect or think of about this software! I can't possibly express the greatness of the availability and all of the possibilities achieved. The ease of use and a lot of functionalities such as flexibility [allows in] configuration to add new functionalities fast.
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Sparkrock
Complete tracking of employee performance, hours worked, attendance and absences, vacations, and overtime.
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Alternatives Considered
Infor
One of the products I have used is an Oracle accounting product. I feel that Infor stands up well when comparing to the Oracle product especially for the accounting functions. In comparing it to Microsoft Dynamics I feel that Infor is easier to use in some accounting tasks. The one thing the Dynamics has going for it is the ease of use with other Microsoft Products.
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Sparkrock
  • Real-time data that is available at our fingertips
  • Flexibility of the system to address changing needs over time
  • Elimination of the huge administrative burdens that we were experiencing as a result of the previous system due to lack of integration
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Return on Investment
Infor
  • we have a much better inventory tracking therefore able to meet the requirements coming fmor o2c
  • order handling is smoother since we have almost visual control over it
  • the different GAAPs can be included - like US. and locals (great for statutory reporting)
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Sparkrock
  • As a technician it's hard for me to say what effect the ROI has had on our organization, however our finance team seems satisfied on it. We look forward to deploying the staff dashboards for better financial tracking throughout our whole organization.
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ScreenShots

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