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IFS Cloud Platform vs Infor CloudSuite comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
5.5
Users reported improved operations and financial reporting with IFS Cloud, seeing up to 4.5x ROI over 18 months.
Sentiment score
5.2
Companies postponed a $7M plant expansion due to improved productivity and customer satisfaction, rating it 8 out of 10.
Our team has started working 30 to 50 percent faster, along with a cost saving of around 30 percent and a reduction in downtime by 30 percent.
Cloud Operations Engineer
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.5
Australian support is strong with expert consultants, but timeliness and service consistency vary, impacting resolution times and communication.
Sentiment score
5.4
Infor CloudSuite's support is decent but faces global issues, especially with complex customizations and regional needs, prompting improvement.
Technical support from Infor is rated an eight out of ten.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
Here in Portugal, there's no direct support from Infor.
Executive Director at Onsearch
On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate customer service or technical support for Infor CloudSuite at about a seven.
Sr ERP Support Analyst at a university with 201-500 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
IFS Cloud Platform is scalable for businesses of all sizes, though some face complexity in updates and dependency management.
Sentiment score
6.9
Infor CloudSuite supports growth with adaptability, strong integration, regular updates, and high user satisfaction, despite some scalability challenges.
IFS Cloud Platform has standard functionalities that follow the standard supply chain management processes, and it is easy to customize or configure.
Consultant at Arcwide
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.0
IFS Cloud Platform is praised for stability and reliability, with rare downtime, and depends on client maintenance and setup.
Sentiment score
6.8
Infor CloudSuite is highly stable with 99.99% uptime, though dependent on internet connectivity and client customization quality.
Now, with the drastic developments especially in the cloud applications known as Arena on IFS Cloud Platform, it has improved tremendously.
Consultant at Arcwide
Infor CloudSuite is very stable, provided there is a good internet connection.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
 

Room For Improvement

IFS Cloud Platform requires usability, integration, and support improvements, along with enhanced customization, AI, and simplified user experience.
Infor CloudSuite requires improved documentation, IoT integration, user interface, and better pricing and customization resources for global markets.
It would be useful if the platform could identify bottlenecks, predict capacity management issues, and recommend specific actions to users before operations are impacted.
Cloud Operations Engineer
There is not much available online, and the documentation availability is on the lower side compared to other products, especially Maximo.
Senior Director at a consultancy with 1,001-5,000 employees
They are working on IFS AI, but we have not explored much into that yet, and if they want to keep their competitive edge, that is an area they need to concentrate on.
Consultant at Arcwide
Implementing Birst isn't plug-and-play; it requires a team of technical resources to execute.
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
In Germany, there aren't enough IT specialists for customization and software development, causing projects to take too long.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
In Europe, it's difficult to find people who already know Infor, which was a problem during implementation.
Executive Director at Onsearch
 

Setup Cost

IFS Cloud Platform offers competitive pricing, best for large enterprises, with scalable value similar to SAP and Oracle.
Infor CloudSuite pricing varies, seen as costly or cost-effective, with potential discounts impacting overall expense based on usage.
Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
Key Account Manager at Cronon GmbH
 

Valuable Features

IFS Cloud Platform offers customizable pricing, robust integration, intuitive interface, and excels in enterprise management with adaptable features.
Infor CloudSuite enhances efficiency with robust features, user-friendly interface, and scalable architecture, benefiting diverse manufacturing operations.
IFS Cloud Platform has impacted my organization by allowing our team to spend less time reconciling data and more time executing business operations.
Cloud Operations Engineer
The integration of IoT with IFS Cloud Platform is performing well, enabling us to integrate with predominantly any third party through the standard inbuilt connectors that are readily available.
Consultant at Arcwide
There are fewer fields on the user screen compared to other products.
Senior Director at a consultancy with 1,001-5,000 employees
We handle approximately 500 to 600 orders per day, and the product is excellent for extracting and implementing solutions to check various parameters like client credit status.
Executive Director at Onsearch
Infor CloudSuite has a smart, advanced planning and scheduling system that takes into account both types of demand, processes those demands, and comes up with supply suggestions.
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
I have utilized the industry-specific functionalities of Infor CloudSuite, which have given me a better understanding of how the ERP system can work in regards to my sectors.
Sr ERP Support Analyst at a university with 201-500 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

IFS Cloud Platform
Ranking in CRM
33rd
Ranking in ERP
20th
Ranking in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
3rd
Ranking in Local Government CRM
13th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
32
Ranking in other categories
Customer Experience Management (9th), Field Service Management (2nd), Help Desk Software (21st), Activity Based Costing Software (10th), IT Asset Management (13th), IT Service Management (ITSM) (18th), License Management (2nd)
Infor CloudSuite
Ranking in CRM
17th
Ranking in ERP
11th
Ranking in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
2nd
Ranking in Local Government CRM
3rd
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
Product Configuration and Quoting (6th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (8th), Financial Close Software (8th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the ERP category, the mindshare of IFS Cloud Platform is 2.4%, down from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infor CloudSuite is 2.6%, up from 1.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Infor CloudSuite2.6%
IFS Cloud Platform2.4%
Other95.0%
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2268153 - PeerSpot reviewer
Cloud Operations Engineer
Integrated planning has improved production scheduling and now reduces downtime and costs
The biggest friction point I have run into with IFS Cloud Platform is user adoption, which has been the biggest challenge, as different users in the organization need to get accustomed to the new processes after years of using spreadsheets and legacy systems, requiring training and a mindset shift, along with challenging data migration and process standardization. My advice to someone considering IFS Cloud Platform with a similar workflow is to spend sufficient time understanding and standardizing their business processes before implementing it, as the technology is very powerful, but the real value comes when processes, data, and teams are all aligned. I would rate my overall experience with IFS Cloud Platform as a 9 out of 10.
AA
Project Manager, Program at SPTLabtech
Integrated planning has improved document automation but reporting and user experience still need work
There are areas where Infor CloudSuite can improve. I have touched on the pros and key strengths of Infor CloudSuite, but end-user feedback indicates that there are several areas where the user experience can improve. For instance, when it comes to reporting, it comes with a very limited number of reports, and the standard reports are clunky, requiring a technical resource or developer to enhance or make them presentable. Another area is user experience; it takes several clicks to get to the information, and the user interface isn't that intuitive. Compared to other solutions, such as top-tier options such as Oracle or SAP, this stands out as an area needing improvement. When it comes to integration, Infor CloudSuite does offer a great deal of flexibility. It comes with APIs, so you can integrate with any third-party systems you may use. On that front, it's sufficient; however, it does require some specialized resources, as it's not a layman's job, and developers need to help with the integration. This is generally the case for any ERP. The user interface could indeed be better, and there is a steep learning curve for users; it takes time for them to get accustomed to Infor CloudSuite's interface and forms. However, once users adapt, it becomes easier and smoother to navigate. There are great features associated with Infor CloudSuite, such as DataViews and Birst as a business intelligence tool, which can be integrated with the basic product. Implementing Birst isn't plug-and-play; it requires a team of technical resources to execute. Additionally, there is a feature that allows integration with Excel, which can be installed by your IT team.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
13%
Construction Company
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Construction Company
11%
Healthcare Company
7%
University
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business16
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise10
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business9
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise4
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IFS Applications?
The product is reasonably priced. The costs are justified by the value provided, considering the comprehensive features and minimal need for customization. I rate the pricing a seven out of ten.
What needs improvement with IFS Applications?
When it comes to AI, I feel that is the area where we expect something more from IFS Cloud Platform. They are working on IFS AI, but we have not explored much into that yet, and if they want to kee...
What is your primary use case for IFS Applications?
Currently, I am working with Arcwide, which is a service industry that predominantly focuses on IFS consulting, including IFS implementations, rollouts, upgrades, and support services.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite CRM?
Infor CloudSuite is cheaper than SAP and the license is on a yearly basis.
What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite CRM?
There are areas where Infor CloudSuite can improve. I have touched on the pros and key strengths of Infor CloudSuite, but end-user feedback indicates that there are several areas where the user exp...
What is your primary use case for Infor CloudSuite CRM?
I can highlight a couple of other scenarios regarding my main use case or how I've implemented Infor CloudSuite. One is Infor Document Management, which I've seen in the past with other ERP systems...
 

Also Known As

IFS Applications, Assyst, IFS Cloud
SyteLine
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

China Airlines, Electrolux Group, Babcock, Cimcorp, Sky, Multiplex, Veolia. 
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