Infor LX vs SAP Business ByDesign comparison

The compared Infor and SAP solutions aren't in the same category. Infor is ranked #18 in ERP , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 1.3% mindshare in the category. SAP is ranked #6 in CE , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 3.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Infor users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of SAP users who would recommend it.

Infor LX

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100% willing to recommend

SAP Business ByDesign

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730 Comparison Views

92% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Infor LX

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

5.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

ERP (18th)

SAP Business ByDesign

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

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Cloud ERP (6th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Enterprise Resource Planning solutions, they serve different purposes. Infor LX is designed for ERP and holds a mindshare of 1.3%, down 1.5% compared to last year.
SAP Business ByDesign, on the other hand, focuses on Cloud ERP, holds 3.8% mindshare, down 8.0% since last year.

ERP Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Infor LX	1.3%
SAP ERP	8.6%
SAP S/4HANA	5.8%
Other	84.3%

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Cloud ERP Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SAP Business ByDesign	3.8%
Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP	18.7%
NetSuite ERP	18.5%
Other	59.0%

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Featured Reviews

reviewer2149446

IT Director at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

Consistent optimization of production and efficient procurement processes improve operational effectiveness

I am working as an IT Director at Istituto De Angeli, which is a company of Fareva. FAREVA is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, makeup, and home and industrial care products. I have worked with the traceability and audit features in Infor LX, including the electronic signature module, which is essential in the pharmaceutical industry. The electronic signature is a key component of compliance for our ERP. This is crucial for periodic inspections we receive from authorities, including European authorities, Italian AIFA, USA FDA and other Pharma Agencies and Ministry world wide. On a scale of 1-10, I rate Infor LX a 9.

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Manoj Sahoo

Divisional Manager IT at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Valuable features enhance sales and service capabilities while performance improvements are needed

We received a few complaints about the slowness in SAP Business ByDesign last year, so I think SAP can focus on improving performance, particularly when it becomes slow during data saving and handling. My feedback about the modular architecture and customized features of SAP Business ByDesign is that it is only good, but we have not explored much on this one. The initial setup for SAP Business ByDesign was complex. One disadvantage was that we had the legacy system, SAP Business One, and we could not migrate our data to SAP Business ByDesign. They should have provided a migration path.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I've been using it since December 2009, and it has been absolutely stable till now."

"Infor LX's most valuable feature is that it's very interactive."

"This solution has brought structure and shape to our day-to-day operations."

"The most important feature of Infor LX for me is the use of models for accounting, which create effects in different layers simultaneously."

"The most valuable features are the exit points that enable integration with external software."

"One of the things I love about Infor LX is that everything is integrated."

"One of the major advantages of Infor LX is the stability of the program."

"Mainly for manufacturing and processing, everything is excellent."

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"I have found the consolidation of the business and group reports very useful, there are plenty of features, and the manufacturing and finance aspect of the solution are strong."

"I like its modern approach. It is very modern and new technology."

"ByDesign's best features are its speed, real-time data, and reporting."

"It could be used for any financial use case; production companies can use it, wholesale distributors can use it, and any professional services company can use it."

"When we were using it, we did see an immediate benefit, especially in the inventory on consignment issue. We were a biotech pre-revenue company and most of our manufacturing was outsourced. So being able to track inventory within the system without creating a financial impact was very key for us."

"SAP Business ByDesign is connected to our S/4 HANA system, and we have developed some APIs which help us integrate the system with S/4 HANA."

"I like the tool’s customization."

"The most valuable feature of SAP Business ByDesign is it has a streamlined design."

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Cons

"Infor needs more APIs, as in the current version, APIs are not fully developed. The development of APIs must be enhanced, especially for AS400."

"Infor's support side is not that good, and they seem to be focusing on other products above LX."

"It lacks in finance and administration, especially related to Italian accounting."

"The connectors, performance, and knowledgebase availability can be improved."

"The interface needs enhancement, as I am still using outdated screens. I would benefit from a more integrated interface."

"The user interface of Infor LX needs significant enhancement to be more user-friendly."

"It's based on AS/400 or Power i, a robust technology and platform. However, it is harder to manage admin most of the time."

"Infor has now stopped and drastically reduced investing in this product."

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"The Purchase to Pay process could benefit from further sophistication and additional functionality. It would be helpful for the user community to receive clearer information about the future roadmap of the business. Unfortunately, there were some confusing articles in the German press towards the end of last year about the future of SAP Business ByDesign. Therefore, more clarity is needed in the support function to address this."

"Scalability is difficult."

"The solution does not support customization for forms and reports. It's not flexible in case you need some enhancements in business processes."

"The database needs to be more customizable."

"Scalability can be an issue. That is why SAP Business ByDesign needs to be more customizable and more flexible."

"SAP Business ByDesign is a very vast product, but it has to be a bit more centralized. All the models need to be more centralized for a better experience."

"SAP Business ByDesign can improve the flexibility and user-friendliness of the reporting during the implementations. Customizing the reports inside the device requires a lot of knowledge and most of the time a developer level is needed. For example, if you want to have a more specific reporting layout."

"ByDesign could be improved by making screen modifications easier."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing is variable due to different deals and discounts, typically starting at around $2000 US dollars for one license."

"Infor LX is not cheap but much cheaper compared to SAP HANA."

"Our last maintenance fee was around $15,000 a year for 33 current users."

"I rate the price of SAP Business ByDesign a seven out of ten."

"The cost starts anywhere between fifty thousand dollars and up depending on the number of licenses."

"The pricing depends on company size. It's cheaper for small companies and more expensive for large ones."

"We have to pay yearly."

"The tool’s pricing is expensive."

"The tool’s subscription is yearly. There is no flat pricing involved and everything has a range. Pricing depends on the functionality that you would use. You need to also pay for the additional hosting and maintenance costs."

"Everything is included in the licensing cost of the solution. However, they use a per-user model for additional charges."

"The price of SAP Business ByDesign is less expensive than SAP S/4HANA. However, the price is on par with other similar competitors, such as Microsoft."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

11%

Healthcare Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	5

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Infor LX?

For Infor LX itself, the gap for improvement is to add some AI functionality to the product in the future.

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What is your primary use case for Infor LX?

Infor LX is primarily used for manufacturing. The use case involved transitioning from a previous Wipro project, moving from Pfizer to GSK, with the entire migration occurring within Infor LX. For ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor LX?

Regarding pricing for Infor LX, on a scale where one is a high price and ten is a low price, I would rate it accordingly.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP Business ByDesign?

The price is high, as every year SAP increases the price by 3.5%.

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What needs improvement with SAP Business ByDesign?

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What is your primary use case for SAP Business ByDesign?

Our use case for SAP Business ByDesign is our dealer team accessing their system to perform sales and service; these two functionalities are done through SAP Business ByDesign. SAP Business ByDesig...

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Also Known As

Infor ERP LX, ERP LX

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Overview

Infor LX enhances enterprise-level processes with advanced production and resource planning capabilities, supporting manufacturing and financial management seamlessly.

Infor LX offers robust integration capabilities and automation, allowing for efficient manufacturing and resource management. Its interactive platform ensures seamless connectivity in accounting and finance, while users benefit from its adaptability to diverse requirements. Its ability to manage manufacturing, distribution, and transactions with ease makes it a versatile choice across multiple industries.

What are the key features of Infor LX?

Production Planning: Improves scheduling and resource allocation.
Process Automation: Reduces manual efforts with automated workflows.
ERP Integration: Ensures smooth operations across external systems.
Resource Management: Enhances inventory and material handling.
Financial Management: Integrates accounting and operational processes.

What benefits should users expect?

Efficiency Improvement: Streamlines operations for better productivity.
Flexibility: Adapts to changing business requirements.
Integration Support: Facilitates synergy across departments and applications.
Standardized Processes: Enhances performance consistency.

Infor LX is implemented across industries with a focus on manufacturing, supply chain, and finance operations. It excels in production planning, procurement, and quality control, adapting to remote access needs through Web Talk, and remains competitive in environments transitioning from AS/400 to a cloud-based infrastructure.

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SAP Business ByDesign offers real-time integration and a streamlined design with comprehensive management of suppliers and service agents, making it ideal for financial reporting and project management.

SAP Business ByDesign is recognized for its comprehensive capabilities in financial and project management across sectors. With its Financial Closing Cockpit and real-time reporting, it integrates easily with SAP S/4HANA and offers a user-friendly approach to business process management. Challenges may exist in budget management, reporting, and user interface requiring further enhancements. Despite integration challenges, it streamlines operations in education, automotive manufacturing, and professional services.

What features are most important in SAP Business ByDesign?

Financial Closing Cockpit: Streamlines closing processes with automation.
Real-Time Integration: Ensures seamless data flow between systems.
End-to-End Process Capabilities: Supports comprehensive management activities.
Analytics and Dashboards: Provides actionable insights to drive decisions.
Customizable Interface: Allows businesses to tailor functionalities.

What benefits or ROI can users expect to find in reviews?

Streamlined Operations: Enhances efficiency without increasing user count.
Improved Real-Time Reporting: Delivers accurate and timely insights.
Comprehensive Management: Ensures effective handling of suppliers and services.
Reduced Time to Implementation: Facilitates quicker deployment.
Enhanced Performance: Boosts data-driven decision-making and accuracy.

SAP Business ByDesign is leveraged by education, automotive, and professional service industries for enhanced financial reporting and inventory management. It supports sales, service, and CRM functionalities, catering to companies looking to streamline their operations efficiently.

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