Comparison between Odoo and SAP: It doesn't matter whether a cat is black or white, as long as it catches mice
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Which one to choose?
The choice of an ERP in a company is a very important choice to make.
It is sure that given the costs incurred in the implementation of a new business management software it is better to choose the software that best suits your company and is the best for your company.
The questions to ask yourself
The questions to ask before choosing between Odoo and SAP:
- Which features the company needs
- Will the software be able to evolve with the company's growth?
- What are the implementation costs and what are the annual costs
- What are the deadlines for the software to be operational
- For who?
Overall, Odoo and ERP software cover all the needs of companies.
SAP is particularly suitable for large companies, but also offers a simpler version for medium-sized companies.
Odoo is aimed at all types of companies: small, medium or large.
This difference is due to the fact that Odoo is a modular and flexible software that can be adapted to all companies. They work with the principle of applications that are activated or not depending on the needs.
Odoo has a trantaine of basic applications, but in the Odoo apps store, there are thousands of applications (free or paid) that can be easily installed.
- The price
Odoo has the advantage of being an economical software compared to software with equivalent functionalities.
According to Odoo.com, the annual cost of using Odoo for 50 users is USD 75,000 and USD 282,625 with SAP business one.
- The implementation of the software
Odoo is modular and easy to configure. It can therefore be installed quickly in a company and then it can evolve according to its needs.
SAP also allows the software to evolve according to the growing needs of the company but it will take longer to configure and implement in the company.
| For who? |
Overall, Odoo and ERP software cover all the needs of companies. SAP is particularly suitable for large companies, but also offers a simpler version for medium-sized companies. Odoo is aimed at all types of companies: small, medium or large. This difference is due to the fact that Odoo is a modular and flexible software that can be adapted to all companies. They work with the principle of applications that are activated or not depending on the needs. Odoo has a trantaine of basic applications, but in the Odoo apps store, there are thousands of applications (free or paid) that can be easily installed. |
| The price |
Odoo has the advantage of being an economical software compared to software with equivalent functionalities. According to Odoo.com, the annual cost of using Odoo for 50 users is USD 75,000 and USD 282,625 with SAP business one. |
| The implementation of the software |
Odoo is modular and easy to configure. It can therefore be installed quickly in a company and then it can evolve according to its needs. SAP also allows the software to evolve according to the growing needs of the company but it will take longer to configure and implement in the company. |
"Black cat or white cat, if it can catch mice, it's a good cat." (a quote from late leader Deng Xiaoping in the 1960s). In other words, no matter whether it's planned economy or market economy, an economy is only a means of allocating resources – it has nothing to do with the political system. It suggests that evidence‐based practice (EBP) is a key to unlocking the potential for work development.
Generally cats catch mice at night. In darkness the chances of rat noticing a white rat is quite high and can escape, but it cannot mostly detect a black cat. So the chances of black cat catching mice is very high.
So it does matter whether the cat is black or white.
In hindu philosophy we often hear: Do your duty rightly , right results will come on its own . The right means Will justify the ends . If you sow the right mango seed you are destined to get only mango !
Aligning and growing with Odoo is a choice for SME. Meanwhile, SAP is a good choice for mature, established businesses who can't wait for a bigger boost. Choosing Odoo or SAP is just like a decision between white cat versus black cat.
Does the solution solve the problem for which it was developed? That is what matters. A solution that meets certain definitional qualifications, but fails to solve the problem is meaningless.
Summary
Both software have their advantages and disadvantages, Odoo with its low cost and flexibility for the advantages but which unlike SAP is a younger software.
And SAP with its notoriety, its experience for the benefits but which will be more expensive and longer to implement.
TIGOs ERP experts can help you choose between SAP or Odoo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Odoo replace SAP?
You can implement this ERP quickly. Meanwhile, SAP is oriented toward huge multinational corporations, whose business processes in different offices may vary significantly. SAP can handle the most complicated requirements of large enterprises, and in this sense, Odoo cannot replace it yet.
Is SAP better than Odoo?
SAP is particularly suitable for large companies, but also offers a simpler version for medium-sized companies. Odoo is aimed at all types of companies: small, medium or large. This difference is due to the fact that Odoo is a modular and flexible software that can be adapted to all companies.
Why is Odoo famous?
Odoo – one-stop solution for all areas of a business. Odoo has more than 26,000 applications in its app store and covers all business needs from one place without having to search for information on different sites and losing traceability.
Is Odoo good for small business?
In one review of the best open source POS software for small businesses, Odoo came in first with a score of 3.91 out of 5, based on our evaluation of 23 data points including pricing, checkout and management features, ease of use, and our test of the software.
Which top industries are moving towards Odoo?
Let's now understand what all industries are moving towards Odoo. Industries that are moving towards Odoo. - Auto dealers of cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks, buses, and equipment manufacturers. - Energy from natural resources, solar panels, and almost all renewable energy-based businesses.
Is it hard to learn Odoo?
Odoo is the world's easiest all-in-one management software.
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