Sage 500 ERP Review

Sage 500 ERP  is a SaaS or online service with flexible solutions for on-premise deployment. It is built for the large enterprise with focus on manufacturing and distribution (but it is flexible enough to serve small and medium businesses, too). Expectedly, it has all the functions a multi-location big business needs with scalable features, extensive automation and customization capabilities and integration, strong technical support, and powerful reporting tools. Pricing is based on per-user-per-month model that gives enterprises great flexibility in their operational expenses.

Sage 500 ERP only supports Windows.

Read on to learn about the numerous Sage 500 ERP benefits:

Sage 500 ERP has fully integrated functions including financials, distribution, manufacturing, human resources, CRM, and customization suite. It also features powerful reporting tools and analytics that are highly customizable, plus an enhanced technical support via Sage Business Care subscription.

Reports and Analyticss

Sage 500 includes advanced reporting and analytics for enterprise. It can track key performance indicators as well as publish reports online. Notable features include its drill down functions, real-time insight and the ability to hone in on key performance indicators. Likewise, it can actively monitor both internal and external changes real-time.

General Accounting

You get full core accounting modules with Sage 500.

Payroll & Employees

The software can automate HR and compliance activities, easily process and track payroll and attendance, and manage employee relationships with insight.

Inventory & Services

Sage 500 allows an automated supply chain and warehouse management processes. It also helps you to manage every aspect of distribution cycle from purchasing to sales, and ensure a smooth integration with demand forecasting for maximum inventory control and profits.

Furthermore, Sage 500 supports multi-warehouse configurations and multi-site customers and it is optimized for a wide variety of distributors and manufacturers.

The software also has a comprehensive inventory and web-integrated product catalog, as well as flexible sales and returns processing and automated procurement. It can handle production from raw materials to finished goods, too.

Productivity & Integration

Sage 500 can accommodate industry-specific manufacturing requirements. Its accounting, manufacturing, and distribution modules work seamlessly. Likewise, you can pinpoint areas where you can save time and money, or prevent cost overruns and maximize bottom-line savings. You can also track actual vs. estimated costs, or adjust estimated budget to increase forecast accuracy at any stage of the project.

Moreover, time and expense entry can be deployed through networked clients or secure web browsers. Some other notable features under this module include:

• Check project status and profit points at anytime, anywhere
• Automate key activities to streamline company communications
• Features front-office customer relations capabilities and back-office integration
• Web-based modules allow sales to close more deals by handling requests accurately and effectively

Scalability

The software can adapt to your unique and changing enterprise requirements with easily modified screens and forms without having to modify source codes. Control application customization to all users or any combination of specific user groups is likewise easy. Customization tools provide a foundation for Visual Studio .NET business application development.

Sage 500 ERP Pricing Plans: