SAP is a provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and is a descendant of the Xerox business computing division. After selling built-to-suit solutions for large enterprises since 1971, SAP entered the SME market segment in 2002 with the formation of SAP Business One.
SAP created SBO to be their most affordable ERP. SBO was created with small-to-medium businesses in mind and requires minimal customization. SAP Business One is configured for both cloud and on-premises deployments, with applications to handle all business needs from CRM to manufacturing. SBO is better suited to small manufacturing because it lacks the features required for out-of-the-box use, such as farsighted planning and shop floor control.
SBO has a large community of value-added resellers with locally developed modules to suit complex manufacturing processes, with over 50,000 customers from 190 countries.
Several open-source modules make it possible to customise Odoo to suit a wide range of business needs. For each business function that Odoo manages, there is a separate app for that function. Odoo, which can be used on-premises or in the cloud, is constantly improving its apps. The highlights of Odoo's newly released Manufacturing Module include many features such as Maintenance, Quality, and PLM apps, as well as MPS and MRP Subcontracting features. Some other new features include the Skills Management Module, the Website Form Builder and building blocks, the Point of Sale User Interface (UX), the Data Cleaning App, the Product Videos on E-Commerce, and the Smart Date Picker.
Aspect | Odoo | SAP |
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Company Size and Target Market | Ideal for SMBs | Targets large enterprises |
Cost | Community edition is Free; Enterprise edition is approximately $24/user/month | The full license cost is approximately $110 per user per month |
Customization | Over 44,000+ apps/modules available | Customization often requires professional services costing thousands (300+ integrated apps) |
Flexibility | 30+ main apps with 16,000+ third-party apps | Comprehensive suite with over 400,000 customers |
Implementation Time | 1 to 24 months for typical implementations | 3 months to 10 months for typical implementations |
Implementation Complexity | Suitable for small IT teams | Often requires a dedicated IT team and external consultants |
Industry Solutions | General-purpose, adaptable to various industries | Specific solutions for industries |
User Interface | Modern and user-friendly interface | Complex interface |
Ease of Use | High user satisfaction for ease of use | Learning curve due to complexity |
Community | 20,000+ active community members | Formalized support network with extensive partner ecosystem |
Support | Enterprise support available | Extensive, global support services |
Integration | Easy integration with 16,000+ third-party apps | Extensive integration capabilities, including SAP Cloud Platform |
Scalability | Suited for growing businesses | Handles large-scale operations |
Training | Community-driven training resources available | Over 100 SAP training centers worldwide |
Updates | Regular updates and new releases annually | Major updates typically every 1-2 years |
Total Cost of Ownership | Lower TCO, especially with community edition | Higher TCO due to extensive capabilities and support |
Market Penetration | 12+ million users worldwide | 200+ million users globally |
Implementation Partners | 2600+ official partners | 500+ partner companies |
Cloud Options | Cloud hosting through Odoo Online | Cloud solutions of SAP Cloud Platform |
Licensing | Simple licensing per user | Complex licensing model based on user roles and modules |
Mobile Access | Mobile apps available | Comprehensive mobile solutions |
Analytical Tools | Basic reporting and analytics | Advanced analytics and BI tools like SAP Analytics Cloud |
Data Management | SQL database support | Robust data management with SAP HANA |
Workflow Automation | Workflow automation through various modules | Advanced workflow capabilities |
Compliance | Basic compliance tools | Extensive compliance features |
Security | Standard security features | Advanced security protocols |
Performance | Suitable performance for SMBs | Optimized for large-scale enterprises |
Global Reach | Supports 200+ countries, multiple languages and currencies | Global reach with multi-language and multi-currency support |
Community Contributions | 20,000+ community contributions | Reliance on internal and partner ecosystem |
On-Premise Options | Available for on-premise deployment | Mature and feature-rich on-premise solutions |
Developer Ecosystem | Active developer community with regular contributions | Formalized developer ecosystem with extensive resources |
Customization Costs | More affordable customization | Significant investment for customizations |
Documentation | Extensive online documentation available | Comprehensive documentation |
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