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Infor CloudSuite vs PTC Windchill comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Infor CloudSuite
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
CRM (20th), ERP (14th), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) (3rd), Local Government CRM (5th), Product Configuration and Quoting (4th), Warehouse Management (3rd), Cloud HCM (10th), Financial Close Software (4th)
PTC Windchill
Average Rating
5.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Architecture Management (21st), Engineering Process (2nd), PLM Tools (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

Infor CloudSuite and PTC Windchill aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Infor CloudSuite is designed for ERP and holds a mindshare of 1.3%, up 1.2% compared to last year.
PTC Windchill, on the other hand, focuses on Enterprise Architecture Management, holds 0.6% mindshare, down 0.9% since last year.
ERP
Enterprise Architecture Management
 

Featured Reviews

S Solomon Kumar - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 31, 2023
Advanced forecasting and analysis capabilities
In terms of improvements, we can add new features that customers are demanding, such as service and quality improvements. For instance, we could have a model to predict the expected quality, which can be imported and developed as a new feature. We can improve quality features, and there is room for enhancement. Additionally, we can also improve service-related features by adding new functionalities. Each department has its workflow. But there is a hierarchy for pricing, and managers should be approached in such cases. So, there can be a more stabilized way of having a single point of contact to approach at any time. It is already there, but some more enhancements would be good. Regarding integration, specific third-party tools are not accepted, for example, on the old version of IBM or Oracle. Some more workloads need to be done to integrate those tools, and we can have some enhancements on integration. ION is a very good tool, and we use web services already. The old system of using RESTful APIs has been eradicated, and the super approval trial is good. So, this tool is a refined way of working with services where it integrates any third-party tool. But, some of the older versions may need additional adjustments to integrate properly.
JY
Aug 28, 2023
Pricy and tough to integrate with some solutions, though it provided essential support for workflows
I use the solution for product data management The solution provided essential support for workflow and decision-making. I like how the product integrates with other technical solutions. Source control and application management can be integrated into Windchill. Also, since the product is based…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It is a complete wave management system to increase processing efficiency."
"It is a very scalable solution."
"Workflow management and collaboration tools enhance operations and facilitate seamless interaction among departments."
"It is a scalable solution."
"Infor's environment—ION and Infor OS—is better than SAP's. The load time is shorter and Infor performs much better than SAP."
"From a product perspective, it's more lenient and suitable for using features in finance, such as reconciling our payments, accounts payable, accounts receivable, etc."
"The solution is particularly effective for ERP. The automation of emails is a valuable feature for me. The solution is stable. The solution is scalable. Infor CloudSuite Industrial is better for its development aspect. It allows us to customize and implement changes more efficiently. The initial setup was straightforward. I recommend the solution."
"The customization capabilities of CloudSuite Industrial are also there."
"I like how the product integrates with other technical solutions."
 

Cons

"Planning needs to be improved. That is, industry-specific planning details need to be added and refined."
"They could include marketing automation for the product."
"It takes time to properly learn what the product can do."
"For the quality department, there is a module called quality, and I feel it has to be a little bit simplified."
"Currently, there are some challenges with handling large reports, possibly due to setup limits or issues with the solution."
"There should be better clarity and agreement on all interfaces and requirements before signing a contract. This would avoid unexpected costs and complications later on."
"The solution's support service could be better."
"There is room for improvement in the pricing. For us, it's the pricing aspect. Since we're South African, it's difficult when it's a dollar-based product."
"Some parts of the system are exclusive, so we can't work with them."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The platform's pricing depends on the specific number of users."
"I feel it is not very cheap, very economical but also not very expensive."
"For on-premise installations, the licensing is yearly."
"The pricing is not built on a standard model."
"The product is expensive. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."
"As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for five years, but it was a one-time opportunity."
"I'm working for a German company, but I'm located in Portugal. In the German market, Infor's price isn't an issue for clients, but Infor is losing market share every year to SAP in Portugal. Portuguese clients find SAP more affordable. Infor needs to work on this."
"It is a cost-effective solution."
"I rate PTC Windchill's pricing a seven out of ten since it is pricey."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Educational Organization
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Healthcare Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
26%
Computer Software Company
15%
Healthcare Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
Some valuable features include improved transparency in sales processes, which has been vital for our operations.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
As for pricing, I secured a favorable deal at around $80,000 yearly for 5 years, but it was a one-time opportunity.
What needs improvement with Infor CloudSuite Industrial?
While there are many advantages to using Infor CloudSuite Industrial, there are some drawbacks that could be addressed. Specifically, I believe there should be better clarity and agreement on all i...
What do you like most about PTC Windchill?
I like how the product integrates with other technical solutions.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for PTC Windchill?
I rate PTC Windchill's pricing a seven out of ten since it is pricey. The costs are fixed, and there are no additional costs.
What needs improvement with PTC Windchill?
Some parts of the system are exclusive, so we can't work with them. There are many programs, but ones from other companies' systems are hard to maintain. Though they are from the same neutral forma...
 

Also Known As

SyteLine
Windchill, Atego Artisan Studio, Integrity Modeler
 

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Sample Customers

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Bose, Valliant Group
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