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Infor LN vs Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Customer Service

Sentiment score
9.0
Infor LN support is mixed, with efficient resolution but issues in add-on support, ticket management, and overall quality.
No sentiment score available
 

Room For Improvement

Sentiment score
4.8
Infor LN needs improved UI, simplified reporting, smoother migration, better integration, enhanced HR features, and optimized performance.
No sentiment score available
We have problems with the database, not with Infor - with the Oracle database.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
8.8
Infor LN is highly scalable, effectively supporting multi-company environments and thousands of users, with regular updates enhancing its robustness.
No sentiment score available
 

Setup Cost

No sentiment score available
Infor LN offers competitive pricing based on company size and licenses, with clear costs and no hidden fees.
No sentiment score available
The price is seven on a scale of one to ten, with SAP being more expensive than Infor LN.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.0
Infor LN is stable and dependable, with minimal errors and rare crashes, though configurations and resources may impact performance.
No sentiment score available
 

Valuable Features

Sentiment score
7.4
Infor LN provides user-friendly, scalable solutions with robust manufacturing, planning, and integration features for global multi-industry operations.
No sentiment score available
It includes an ERP system that is end-to-end from ordering to reporting financials.
 

Categories and Ranking

Infor LN
Ranking in ERP
7th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
28
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Busi...
Ranking in ERP
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
Activity Based Costing Software (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the ERP category, the mindshare of Infor LN is 4.7%, up from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is 6.2%, down from 7.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ERP
 

Featured Reviews

Jarod Dwi - PeerSpot reviewer
ERP integration transforms automation and financial reporting with good support
I use the solution for the manufacturing process, finance, supply chains, and quality It integrates with robotic processing and automation, enhancing our process automation. It also integrates with the PLC system using Mitsubishi and with the MIS software. The solution covers all modules,…
StefaanVandesompele - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides end-to-end accounting and finance module at reasonable pricing
365 Business Central integrates with Office 365 to streamline the invoice approval process. This allows businesses to manage and approve invoices efficiently within a unified system. Our organization plans to transition to the Dynamics 365 environment, where various functions will be centralized. We will consolidate everything into one system instead of maintaining multiple databases for each country with local data. Dynamics 365 is fully integrated, which should address many of our challenges when we migrate to this new environment. We look forward to seeing how it performs in practice. The project is progressing well overall, though integrating it with other tools and ensuring Dynamics 365 operates smoothly can be challenging. Dynamics 365 is user-friendly and effective. However, a deeper understanding of its technical capabilities and architecture might be necessary to optimize its use fully. The software landscape is evolving, and achieving the best reporting and functionality with just a click can be complex. A clear vision of what you want to achieve with Dynamics 365 is essential. Proper preparation and configuration are crucial to achieving the desired outcomes. This principle applies not only to Dynamics 365 but to all software packages. Understanding the system's flexibility and adaptability based on your specific business needs is key to its successful implementation. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
18%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Educational Organization
5%
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Infor LN?
Most of them who use Infor LN have add-ons connected to ERP. It's either a supplier exchange, or they've got sales problems that are integrated with it.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infor LN?
The pricing information for Infor LN is not transparent as it involves yearly subscription costs for the cloud version, and price structures vary across different locations.
What needs improvement with Infor LN?
The user interface of Infor LN is not very user-friendly. It has a complicated menu system which makes it difficult for daily users. There's a need for a simpler menu structure. Additionally, it ca...
What do you like most about Microsoft Dynamics NAV?
The platform offers a robust and comprehensive cycle for supply chain and inventory management, with features like minimum and maximum settings, dynamic monitoring of inventory levels, and integrat...
What needs improvement with Microsoft Dynamics NAV?
Implementing localizations when we use the system for multiple countries can be quite complex. There isn't a single solution available for all countries, and managing these localizations can be cha...
 

Also Known As

Infor ERP LN
Dynamics NAV, MS Dynamics NAV
 

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Sample Customers

LTH Castings, Gloucester Engineering, Gorman-Rupp, Computer Designs, Instrument Technology, GWA Group Limited, PRIDE Industries, CAV Aerospace, New Scale Technologies Inc.
Harris Farm Markets, Mister Spex GmbH, Bounce Foods, Eurofin Services SA, Medica Medizintechnik, Associated Gaskets, Onduline, Sitka Surfboard Corporation, World Animal Protection
Find out what your peers are saying about Infor LN vs. Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and other solutions. Updated: October 2024.
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