Comparing ERP Packages: Quickbooks Enterprise

Quickbooks Enterprise is an integrated on-premise and cloud-based software that is designed to work smarter and more efficiently. Typically competes with AccountRight Premier.

The Pros: What QuickBooks Enterprise does well

• Offers a cloud-based option to take to the field
• Offers an Income Tracker to give users an end-to-end view of all income transactions in one place
• Works well with Excel
• Company snapshot is a customisable user-friendly dashboard
• Offers over 138 standard reports to get insight into business performance
• Collections centre helps identify overdue invoices
• Inventory subassemblies can be built automatically without the need to enter individually
• Easy to use with an intuitive interface
• A three-tier subscription option
• Path to upgrade from the entry-level QuickBooks platform
• Google AdWords integration
• Good reporting

The Cons: Where QuickBooks Enterprise could do better

• Lacks functionality for larger businesses (maximum 30 users)
• Limited training and customer support available
• Not compatible with many ‘big box’ software programs
• Remote access is limited
• Limited global capabilities
• No revenue recognition management
• Standard chart of accounts
• Standard reports
• Licenses are purchased in multiples of 5

QuickBooks Enterprise is suited to:

• Small to medium-sized businesses in a range of industries including manufacturing, wholesaling, retail and not for profit

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