Compare 3rdWave and Simple SC - Jun 2022

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - 3rdWave or Simple SC?

3rdWave is more expensive to implement (TCO) than Simple SC, and 3rdWave is rated higher (85/100) than Simple SC (62/100). 3rdWave offers users more features (8) than Simple SC (3).

Looking for the right Procurement solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:

3rdwave Vs. IQMS

3rdwave: An exceptional global trade management platform for Importers, Exporters, Logistics Teams, and Trade Compliance professionals.

IQMS: IQMS is a people company. Focused on quality, relationships and results, IQMS makes an on-going commitment to its manufacturing ERP software and customers so they can experience greater operational efficiency, leaner production and higher profits. Structured on accountability, IQMS’ combined manufacturing software, MES software and ERP software wil...

Who is more expensive? 3rdWave or Simple Supply Chain Management?

The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Procurement software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for 3rdWave and Simple Supply Chain Management.

3rdWave price starts at $1,995 per month , On a scale between 1 to 10 3rdWave is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of Procurement software. Simple Supply Chain Management accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 3rdWave is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of Procurement software.

Bottom line: 3rdWave cost is around the same cost of Simple Supply Chain Management.

Which software includes more/better features?

We've compared 3rdWave Vs. Simple SC based on some of the most important and required Procurement features.

3rdWave: Inventory Management, Order Processing Management, Transportation Management, Logistics, Order Fulfillment, Scheduling, Contract Management, Purchasing.

Simple Supply Chain Management: Data Import/Export, Basic Reports, Online Customer Support.

Target customer size

3rdWave's typical customers include: Small, medium and large size businesses, and Simple Supply Chain Management's target customer size include: Start up, Small business, Medium business, Large business.