Compare Chempax and IFS Manufacturing - Jul 2022

Shlomi Lavi

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - Chempax or IFS Manufacturing?

IFS Manufacturing is more expensive to implement (TCO) than Chempax, and Chempax is rated higher (82/100) than IFS Manufacturing (75/100). IFS Manufacturing offers users more features (14) than Chempax (10).

Looking for the right Manufacturing 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:

Datacor, Inc Vs. IFS

Datacor, Inc: Datacor is the leading developer of business management software solutions for the Process Manufacturing and Chemical Distribution Industries. Our advancements in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) technology deliver flexible solutions for companies of all sizes. Our products are proven to solve industry ...

IFS: IFS is a public company founded in 1983 that develops, supplies, and implements IFS Applications™, a component-based extended ERP suite built on SOA technology. IFS focuses on agile businesses where any of four core processes are strategic: service & asset management, manufacturing, supply chain and project. The company has over 2,000 customers and...

Who is more expensive? Chempax or IFS Manufacturing?

The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Manufacturing 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 Chempax and IFS Manufacturing.

Chempax price starts at $4,000 per license , On a scale between 1 to 10 Chempax is rated 2, which is much lower than the average cost of Manufacturing software. IFS Manufacturing accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 Chempax is rated 2, which is much lower than the average cost of Manufacturing software.

Bottom line: IFS Manufacturing is more expensive than Chempax.

Which software includes more/better features?

We've compared Chempax Vs. IFS Manufacturing based on some of the most important and required Manufacturing features.

Chempax: CRM Integration, Customizable Reporting, ERP Integration, Inventory Optimization, Multi-Language, Order Entry, Purchasing, Quality Control.

IFS Manufacturing: Inventory Management, Order Processing Management, Sourcing & Procurement, Supply Chain Analytics, Supply Chain Planning.

Target customer size

Chempax is best suited for the Process Manufacturing and Chemical Distribution industry and addresses such sectors as Lubricant & Water Treatment manufacturers, Textile & Industrial Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Mining & Mineral companies as well as Paints and Adhesive manufacturers to name a few. This program is ideal for small- to medium-tier companies.