Compare Ivalua and Factory MES - Jan 2023

Shlomi Lavi

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - Ivalua or Factory MES?

Factory MES is more expensive to implement (TCO) than Ivalua, and Ivalua is rated higher (85/100) than Factory MES (80/100). Ivalua offers users more features (4) than Factory MES (2). There is a clear winner in this case and it is Ivalua!

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:

Directworks Vs. Aptean

Directworks: We are a growth-oriented technology company seeking to redefine the way manufacturers engage their suppliers for strategic sourcing activities. Our mission is to help our customers be more profitable by providing solutions that save them time and money. We are building a culture where you can be wildly creative, but must have the self-disciplin...

Aptean: Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Aptean has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, as well as an extensive partner channel. Our customers are located across Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific and North America.

Who is more expensive? Ivalua or Factory MES Software?

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 Ivalua and Factory MES Software.

Ivalua accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 Directworks is rated 8, which is higher than the average cost of Manufacturing software. Factory MES Software accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 Directworks is rated 8, which is higher than the average cost of Manufacturing software.

Bottom line: Ivalua cost is around the same cost of Factory MES Software.

Which software includes more/better features?

We've compared Ivalua Vs. Factory MES based on some of the most important and required Manufacturing features.

Ivalua: Client Collaboration, Sourcing & Procurement, Supplier Management, Transportation Management.

Factory MES Software: Manufacturing, Quality management.

Target customer size

Ivalua is perfect for large manufacturing companies. and Factory MES Software's target customer size include: Small, medium and large size businesses.