Shlomi Lavi /
Dec 09, 2022
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - IFS Field Service or Solidworks?
IFS Field Service is more expensive to implement (TCO) than Solidworks, and Solidworks is rated higher (92/100) than IFS Field Service (83/100). IFS Field Service offers users more features (16) than Solidworks (15).
Looking for the right Field Service 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:
IFS Vs. IQMS
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...
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? IFS Field Service or EnterpriseIQ?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Field Service 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 IFS Field Service and EnterpriseIQ.
IFS Field Service price starts at $65 per month , On a scale between 1 to 10 IFS Field Service Management is rated 8, which is higher than the average cost of Field Service software. EnterpriseIQ accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 IFS Field Service Management is rated 8, which is higher than the average cost of Field Service software.
Bottom line: IFS Field Service is more expensive than EnterpriseIQ.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared IFS Field Service Vs. Solidworks based on some of the most important and required Field Service features.
IFS Field Service: this software is considered "feature-rich" with more than 10 important features, here is a partial list: Contact Management, Contract Management, Customer Database, Customer Self Service Portal, Customer Service, Customer Support Tracking, Document Management, Workflow Rules & Management.
EnterpriseIQ: Advanced Shipment Notification, Inventory Management, Order Processing Management, Supply Chain Analytics, Supply Chain Monitoring.
Target customer size
IFS Field Service Management is perfect for mid-sized and large field service organizations. Solidworks has been designed specifically for the manufacturing industry and includes sectors such as Aerospace & Defence, Automotive & Assembly manufacturing, General manufacturing, as well as Medical manufacturing to name a few.