S2K Enterprise

Pros: S2K is extremely user friendly and is satisfying our business needs in a comprehensive manner!

Cons: As a user who needs access to actual costs of goods, I wish I had the ability to see our landed cost in the same screen with our price levels for an inventory item.

Pros: We were able to utilize options available in base that were missing from our previous enterprise and if it wasn't available in the base, being able to modify S2K to what we needed was appreciated!

Cons: Some of the options are buried or not easily identified but after more use with the system you can still drill down to what we need.

Pros: Overall the flexibility is what sets the S2K platform apart from the rest. Basically after being in Medical Distribution for almost 30years I know what works and what doesn't. Even if the base package doesn't work the way you need it to the Project managers are able to make the necessary changes to make it happen.

Cons: You can tell S2K has the ability to work with all types of business, but the Con would be that some features really need a lot of modification. Maybe setup different base S2K packages for the different business types, Distribution, Retail, Manurfacturing, etc... Requiring a lot less modification time.

Pros: ability to modify S2K to suit our business model. the base product is a good product but every business is different and the ability to mold S2k is key.

Cons: administrative functions in IBM (system messages) can be difficult at times often requiring intervention from a VAI employee.

Pros: Ease of use. Simple to train on. Learning curve is very short. System is easy to modify to give us exactly what we want.

Cons: We have a repair shop and the repair shop program is not great.

Pros: Ease of keeping all of our data working together in an easy to use interface.

Cons: Any issues have been easy to resolve quickly.

Pros: Information in easy retrieved and accessible.

Cons: Too expensive could be more affordable but we are really getting value for money.

Pros: Ease of use, data in real-time, comprehensive

Cons: Features that are in the making takes too long.

Pros: With S2K Enterprise we were able to consolidate several disconnected systems into one integrated system. This helped streamline our entire business and allowed us to be more efficient and do more with the same team.

Cons: One issue we have had is the learning curve. There is so much the system can do there often is not an easy answer. Those looking for a system that is easy because it is lacking features should probably look for something else.

Pros: This product can be configured to meet your needs. We were able to configure the base system to meet 98% our needs. We were able to customize the system for the last 2%. The project implementation can within budget and time expectations.

Cons: Some of the financial features need to be updated in order to catch up to best of breed standalone solutions.

Pros: S2K is a rock solid ERP, highly customizable but not necessary since everything you will need to follow best practices and fulfill your companies needs are already built in. Additionally, S2K is always evolving and getting better with each version

Cons: I don't have anything I don't like about S2K

Pros: It's very good. I can manage and track all my operations, from inventory management and production planning to customer service and sales analytics, all in one place.

Cons: Solving problems or getting answers to my questions took longer than I would have liked.

Pros: It has very solid functionality in most modules. In my opinion it is strongest in WMS and inventory. It is a very solid performing software and is very reliable.

Cons: The Finance modules are average. However it is worth noting they have improved in later releases than ours.

Pros: A mature product with tons of features. It does not require any integrations since it manages a full range of modules under one system

Cons: Not really cloud software. You need to VPN to their servers which might require you to buy extra equipment. Their software runs on IBM i series which is a very robust platform, but it is not easy to find support for. Some of the screens look outdated.

Pros: Platform is IBM midrange system, not a fan of Windows for mission critical apps. Very versatile and customizable. Licensing is very affordable. Good out of the box functionality. Unlike other large ERP systems, you can get someone on the phone that is able to help, all the way up to the [SENSITIVE CONTENT HIDDEN].

Cons: MRP could use some help, limited ability to do capacity planning. Budgeting is not the best.

Pros: Good basic ERP for a reasonable cost. Based on IBM iSeries, which is a stable platform. Source code is available, making it easy to modify if necessary. Support staff is extremely responsive.

Cons: We are on an old version and most of the Cons have been addressed in the new version.

Pros: I like the dependability of the product. I like that it is ran from a server and not online only.

Cons: The software is hard to use. If you or your employees are not good with computers and programs, this is not the software for you.

Pros: Ability to manage products internally and for use on website Lots of customizations to fit business model.

Cons: Need a third party to help implement Custom development work needed Additional fees on top of software for customizations.

Pros: Flexible, you can customize it to your needs. Based on AS400. very reliable, very stable. designed for huge database and large organizations.

Cons: Very expensive and need a lot of work to customizing it. require deep knowledge of AS400 and system administration. VAI will charge the customer for phone calls.

Pros: The software has a solid base upon which to build upon. All basic software functions are covered, but VAI has the staff and knowledge to help customers tailor the solution to their unique business needs. They have a well rounded staff that can help with new technology and business needs, but they are small enough that you get personalized attention.

Cons: By allowing so much customization, they also make continuing with their latest ugrades more difficult, at least from a dollar perspective. So many of their latest enhancements are built on being at the latest release, and to get there you have to rebuild your customization.

Pros: Product is a full suite and turn key solution to our software needs. VAI is great to deal with as they work very closely in meeting all our needs and responding right away to our support.

Cons: The price but liek anything in life you get what you pay for.