Penny vs Fusion at a glance
Penny Software and Oracle Fusion are both leading برامج التوريد with comparable features and advantages.
However, the following table highlights why Penny Software may be the preferred choice over Oracle Fusion, providing a comprehensive overview from a strategic perspective
| السمات |
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| المشتريات كخدمة | متضمن | غير متاح |
| الذكاء الاصطناعي | تعزيز قدرات الذكاء الاصطناعي بشكل مستمر | أقل تركيزًا على ابتكار الذكاء الاصطناعي |
| سهولة الاستخدام | منحنى التعلم المنخفض لواجهة المستخدم/تجربة المستخدم البديهية | الواجهة المعقدة تبطئ تبني المستخدم |
| التعديل و التخصيص |
قابل للتخصيص |
محدودة قابلة للتخصيص |
| كفاءة التكلفة | أكثر اقتصادا في كل جانب من جوانب التكلفة | Higher subscription & implementation costs |
| الإطار الزمني للتنفيذ | في المتوسط 1 - 3 أشهر | في المتوسط 6 - 12 شهرًا |
| دعم العملاء | شخصية، سريعة، مخصصة | غير شخصي، بطيء، عام |
| قابلية التوسع | نموذجي، مرن، سحابي | صعبة، صعبة، مكلفة للتوسع |
| نهج صديق للموردين | قنوات متعددة لتقديم العروض | Higher subscription & implementation costs |
| قاعدة الشركة | شركة سعودية | في المتوسط 6 - 12 شهرًا |
In contrast to Oracle Fusion, Penny Software goes beyond providing just a platform for automating procurement. It offers Procurement as a Service — a B2B marketplace where users can leverage on-demand sourcing facilitated by a team of procurement specialists, who handle sourcing on behalf of users to deliver competitive offers. To top it, this value-added service is included in the Penny Software platform subscription at no additional cost.
Penny Software stands out as an industry trailblazer, continuously innovating its products to set new standards. In 2024, Penny Software unveiled revolutionary AI-driven features, empowering users with contextual insights and personalized recommendations. These enhancements automate mundane tasks, leading to increased efficiency across the board.
The user-friendly and intuitive UI/UX of Penny Software provides an easy-to-use experience, with a lower learning curve. On the other hand, Oracle Fusion’s interface can be more complex and requires more time for users to get used to.
Penny Software’s streamlined deployment process makes it quicker to implement compared to Oracle Fusion, as it doesn’t require extensive training, consultation, and professional services. This efficiency leads to a faster time-to-value for users, with an average ROI achieved within three months of deployment.
Unlike Oracle which requires suppliers to register on the Oracle Fusion Cloud Supplier Portal to participate in bids, Penny Software doesn’t impose portal logins on invited suppliers. Instead, it sends digital RFQs/RFPs directly to their email inboxes, enabling them to effortlessly submit offers. This flexibility makes Penny Software more accessible and convenient for suppliers.
Admin users can fully customize the Penny Software interface and functionalities to suit their needs, enhancing accessibility to frequently used features and information. Oracle Fusion, while customizable to some extent, does not offer the same level of flexibility in terms of customization and often requires a longer customization time.
Oracle Fusion’s pricing model typically includes ongoing training, support, consultation costs, and, in some cases, fees based on transaction volume and the supplier count. Conversely, Penny Software offers a more transparent pricing structure, billing solely based on the number of modules and users, without additional cost elements.
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Scalability is limited in Oracle Fusion compared to Penny Software, primarily because legacy systems can be rigid and challenging to scale. In contrast, Penny Software offers greater scalability through its modularity, flexible architecture, and cloud-native design, making it adaptable to the changing needs and growth of businesses of all sizes.
Oracle‘s customer support is often criticized for its slow and impersonal nature, lacking the personalized assistance and rapid issue resolution that Penny Software provides. Penny Software‘s support stands out with dedicated teams for each customer, ensuring quick resolution.
As an OEM in KSA, Penny Software has a unique edge over foreign entities like Oracle. Being a Saudi company, it deeply understands local market dynamics, regulations, and business practices, enabling it to tailor its software to the specific needs of companies in the Kingdom. This local expertise also allows Penny Software to offer faster and more personalized support to its customers including in-person support when needed.
