Choosing Your Next ERP: Dynamics 365 vs NetSuite vs SAP S/4 HANA vs Business Central

As SAP ECC and Oracle E-Business Suite approach end-of-life, many organizations are evaluating future-ready ERP platforms. The leading enterprise options are

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (Dynamics 365 F&O)
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (Business Central)
• SAP S/4HANA
• Oracle NetSuite

Each solution has strengths and trade-offs across cost, functionality, scalability, and innovation. This guide offers a neutral, real-world comparison to help CIO sand CFOs make informed decisions.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): A 5-Year View

Disclaimer: These are indicative costs based on a 20-user setup. Costs may vary based on modules, location, and customization. Reference data from Microsoft, SAP, Oracle public pricing, and partner benchmarks.

Understanding ERP Modules –Functional Coverage

Industry Suitability

Implementation & Customization

Innovation & AI Readiness

Real-World ERP Challenges& Lessons

SAP Failures:

• Lidl( Germany): Abandoned SAP project due to rigid master data needs.
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• Haribo: Distribution chaos due to misaligned SAP go-live.
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Oracle Failures:

• Birmingham City Council: Project overrun, loss of reporting visibility.
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• Montclair State University: Legal battle with Oracle over delayed implementation.
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Dynamics Failures:

• Frederick Wildman (USA): Over customization caused instability.
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• Metcash(Australia): Lack of internal alignment delayed rollout.
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Lessons: ERP success lies in process readiness, user buy-in, and phase-wise execution—not just technology. It also depends on choosing the right partner, having a well-defined strategy, flawless execution, and deep domain expertise tailored to your industry.

Summary Recommendations

Why Work with BaffleSol?

We go beyond just ERP implementation. We help businesses craft the right ERP strategy, build clear roadmaps, and ensure change adoption.

• Strategy-first: We align ERP with your operating model
• Industry accelerators: Retail, manufacturing, healthcare, Agri
• Transparent phase-wise execution
• Change management: Training, SOPs, onboarding plans
• Certified on Microsoft Azure, FinOps, Business Central, LS Retail
• Global rollout readiness with multilingual delivery
• Deep domain expertise:
  • Dairy and Agri Commodities
  • Manufacturing
  • Real Estate
  • Bio Fuel/Alternate fuel and Distilleries
  • Retail
  • Healthcare

Want to Simulate ERP ROI or Compare ERP Options ? Reach out at sales@bafflesol.com. We’ll help you model TCO, evaluate fitment, and define your roadmap with clarity and confident

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