SAP Business One, a powerful Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, has gained significant popularity among businesses in India and abroad with over 80,000 customers using it. As companies seek efficient management of their operations, finances and inventory, understanding the pricing structure of SAP Business One becomes crucial. In this article, weโll delve into the various aspects of SAP Business One pricing in India.
1. Licensing Costs
SAP Business One license is available as a Perpetual, i.e. One-time payment as well as Subscription, i.e. Annual payments.
- Perpetual License
SAP Business One offers different licensing options based on user roles and functionality as given below.
- Professional License:
- Provides full functionality for users across departments. It is priced at: License Cost: 1,36,620 INR per user in India & 2,700 USD per user in Middle East
- Limited License:
- Offers limited functionality and is suitable for specific roles. There are 3 variants, viz. Limited Finance, Limited Logistics & Limited CRM. License Cost: 70,840 INR per user in India & 1,400 USD per user in Middle East
- Sales / Service Mobile user:
- Offers the SAP Mobile App for iPhone and Android. These are priced at: License Cost: 22,770 INR per user in India & 450 USD in the Middle East Perpetual Licenses attract an Annual Maintenance Charge of between 18 and 22 per cent including the first year.
- Subscription License
- Subscription License is priced at 40% of the Perpetual License price per annum, i.e. a Professional User license will be priced at approximately 1,36,620 * 40% = 54,648 INR per annum.
- Annual Maintenance is NOT separately charged for Subscription Licenses. This is included in the Subscription License pricing.
- VOLUME DISCOUNTS are offered by SAP and these can be between 10 and 40% of the License price depending upon the number of licenses.
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2. Implementation Costs
- Apart from licensing, consider the following factors that contribute to the overall cost:
- Hardware and Infrastructure
- Cloud
- On-Premise
Talk to us to understand the pros and cons of each.
- Data Migration: If youโre migrating from another system, data migration efforts may impact costs.
- Customization and Add-ons: Customizing SAP Business One to align with your business processes may require additional development work. Add-ons for specific functionalities also contribute to costs.
3. Support Costs
SAP Business Oneโs annual maintenance fee covers some but not all your needs. Understand what you need over and above AMC to keep your IT costs within budget.
4. Implementation Partners
Working with a certified SAP Business One implementation partner like Inecom is essential. Our expertise ensures a smooth implementation process. Implementation costs can vary based on the complexity of your requirements.
5. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Consider the long-term TCO, including licensing, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing support. Evaluate the benefits SAP Business One brings to your organization against the investment.
- Conclusion
SAP Business One empowers global businesses with streamlined operations, real-time insights, and scalability. To get an accurate quote, consult a trusted SAP Business One partner like Inecom, with offices in Pune, Mumbai, & UAE, who can assess your specific needs and provide customized pricing.
Remember, investing in SAP Business One is an investment in efficiency, growth, and competitive advantage for your business.
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