DELMIAWorks Reviews

“There are better ERPs

Pros

There are options in security to have selective visibility across the ERP. There is some drill down capabilities, which is better than DOS based systems. There is documentation built into the platform to some extent. The system does have an approval system using at least two options: must approve and notify, which is nice - but standard.

Cons

The specific items we asked about were told are a thing within this ERP, and it was quickly learned that a lot of those aren't possible. The team that helped with implimentation had stated that common accounting practices weren't possible in the system with one example being moving a fixed asset from one EPlant to another, which turned out to be incorrect information from the implimentation team. The training the company received was either so low or non-existant that morale in the [full] ERP conversion significantly dropped by the time we went live. The GL account view is subpar in comparison to other reports I've seen throughout my use of both DOS based and UI based ERP systems and could use massive improvements to the drill down capability within this area. It is possible to drill down to the Journal Entry that affected a specific GL account, but cannot drill into an invoice entry or FA module transaction. Creating a Journal Entry is pretty standard, and it is nice to not duplicate an entry for it to reverse in a following period. Trial Balance reports show the information that I would need to complete my yearly tasks, although there is no drill down capability within the report I use as it was expressed to us that there was. The Accounts Payable reports seem like they have been skimped out on and feel like an incomplete list of what AP would utilize in their daily activity. A cost source must be assigned to the purchase order before receiving in for the purchase order to be appropriately linked into a fixed asset and the invoice data to show in the history tab. The depreciation schedule options aren't as verbose as other asset management systems and is lacking several options for the various use cases of other methods to reflect accurate information. The asset database isn't linked directly into the work centers, which can be frustrating with communications between the production floor and finance. When inquired on making suggestions on improvements to development from customers, the message I received in the answer is "there's no rhyme or reason suggestions and features would get updated/implimented, and it's unlikely it would be done unless multiple companies would want the same thing". This kind of answer discourages ideas to improve upon this system that is coming from the end user. There have been several generated ideas that are commonplace in finance that was met with "that will not happen" in relation to developing additional depreciation methods. Customer support has been subpar as well. When a question is asked, it seems like they give a generalized answer that can be found in the system's built in guide, but does not expand on this further to help resolve an issue or answer a question. The User Interface seems a bit archaic as well with a file type selection at the top and visual icons to select from. There is also a concern on how slow the system will become as time progresses and more data is added to the ERP. It's already showing signs of slowing down and we are around the six month mark of being live on this ERP. The document manager is also an unnecessarily convoluted process for what it does. For all of the information I've gathered from experiences from various different people and the price tag of this ERP - I would not recommend this ERP to anyone and would suggest a leading competitor in place of this one.

“Good mes tool but need lot of development to be complete

Pros

I appreciate the tool's versatility: it allows for extensive development and customization to meet various business needs.

Cons

The starting point lacks standard functionality requiring significant effort from the development team. Configuration automation is inadequate relying heavily on manual input.

“Outstanding Manufacturing Software - DELMIAworks

Pros

DELMIAworks is an outstanding manufacturing software that offers users a wide range of features and options. Its user friendly interface is well designed making it easy to navigate and understand. Furthermore it provides excellent customization capabilities allowing users to tailor the software according to their specific requirements.

Cons

While DELMIAworks is an excellent software it does have drawbacks. It can be expensive and the customer service can be lacking at times leading to frustration.

“Great disappointment

Pros

I had expected the software to have drilldown capabilities.

Cons

Operating the software is very cumbersome. Tasks that should require one action end up taking 3 or 4 often necessitating the closure of one window to open another.

“Blown Extrusion Film Manufacturer

Pros

New users find it easy to use and they can effortlessly switch between different modules within the software.

Cons

The lack of an experienced implementation and support team is noticeable. The software was not originally designed for blown extrusion but has been somewhat adapted.

“Delmiaworks is great for real-time production monitoring

Pros

Our company benefits from real time production monitoring inventory management and sales order generation.

Cons

In the current version the accounting side was a challenging process to develop in order to synchronize the perpetual GL balance with the GL without a massive entry. Although we've received great support over the past few years this still requires daily management. We hope the new version with IACJ will reduce the labor intensity and allow us to streamline daily transactions.

“Delmiaworks Review

Pros

I find the software's flow and usability very intuitive and user friendly.

Cons

The Accounting Bank Reconciliation is the worst!

“IQMS USER

Pros

This software is incredibly easy to use. We switched from an accounting software four years ago and this software has been a much better fit for us.

Cons

There is a significant learning curve associated with this software and it feels like there's always more to learn. Efficient utilization may be a perpetual challenge.

“IQMS ERP Sysyem Review

Pros

IQMS ERP Software is a comprehensive ERP solution with an excellent CRM feature for medium sized businesses. The employee record function and reporting capabilities are impressive.

Cons

The IQMS ERP Solution doesn't have any critical issues but there is room for improvement in terms of graphics and user interface.

“Hard to start

Pros

The software itself is very useful. However during our implementation the person assisting us took shortcuts that caused some issues.

Cons

The software has numerous windows to navigate through to find what you need.

“IQMS Review

Pros

I'm really impressed with the software we evaluated for our company especially its specialized functionalities for MetalStamping companies. One of the standout features is its dedicated module for labeling and printing which is rarely found in ERP systems.

Cons

The user interface is not very user friendly and appears outdated. Though it provides a wealth of information on one screen it can be confusing to read and understand at times.

“Disappointed - wrong move - guided in the wrong direction

Pros

I wasn't satisfied with the features during the exploration phase.

Cons

The WMS portion is a disaster. The Pick module is a nightmare orders can't be batched every order PO requires handling label generation takes too long and the system "locks up" during label printing preventing further work.

“Without change performance would never improve

Pros

It's user friendly! Despite not having prior experience with an integrated system I was able to lead a team and successfully implement various aspects including workstation installs and setting up barcoding and scanning for Warehouse management.

Cons

Like any software there can be a steep learning curve when transitioning between modules initially.

“GAME CHANGER

Pros

As we aimed to expand we realized that our current platform couldn't support it. After implementing IQMS we built a platform that allowed us to double our business while maintaining a high quality scorecard with major customers like GM Magna BorgWarner and ZF. This technology was truly transformative.

Cons

The SPC/quality module feels like a fringe element of the system. It would be beneficial to have a more robust quality module that includes PPAP control plans and FMEA analysis.

“The software overall is great

Pros

The software is capable of doing everything and if there's a missing feature it will likely be added soon.

Cons

Bug fixes and updates tend to be slow and often introduce new issues.

“Strong Manufacturing Floor Integration for Injection Molders

Pros

Provides real time monitoring of work centers with a visual display of the current operational status.

Cons

The Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) setup is unique for each customer. It would be helpful to have standard packages available for common EDI end customers such as FCA including labels and reports with welldefined requirements.

“N/A

Pros

I appreciate that it prioritizes the manufacturing floor without neglecting accounting information.

Cons

The payroll system struggles to handle employees in multiple states efficiently.

“Just Getting Started

Pros

It's easy to navigate between modules and the software integrates seamlessly with itself.

Cons

The dashboard has an outdated style and could benefit from modern AI features and contextsensitive help based on cursor position.

“Searching for the right ERP solution

Pros

This option offers a comprehensive range of solutions from Quote and Project Management to ERP and Quality. Most ERP solutions in the Automotive industry can only provide certain parts of the functionality you're looking for. It's also often challenging to incorporate time and attendance and production floor status dashboards. We chose IQMS because it provides all the required solutions in one implementation. Additionally it has a robust Preventative Maintenance solution linked to production reporting and the purchase order module handles inventory from MRP and MRO requirements.

Cons

While the Asset Management module doesn't meet GAAP auditing requirements it can assist the Preventative Maintenance group with purchasing history.

“IQMS Manufacturing Review

Pros

Userfriendly graphical and includes document control and BOMs.

Cons

The scheduling functionality is inadequate for industries with multiple process steps.

“IQMS

Pros

It's relatively intuitive and most areas are easy to use without extensive exploration. One of the benefits is the ability to navigate between modules quickly via rightclick. There are multiple ways to access the same information.

Cons

Reporting can be cumbersome unless you're familiar with Crystal Reporting or have the time to create custom reports.

“Review IQMS Software

Pros

The software excels in its manufacturing capabilities.

Cons

EDI setup is consistently problematic and obtaining assistance is difficult and costly especially regarding report generation for labels.

“reviewq

Pros

The user interface (GUI) is excellent particularly the Smartpage feature and CRM functionality.

Cons

The update process often breaks functioning parts of the software. Accounting processes frequently fail to post to the correct GL accounts in the backend. The software is also prohibitively expensive. KPIs and Webdirect functionality are unreliable.

“No More External Spreadsheets

Pros

This system covers everything from quoting and customer management to sales purchasing engineering manufacturing quality control material review board nonconformance and returns. It also includes HR modules and document control. The software supports warehouse and distribution functions with scanners and barcoding. There are numerous addons available within the same software company and it's possible to integrate thirdparty spreadsheet addons for effortless reporting. The system offers exceptional continuity and the schedule feature is genuinely useful eliminating the need for external scheduling. With crystal report writer every report can be customized to specific requirements. The software allows for custom fields in various areas giving users the freedom to add fields that might not be available by default. We have implemented the core packages and added MRO Quality Document Control with plans to include HR and warehouse management packages soon.

Cons

The software's extensive capabilities can sometimes lead to disappointment when it cannot perform certain small tasks. Support may require contacting multiple individuals but they generally provide timely solutions to problems.

“Accounting is horrible

Pros

The production aspect seems satisfactory but managing the accounting is quite challenging and the price seems too high.

Cons

The accounting side of the software has major issues and is challenging to manage.

“NoLimitz windsurfing masts manufactured with IQMS ERP software

Pros

This software is scalable meaning it can accommodate our company's growth no matter how much or how quickly it happens. Despite its scalability we were able to start using it at a considerably lower cost compared to SAP.

Cons

Tracking part serial numbers through production can be cumbersome for small to midsized firms.

“IQMS review

Pros

It is a comprehensive package. EIQ provides the essential functionality to meet the general requirements of most manufacturing companies. Once you grasp the layout design and functionality of one module the others become intuitive as they have a similar appearance.

Cons

The French language integration is poorly executed and expensive. Updates are not synchronized with the English version making it challenging to use both simultaneously.

“Easy to use software

Pros

The software is userfriendly allowing easy navigation to different modules within each screen. Upgrades are straightforward and can be done by our inhouse staff.

Cons

Software releases often contain numerous bugs that may hinder the upgrade process. It is advisable to thoroughly test upgrades before implementing them in your live environment.

“IQMS - What we like and dislike

Pros

We chose this software because of its customization options through the purchase of different modules. We were also attracted to their industry expertise and responsive customer support. Their assistance during implementation was also a significant factor in selecting IQMS.

Cons

The accounting function feels like an afterthought although recent versions have attempted to address this. Additionally some features within the main software such as Quoting and Estimating are underutilized.

“HAPPY CUSTOMER

Pros

Production tracking works well when accurate information is entered.

Cons

The accounting software lacks userfriendliness and does not allow for invoice modifications without voiding them.

“Pretty Good ERP

Pros

The interactivity between modules is solid and jumping between them provides convenient access to linked tables.

Cons

Many commands and settings in the hierarchy are set too broadly requiring further customization for finetuning.

“IQMS Review

Pros

Modules are interconnected allowing seamless integration. Realtime functionality is a valuable tool and the color coding has improved over the years.

Cons

Accounting processes are confusing and updates frequently introduce new bugs that undo previous fixes.

“Complete ERP

Pros

The software offers a wide range of features that enable us to manage every aspect of our business with EnterpriseIQ.

Cons

The update process can be cumbersome and customer support may be slow to respond during peak times.

“IQMS Review

Pros

The software is extensive and more adaptable to our specific business model compared to competitors.

Cons

The software is extensive requiring ongoing training to fully understand and utilize. Support primarily focuses on selling training rather than providing actual assistance.

“Implimentation not so smooth overall marginal experience.

Pros

This software has numerous excellent features. It is userfriendly and easy to navigate.

Cons

IQMS developed custom software for us however when it comes to the the process of resolving issues and receiving updates it is frustratingly slow. We often have to wait for months for IQMS to release updates to address problems and even then the updates may not fully resolve the issues. While the phone support is generally good it would greatly benefit from improved facetoface customer and service support.

“Super Powerful Software

Pros

It provides an allinone solution including inventory management order entry sales financials and CRM.

Cons

The software is expensive especially for smaller companies with lower annual revenue.

“IQMS ERP System

Pros

I chose IQMS over other ERP systems because it combines all the functional areas of the company into a single platform (manufacturing finance quality). I also appreciated having a single company with a dedicated tech support number.

Cons

The implementation process was a large project and more involvement from the user's side would have helped avoid future difficulties.

“IQMS CUSTOMER REVIEW

Pros

It is logical and userfriendly helping streamline previously manual processes.

Cons

Like any new system it takes time to learn and adapt to the software.

“IQMS for Full Service Injection Molder

Pros

Ontime delivery product costing and production planning.

Cons

The annual maintenance cost for the software is high due to its complexity necessitating full technical support.

“IQMS

Pros

IQMS is easy to navigate across different modules facilitating information sharing between departments. We also have WiFi monitoring of our equipment.

Cons

The price of IQMS is exorbitant.

“IQMS In Injection Molding

Pros

It integrates well with our diverse machines and office staff.

Cons

The learning curve and data input may be steeper than expected but the software offers comprehensive detail once fully utilized.

“IQMS review

Pros

The software's integration throughout the company is the best way to design ERP software.

Cons

The price of the software keeps increasing leading to a feeling of being held hostage by the provider.

“IQMS Review

Pros

Realtime access to information is my favorite aspect of this software. We use the modules to connect to machines and this data drives many of our decisions. The system has extensive functionality and we are aware that we are not utilizing it to its fullest extent. It has been helpful as we continue to grow as a manufacturing company.

Cons

I would like to notify one thing and that is The requirement to upgrade to a completely new version for any changes is inconvenient. It would be preferable if updates could be applied through patches instead. The process of finding solutions to system issues is timeconsuming often leading to the need for workarounds. While webbased solutions may alleviate this problem development and corrections will likely still require significant time. Furthermore customer service quality has declined since our initial engagement in 2011. Support calls often result in being directed to help pages that have already been visited and failed to resolve the issue at hand.

“IQMS Review

Pros

The software represents a significant improvement over our previous system. We particularly appreciate its ability to provide us with realtime information instead of delayed reporting as we had before.

Cons

The software often attempts to cater to a wide range of needs resulting in a common joke among users that suggests dropping IQMS and returning as a new customer to receive new functionality or bug fixes. The company seems more inclined to accommodate new sales than address issues with buggy releases and support which sometimes merely parrots information found in help screens and online documentation. To maintain their standing as a toptier provider these concerns must be addressed.

“IQMS

Pros

It is specifically designed for plastics and injection molding including realtime production monitoring.

Cons

Report structure is scattered across various modules requiring users to search for reports.

“IQMS Software Review

Pros

IQMS offers everything necessary to operate an injection molding business and more including quoting production reporting inventory management shipping and accounting.

Cons

It appears that changes in the software sometimes occur based on user suggestions. While this responsiveness is positive it raises questions about whether the majority or only a few vocal users drive these changes. Specifically a recent change made entering a quote due date mandatory which can be disruptive as it interrupts the quote creation process requiring users to return to the first page.

“IQMS is an Excellent Choice for Manufacturing ERP & MES

Pros

It is very manufacturingfriendly and has all the functionality required to run an entire manufacturing company. Additionally the IQMS MES system seamlessly provides valuable realtime data. It offers draganddrop charts that integrate quality data with process data tolerance settings to monitor processes and workflows to eliminate paperwork and enable paperless processes forms and reports. It includes built in communication between departments along with document control and storage. With built in mobility I can stay informed about everything happening even while on the road.

Cons

The financial package lacks robust drilldown capabilities for variances when using standard costing versus actual costing. However the newest version claims to address this though personal experience with it is limited.

“IQMS Honest Review

Pros

It is easy to use and specifically tailored for injection molding businesses.

Cons

The software has too many bugs affecting both new and older releases. The discovery of issues in previous versions is often replicated in newer releases.

“Satisfied long time customer

Pros

Overall IQ allows for quick retrieval of most data with high accuracy. The accurate records and easy access are advantageous for standards compliance and financial recordkeeping and reporting.

Cons

Performance slows down when handling large amounts of data especially with frequent data transfers between the machine and server. The WebIQ feature aims to alleviate this issue including label printing and access to external documents.

“First ERP System

Pros

I appreciate its well organized and mostly intuitive interface. The Translog feature logs every inventory transaction enabling quick analysis of activity.

Cons

Backdating inventory transactions is not supported which can be problematic when there are delays in data input.