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MACOLA SOFTWARE

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Macola Progression, Macola ES, Macola 10, and Synergy

With over 25 years of consulting experience in the Macola ERP space, we have developed deep expertise in helping small to mid-sized manufacturing and distribution companies optimize their operations using one of the industry's most established ERP platforms. Throughout this time, we’ve witnessed the evolution of Macola—from Progression and ES to Macola 10 and beyond—and have guided clients through upgrades, customizations, integrations, and complete digital transformations. 

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Our consulting work spans a wide range of industries and project types, including implementations, business process reengineering, data migrations, and ongoing system support. We specialize in tailoring Macola to fit each organization's unique needs, whether that involves fine-tuning inventory and shop floor control, streamlining order processing, enhancing financial reporting, or integrating third-party systems. Our hands-on knowledge of Macola’s underlying architecture, coupled with a strong grasp of SQL, Crystal Reports, and Event Manager , allows us to deliver practical, results-driven solutions.
 

Over the decades, we’ve built lasting client relationships by prioritizing clear communication, user training, and change management—ensuring not just technical success, but also organizational adoption. Whether leading major ERP overhauls or providing targeted support for specific business challenges, we bring seasoned insight and a commitment to long-term client success in every engagement.​​​

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Looking for a Macola ERP Replacement?

Most ERP professionals consider Macola to be at the end of life (EOL). There is no product roadmap; updates may only continue for product fixes and bugs. Are you considering upgrading from Macola ERP to a more modern ERP system? We have assisted many clients in transitioning from all versions of Macola to Acumatica, SAP Business One, NetSuite, and others. Macola is considered a Tier 2 ERP system. For details on Tiers 1 through 3, please visit our ERP Selection Guide.


If you would like to know more about what is involved in migrating Macola to a new ERP system, see our recent post: Migrating from Macola ERP to a New Modern System: A Step-by-Step Guide.

 

The most suitable and common replacements for Macola ERP customers are shown in the tables below. 

 

If you are a Macola ERP user, we are available for a simple, no-cost 1-hour consultation to help you make the best choice for your company. Contact us.​

Situation
Best ERP Fit
Approximate Users*
Affordable, straightforward ERP
SAP Business One
80,000+
Looking for modern cloud ERP with manufacturing
Acumatica
14,000+
Multi-site, multi-entity with global scope
NetSuite
30,000+
Deep manufacturing (APS, job costing, etc.)
Infor CSI (SyteLine)
5,000+
Strong Microsoft shop with light MFG needs
Business Central
45,000+

* Approximate users are classified as total companies using the software, not individual users at companies.

If you're considering transitioning from Macola to another option, the table below outlines popular alternatives along with their features.

Feature / ERP System
Acumatica
Business Central
NetSuite
Infor SyteLine
SAP Business One
Deployment
Cloud / Hybrid
Cloud / On-prem / Hybrid
Cloud-only
Cloud / On-prem / Hybrid
Cloud / On-prem
Licensing Model
Resource-based
Named / Device-based
Named user (subscription)
Named user (subscription)
Named user (subscription)
Core Strength
Manufacturing & Distribution
Financials & Integration
Multi-entity / Scalability
Advanced Manufacturing
Finance + Light Manufacturing
Manufacturing Features
Strong (MRP, BOM, WIP, Routing)
Moderate (via 3rd-party ISVs)
Moderate (via add-ons)
Very Strong (APS, MRP, Shop Floor)
Moderate (core BOM & MRP)
Financial Management
Strong
Very Strong
Very Strong
Strong
Strong
Multi-Entity / Multi-Currency
Yes
Yes (with add-ons)
Yes (native)
Yes
Yes
Customization / Extensibility
Very High (xRP platform)
High (Power Platform, AL)
Moderate
High
Moderate
Reporting & Dashboards
Embedded BI + Power BI
Power BI, Jet Reports
Native analytics + SuiteAnalytics
ION + Birst
Crystal Reports, SAP Analytics
User Experience (UI/UX)
Modern, responsive, web-based
Clean, MS-style, role-based
Mature but dated interface
Functional, somewhat dated
Simple, older interface
Implementation Time
3–12 months
3–12 months
6–12 months
6–12 months
3–12 months
Typical Company Size
10–500+ employees
10–250 employees
50–1000+ employees
50–500+ employees
10–200 employees

How May We Help You?

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ECI Macola
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ERP & 3rd Party Software

We help companies optimize their business processes with a variety of different ERP Software systems, including:

  • Macola Progression

  • Macola ES

  • ECI Macola 10/Synergy

  • V-Technologies Ship Gear/Starship

  • Seagull Scientific Bartender 

  • ​WiSYS Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

  • Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

  • Financial reporting tools (FP&A)

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Business Automation

Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) solutions are highly affordable, and they do all of the heavy lifting for automation.

  • Macola 10 Exact Event Manager Business Activity Monitoring (BAM)

  • Macola 10 Exact Synergy Business Process Management (BPM)

  • Vineyardsoft Knowledgesync ​Business Activity Monitoring (BAM)

  • Kofax Express Document Management System (DMS)

  • Excel spreadsheet SQL refresh automation

  • Intermedia Unite VOIP Communications

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Reporting & Analysis

We provide custom reporting solutions for all of your business needs:

  • Macola 10 Workspaces

  • SAP Crystal Reports

  • Free & low-cost Crystal Report viewer solutions

  • ​SSRS Reports & interactive dashboards

  • SQL to Excel linking

  • Integrated Excel dashboards

  • ​Excel pivot table design & training

  • Power BI (business intelligence)​

  • Automated sales commission calculation solutions

  • Warehouse TV screens display your critical data

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