What is the Difference between Sage 200 and Sage Intacct?
Sage 200 vs Sage Intacct
Sage has two products in the UK targeted at the small to medium business market, these are Sage 200 and Sage Intacct. Both Sage products have won awards and are market leading accounting software solutions in their own right, however there are differences between Sage Intacct and Sage 200.
What is Sage 200 and what is Sage Intacct?
Sage 200 was developed in the UK and is a set of accountancy and management products developed by Sage Group aimed at small to medium businesses. Sage 200 is designed to be a highly customisable and scalable product. Sage 200 was initially launched under the product name MMS, it was then rebranded as Sage 200 before being known today as Sage 200.
Sage Intacct was developed in the USA as a Cloud-based Financial Management solution and is now available in the UK, Canada, South Africa and Australia. The software was initially developed by Intacct Corporation in 1999 and it was acquired by Sage in 2017 for $850 million.
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Sage 200 vs Sage Intacct Comparison
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What is Sage 200?
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Sage 200 vs. Sage Intacct Comparison
Sage 200 and Sage Intacct are both targeted towards SMB’s and medium sized organisations and larger companies, with Sage Intacct also being used by much larger companies with multi country locations and a global reach.
Sage Intacct vs Sage 200 – What are the differences?
1. Target Market and Core Users
Sage 200:
- Designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and medium sized organisations and is also used by larger companies.
- Ideal for companies that have outgrown basic accounting software solutions like Sage 50 and require a more flexible, scalable and customisable finance solution.
- Suitable for businesses in all industry sectors.
Sage Intacct:
- Ideal for companies who are looking for an advanced true Cloud-based Finance Management solution.
- Targeted at SMB’s, mid-market and larger organisations with more complex financial requirements.
- Ideal for businesses with multi-entity, multi-currency, or multi-location needs, as well as those with more sophisticated reporting and compliance requirements with a global reach.
- Suitable for businesses across all industry sectors.
2. Deployment
Sage 200:
- Available for both use in the Cloud and also On-premise.
- The entry level version Sage 200 Standard is Cloud-based only, whilst Sage 200 Professional can be deployed as either On-premise or hosted in the Cloud.
Sage Intacct:
- A cloud-based solution (SaaS) that requires no on-premise infrastructure.
- Offers full access to the software from anywhere with an internet connection, providing businesses with flexibility and scalability.
3. Features & Functionality
Sage 200:
- Advanced Core features include accounting, inventory management, financial reporting, and job costing.
- Sage 200 can be tailored around your business requirements and industry sector.
- Additional modules available such as project accounting, bill of materials, business intelligence, manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Provides advanced financial management, but lacks some advanced capabilities for International companies such global financial management and multi-country consolidation.
Sage Intacct:
- Advanced features like multi-country, multi-entity, multi-currency, revenue recognition, project accounting, and financial consolidation.
- Highly customisable with an extensive API for integration with other tools (like Salesforce or payroll systems).
- Ideal for businesses that require deep financial reporting and analytics across multiple departments, regions, or currencies.
4. Reporting & Analytics
Sage 200:
- Provides a wide range of standard financial reports and dashboards like balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow.
- Highly flexible customised reports and dashboards can be created.
- Intuitive and visual dashboards and analytics.
Sage Intacct:
- Advanced financial reporting with customisable dashboards, real-time reporting, and advanced analytics.
- Allows users to create detailed financial models, manage consolidations, and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ideal for businesses that need deep insights into their financial performance and for financial teams that rely on real-time, data-driven decisions.
5. Scalability
Sage 200:
- Suitable for growing SMB’s and mid-sized companies, but may not scale well for much larger enterprises.
- While it can manage multiple locations or branches, it does not support scalability needed for global enterprises with multi-country consolidation.
Sage Intacct:
- Designed for rapid scalability, making it suitable for businesses that plan to grow or expand globally.
- Handles complex requirements such as multi-entity consolidation, multi-currency accounting, and multi-location management with ease.
- Can scale as your business grows and can handle complex operations and financial reporting needs.
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6. Integration Capabilities
Sage 200:
- Offers a wide range of integrations with other systems but may require custom development or third-party tools for more complex integrations.
- Suitable for businesses that need some level of integration but don’t require extensive connections with multiple third-party applications.
Sage Intacct:
- Built for seamless integrations with a wide range of third-party applications, including CRM (e.g., Salesforce), HR systems, and industry-specific tools.
- Its open API makes it highly customisable, allowing businesses to connect to virtually any system they use.
7. Pricing
Sage 200:
- More affordable than Sage Intacct, it also offers an entry level version called Sage 200 Standard.
- The software is available on a subscription only basis and costs are based on the number of users or licences required.
- Implementation costs tend to be lower than Sage Intacct, especially when implementing Sage 200 Standard.
Sage Intacct:
- Pricing is subscription-based, typically higher than Sage 200 due to its features and cloud infrastructure.
- Pricing is tailored based on the number of modules or features selected and the size of the business.
- Implementation costs tend to be higher and take longer to setup than Sage 200.
8. Customer Support
Sage 200:
- Offers customer support through its channel of certified Sage 200 business partners.
Sage Intacct:
- Similar to Sage 200, Sage Intacct customer support is offered through its channel of certified Sage Intacct business partners.
9. Ease of Use
Sage 200:
- User-friendly with a familiar interface that is easy for SMB’s and medium-sized businesses to navigate.
- Still, users may need some training on more advanced functions like inventory management or financial reporting.
Sage Intacct:
- More complex due to its advanced features and functionalities, which can require training or onboarding, especially for users not familiar with enterprise-level systems.
- More suited for finance teams with experience in managing complex accounting systems.
10. Compliance & Security
Sage 200:
- Advanced security features and compliance tools to meet regulatory requirements for SMBs and medium sized enterprises.
- Requires the business to manage updates and security patches on-premise if using the desktop version.
- Sage 200 Standard for the Cloud is updated automatically with updates and the latest security protocols.
Sage Intacct:
- Advanced cloud security features that comply with industry standards and regulations such as SOC 1, SOC 2, and GDPR.
- Regular cloud updates ensure the system is always up-to-date with the latest security protocols.
11. Industry Focus
Sage 200:
- Used in a wide range of business sectors who require the flexibility to tailor the software for their business requirements and industry sector.
- Popular in all industry sectors including, Professional Services, Construction, Creative, Distribution, E-commerce, Finance, Agriculture, Healthcare, Hospitality, Legal, Food and Drink, Manufacturing, Non-profit, Property, Retail, Transport, Wholesale and others.
Sage Intacct
- Particularly favoured by all industries sectors with complex financial management needs, such as professional services, non-profits, financial services, and healthcare. It’s designed to handle complex multi-entity financials.
- Sage Intacct is used throughout all business industry sectors and can be tailored to match the requirements of individual industry sectors.
What Modules And Features Are Available In Sage 200 and Sage Intacct?
Both Sage 200 and Sage Intacct have a range of modules that you can add once you have purchased the core financial system, however these modules are different in both products and have different features.
Sage 200 Modules
- Financials
- Commercials
- Project Accounting
- Manufacturing
- Bill of Materials
- Business Intelligence
- Sage CRM
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What is Sage 200 Used For?
Sage Intact Modules
- Core Financials
- Billing software
- Fixed Assets
- Project accounting
- Multi-entry and global consolidations
- Vendor payment services
- Inventory Management
- Salesforce CRM Integration
- Revenue recognition
- Spend Management
For detailed information on the range of features available in Sage Intacct.
Sage Intacct Product Overview – Key Features
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What Industry Strengths Does Sage 200 and Sage Intacct Have?
Both solutions have similar core financials functionality and are popular across many industries, but their range of modules they offer make them appeal to certain industries. Sage Intacct has a strong following in Financial Services, Not for Profit and SaaS.
Sage 200 also has a strong following across all industries but is especially popular with companies who Manage Stock or who are in Manufacturing.
Key Strengths of Sage 200 and Sage Intacct
Some of the key strengths of Sage 200 includes its ability to integrate with other Sage products, such as Sage Payroll, Sage Pay and Sage CRM. Another key strength of Sage 200 is the large amount of add-ons developed for the accounts software making the system more flexible and a better fit around your company’s accounting and ERP requirements, these can be found in the Sage Marketplace. If your moving from Sage 50 to Sage 200 another key strength is that there is migration tool that automatically transfers your existing accounts data.
Sage Intacct has many key strength’s and has won many awards and was voted best in its class by Gartner. One of its main key strength is its ability to handle Multi Legislation and Multi Currencies. The system also has a wide range of additional modules, such as its ability to integrate with Salesforce.
Sage Intacct Customer Success Case Study – L W Cole
L W Cole specialises in supplying and installing appliances to the UK house building community across England and Wales.
The company has recently grown so rapidly, it was clear its financial management processes needed an overhaul to keep up. It chose Sage Intacct for its finance and business management system.
The business needed a cloud-based system that could communicate with its existing infrastructure and fit within budget.
Before Sage Intacct, the financial outlook had to wait until the end of the month. Now, financial insights and projections can be generated at any given moment.
“I genuinely think Sage Intacct is the best finance software I’ve ever used. The depth and power of the reporting make it a stand out system”
Mike Newton – Finance Director – L W Cole (Distributors) Limited
Sage Intacct Customer Success Case Study
What Database Does Sage 200 and Sage Intacct Use?
Both Sage 200 and Sage Intacct appeal to many companies because of their ability to handle large amounts of data. Sage 200 uses Microsoft SQL whilst Sage Intacct uses Oracle.
Sage 200 Customer Success Case Study – Playdale
Playdale Playgrounds is in the business of delivering fun. Playdale prides itself on designing exciting, innovative and educational playgrounds, with Sage 200 powering everything behind the scenes.
From improved customer satisfaction rates, an 18% reduction in costs from defects, to a 22% increase in quote conversion, Playdale continues to grow.
“Fundamentally, Sage is the ‘business master operating system.’ It powers how we communicate with our customers in CRM, how we quote our products, how we process our orders, and in production, how we plan for materials and resources.”
Barry Leahey MBE, Managing Director, Playdale
Sage 200 Customer Success Case Study - Playdale
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Related Information
Why Choose AlphaLogix as Your Sage Intacct or Sage 200 Partner?
AlphaLogix was founded in 1995 and today we are a leading Sage strategic partner in the UK. We have a diverse team of talented Sage product specialists and consultants who are passionate about delivering value and exceptional customer experiences and technical support to our Sage clients.
Call us today on 0330 043 0140 or email us at info@alphalogix.co.uk to discuss either Sage Intacct or Sage 200, or to book a meeting, demonstration or request a personalised quote.
AlphaLogix Partner Services for Sage
Implementing a new accounting and finance system can be a time-consuming and difficult task. Ensuring a successful implementation outcome needs careful planning, documentation and easy access to a certified Sage Partner who have the right skillsets.
- Planning & Scoping
- Documentation
- Implementation of Sage Intacct or Sage 200
- Configuration
- Data migration
- Customisation of Sage 200 or Sage Intacct
- Design of Reports and Dashboards
- Integration
- Training
- On-going technical Support
- Sage Consulting
