Rootstock Manufacturing ERP

Rootstock is a phenomenal, Cloud-first application residing within the world's best business cloud

Comments: I first implemented Rootstock in 2015 as a customer, but since 2017 have been a partner, implementing Rootstock for new customers, and supporting existing customers in their use and enhancements of Rootstock.

Pros:

Ease of customizability, breadth of customizability, simplicity of implementation compared to other ERPs

Cons:

UI is a little out-dated, and while Rootstock is working to update to Salesforce's Lightning Experience across the board, there is still room for improvement.

Rootstock review

Comments: My overall experience with Rootstock has been highly positive. It has proven to be a flexible and powerful ERP system that has significantly streamlined our manufacturing and supply chain operations. The ease of implementation, coupled with its integration with Salesforce, makes it one of the best end-to-end MRP/ERP systems I have encountered. Rootstock has been a valuable tool in managing our complex global operations effectively. It is a flexible systems making it suitable for small business all the way through to enterprises.

Pros:

Rootstock was the easiest ERP system to implement and go live with. It offers extensive yet user-friendly capabilities, which made the transition smooth and efficient. The reporting features are excellent, providing valuable insights for decision-making. Additionally, the platinum support and the supportive Rootstock community have been outstanding, ensuring that any challenges are quickly addressed.

Cons:

Implementing Rootstock requires significant commitment and upfront understanding from the business. Without proper preparation and dedication, the implementation process can be challenging. However, this is a common requirement for all ERP systems and is not unique to Rootstock.

Great when set up properly!

Pros:

Connectivity with Salesforce is great when set up correctly.

Cons:

Case support is slow response and no updates along the way to keep you in the loop on how things are going.

Flexible and professional

Comments: Really good, dynamic system where complex scenarios can be done, and for the ones that cannot be done, Rootstock anylise the complexity and guide with profesisonality.

Pros:

The flexibility to different scenarios and user friendliness of the UX.

Cons:

The wording, some terms can be missleading, either in some error messages or on the field names.

Rootstock Manufacturing ERP: Unparalleled Flexibility and Scalability

Comments: Rootstock has been crucial in growing and evolving with our business by establishing a centralized source of truth that manages data across all of our departments and processes. As our business and industry has grown more complex, Rootstock has scaled to integrate data streams effectively, eliminating silos and enhancing data accuracy and visibility. This comprehensive access to real-time data and analytics, along with improved ERP functionalities has significantly boosted our decision-making, streamlined operational efficiency, and helped support our overall business growth.

Pros:

My favorite part of Rootstock Manufacturing ERP is that it is built on the Salesforce platform which taps into Salesforce's strength and scalability. Rootstock offers a seamless, unified view across all business processes—from customer management to manufacturing and supply chain operations and everything in between. Leveraging Salesforce’s cloud infrastructure, Rootstock ERP scales efficiently with growing business demands, avoiding the need for system migration. Additionally, the robust Salesforce ecosystem enhances security and reliability, ensuring smooth and efficient business operations at all times.

Cons:

Rootstock's high level of customization is beneficial for tailoring to specific business needs, however, it requires considerable internal and external resources for implementation due to its flexibility. Each customization demands extensive planning, coordination, and sometimes additional programming, making it resource-intensive. Moreover, the successful deployment of such a customizable system hinges on an organization’s readiness to embrace change, necessitating a culture open to new workflows and continual process optimization. This need for ongoing change management and resource investment can pose challenges, particularly in environments resistant to change or with slow adoption rates. Thus, while Rootstock ERP's adaptability is advantageous, it demands a strong commitment to managing and investing in change.