SimpleManufacturing™ Manufacturing ERP Pricing
SimpleManufacturing™ offers straightforward manufacturing ERP pricing for small and mid-sized manufacturers: a $4,995 one-time software license with unlimited application users and no required monthly subscription.
The system combines an editable Microsoft Access front end with a Microsoft SQL Server back end, giving manufacturers control over their application, data, users, workflows, reports, and future customization.
$4,995 One-Time Software License
One purchase. Unlimited application users. No required monthly SimpleManufacturing™ subscription.
- Microsoft Access front-end application
- Microsoft SQL Server back-end database
- Source code included, subject to the software license terms
- No SimpleManufacturing™ per-user license fees
- Initial setup support during the first 30 days after purchase
- Permanent use of the licensed software version
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SimpleManufacturing™ connects engineering, inventory, production, supply chain, sales, customers, employees, finance, and quality management through one integrated ERP database.
What Is Included in the SimpleManufacturing™ License?
Microsoft Access Front End
Use the included forms, reports, queries, macros, and VBA logic to manage day-to-day manufacturing operations.
Microsoft SQL Server Back End
Store operational information in a centralized, multi-user relational database designed for security, reliability, reporting, and controlled access.
Source-Code Access
Review and modify the supplied Microsoft Access application and SQL Server database objects according to the applicable software license terms.
Unlimited Application Users
Add users without purchasing a separate SimpleManufacturing™ license for each person, subject to Microsoft licensing and infrastructure capacity.
Initial Setup Assistance
Receive initial setup support during the first 30 days after purchase. Confirm the included activities and responsibilities before ordering.
Permanent Licensed Use
Continue using the licensed software version without a required SimpleManufacturing™ monthly subscription or mandatory per-user renewal.
Manufacturing ERP Features and Modules
SimpleManufacturing™ brings the major functions of a manufacturing organization together in one integrated system. Companies can implement the modules and workflows appropriate for their operation without being required to deploy every capability at once.
Engineering
Item management, Bills of Materials, routings, Engineering Change Orders, and controlled product-definition information.
Inventory
Bin management, cycle counting, lot, serial and date tracking, kitting, barcoding, availability, and inventory history.
Manufacturing
Work Orders, production scheduling, MRP, material tracking, labor reporting, and shop-floor production control.
Supply Chain
Purchase Orders, shipping and receiving, supplier management, approved suppliers, sourcing, and purchasing history.
Sales and Customer Management
Quotations, Sales Orders, invoicing, RMAs, customer records, contacts, and contract-review information.
Quality Management
Inspection, nonconforming material, calibration, preventive maintenance, control plans, corrective action, internal audits, and training.
Finance
Accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, banking, financial statements, payments, receipts, and costing information.
Human Resources
Employee records, time-clock activity, training information, and payroll-supporting data.
One Connected Manufacturing Database
The value of SimpleManufacturing™ is not just the number of modules. Information entered in one process becomes available to the other authorized departments that need it, reducing duplicate entry and disconnected spreadsheets.
Why Use a One-Time Manufacturing ERP License?
Subscription ERP costs normally increase with the number of licensed users and the length of time the software remains in service. A one-time software license makes the core license cost easier to understand and allows manufacturers to decide how their database is hosted, maintained, supported, and customized.
- No required SimpleManufacturing™ monthly subscription
- No SimpleManufacturing™ per-user license charge
- Control over the SQL Server database and hosting environment
- Access to the supplied application source code
- Freedom to plan future support and customization based on business needs
- No requirement to repurchase the licensed version each year
A one-time license provides a predictable starting cost while allowing each manufacturer to control its own implementation, infrastructure, support, and future development decisions.
SimpleManufacturing™ Compared with Subscription ERP Pricing
| Consideration | SimpleManufacturing™ | Typical Subscription Model |
|---|---|---|
| Core Software Price | $4,995 one-time license | Recurring monthly or annual charge |
| User Pricing | No SimpleManufacturing™ per-user license fee | Often priced by named or active user |
| Database Control | Customer-controlled SQL Server database | Often hosted and controlled by the ERP provider |
| Customization | Editable Access application and SQL Server database objects | Varies by vendor, subscription plan, and development tools |
| Source-Code Access | Included subject to license terms | Usually unavailable |
| Core License Cost Over Time | Fixed one-time amount for the licensed version | Continues while the subscription remains active |
| Hosting | Customer selects and controls the SQL Server environment | May be bundled into the recurring subscription |
| Future Support | Optional after the initial included period | May be required or included in recurring fees |
ERP providers use different prices, modules, user definitions, contracts, and service models. Compare written proposals that include equivalent users, capabilities, implementation services, hosting, support, database requirements, and contract periods.
Five-Year Subscription Cost Example
The following example illustrates how recurring user charges can accumulate. It is not a quote for another ERP product and does not include implementation, hosting, support, customization, taxes, Microsoft licensing, financing, or future price changes.
| Example | Calculation | Five-Year Core Software Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription ERP | 10 users × $150 per user per month × 60 months | $90,000 |
| SimpleManufacturing™ | One-time software license | $4,995 |
Compare Total Project Costs—not Just License Fees
The $4,995 price covers the SimpleManufacturing™ software license. Your total project cost may also include Microsoft software, SQL Server hosting, computers, networking, backups, security, data conversion, training, customization, integration, and optional support.
Microsoft Access and SQL Server Architecture
SimpleManufacturing™ uses Microsoft Access for the user interface and Microsoft SQL Server for centralized data storage. This architecture combines familiar desktop workflows with a secure, multi-user relational database.
Microsoft Access provides the user interface while SQL Server provides centralized data storage, security, and multi-user access.
- Microsoft Access front end: Forms, reports, workflows, queries, and VBA logic
- Microsoft SQL Server back end: Tables, relationships, indexes, security, and stored procedures
- ODBC connectivity: Connects the Access application with SQL Server
- Deployment choice: Use an appropriate on-premises or hosted SQL Server environment
Microsoft Licensing and Infrastructure
Required Microsoft Access, Microsoft 365, SQL Server, Windows, Azure, hosting, computer, network, backup, and security costs are separate unless they are specifically included in a written proposal.
What to Confirm Before Purchasing
A successful ERP purchase includes more than selecting a software license. Before ordering, confirm the following requirements and responsibilities:
- Required manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, quality, sales, and reporting capabilities
- Microsoft Access and SQL Server version requirements
- Number of business locations, users, and concurrent users
- Data migration and initial data-loading responsibilities
- Required forms, reports, integrations, and custom workflows
- Scope of the included 30-day setup-support period
- Optional training, support, or customization needed after initial setup
- Backup, security, hosting, and IT-administration responsibilities
SimpleManufacturing™ Pricing FAQ
Is the $4,995 price a one-time fee?
Yes. The $4,995 price is a one-time software license for the licensed version of SimpleManufacturing™. There is no required SimpleManufacturing™ monthly subscription or per-user license renewal.
Does the license include source code?
Yes. The supplied Microsoft Access application and SQL Server database objects are available for review and customization subject to the applicable software license terms.
How many people can use the software?
SimpleManufacturing™ does not charge a separate application license fee for each user. Actual capacity depends on Microsoft licensing, SQL Server edition, infrastructure, network performance, application design, and concurrent workload.
Can we customize SimpleManufacturing™?
Yes. Qualified developers can modify the Microsoft Access forms, reports, queries, macros, VBA logic, SQL Server tables, stored procedures, and workflows within the applicable license terms.
Is hosting included?
No hosting charge is included in the $4,995 software price. The customer provides or purchases an appropriate on-premises or hosted SQL Server environment unless a written proposal states otherwise.
What does the initial 30-day support include?
Initial setup assistance is available during the first 30 days after purchase. Confirm the included activities, availability, responsibilities, and any project-specific requirements in writing before purchase.
What happens after the initial support period?
You may continue managing the system independently or request separately quoted support, training, customization, integration, or data services when needed.
Are Microsoft licenses included?
Microsoft Access, Microsoft 365, SQL Server, Windows, Azure, and other third-party licenses or services are not included unless they are expressly listed in a written proposal.
See Whether SimpleManufacturing™ Fits Your Operation
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