Why Predictiv? Built for Africa, Not Adapted
What Makes Us Different
Five key advantages that set Predictiv apart from global ERP vendors
Local Relevance
Built for Africa from day one: ZIMRA, SARS, mobile money, multi-currency, WhatsApp
Local Support
24/7 local team (Zimbabwe & Zambia), on-site available, same timezone
Transparent Pricing
Transparent per-user pricing, all modules included, published rates
Your Voice Matters
Daily customer engagement, roadmap driven by business needs in Africa
Genuine Care for Africa
100% Africa revenue, team in Zimbabwe/Zambia, passionate about African growth
See the Difference
Request a demo to experience how Predictiv is built differently for businesses in Africa.
Request DemoHow We Compare
Side-by-side comparison across key decision factors
| Dimension | SAP S/4 HANA | Dynamics 365 | Acumatica | Predictiv |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa-Specific Features KEY | Requires customization | Limited localization | Requires customization | Built-in (ZIMRA, SARS, multi-currency) |
| Local Support KEY | International call centers, distant partners | Partner network with varying quality | International support, minimal Africa presence | 24/7 local team (Zimbabwe & Zambia), on-site available, same timezone |
| Pricing Transparency KEY | Complex licensing, hidden costs, lengthy negotiations | Module-based with many add-ons required | Unlimited users but module licensing complexity | Transparent per-user pricing, all modules included, published rates |
| Customer Roadmap Influence KEY | Global priorities dominate, Africa voice minimal | Microsoft strategy-driven, limited customer input | Partner feedback focused on U.S. market | Daily customer engagement, roadmap driven by business needs in Africa |
| Commitment to Africa KEY | Africa <5% of revenue, low priority market | Emerging markets strategy, not Africa-specific | North America focus, limited Africa investment | 100% Africa revenue, team in Zimbabwe/Zambia, passionate about African growth |
| Pricing Model | Per user + modules | Per user + apps | Per user (unlimited) | Per user (all modules) |
| Starting Price | $150-300/user/mo | $70-120/user/mo | $100-200/user/mo | $30-40/user/mo |
| 5-Year TCO (100 users) | $1.5M-3M | $750K-1.5M | $900K-1.8M | $300K-600K (60-80% less) |
| Implementation Time | 12-24 months | 9-18 months | 6-12 months | 6-8 weeks (10x faster) |
| Cross-Platform | Web only | Web + limited mobile | Web + limited mobile | Desktop, Browser, Mobile, WhatsApp |
| Native Desktop App | No | No | No | Yes (Win/Mac/Linux) |
| Native Mobile Apps | Limited features | Limited features | Limited features | Full ERP (iOS & Android) |
| WhatsApp Integration | No | No | No | Yes (ordering, status, queries) |
| Offline Capability | None | Limited | None | POS & Van Sales (100% offline) |
| Target Market | $1B+ revenue | $100M-$1B revenue | $10M-$500M revenue | $1M-$1B revenue |
| Self-Hosted Option | Yes (expensive) | Yes (complex) | Yes (limited) | Yes ($30/user) |
| AI Capabilities | Add-ons required | Some built-in | Limited | Built-in (90% accuracy) |
| Customization Time | 3-6 months | 2-4 months | 1-3 months | 1-2 weeks |
Total Cost of Ownership: The Real Story
Predictiv is 60-80% less expensive over 5 years
50 Users
Small to mid-size business
100 Users
Mid-size to enterprise
200 Users
Enterprise
What's Included in 5-Year TCO:
- ✓ Software licensing (annual or monthly)
- ✓ Implementation costs
- ✓ Training and change management
- ✓ Maintenance and support
- ✓ Customization and configuration
- ✓ Upgrades and updates
Your Voice Shapes Our Roadmap
Unlike global ERP vendors where Africa is an afterthought, we build what businesses in Africa need
How We Listen:
- Daily customer engagement to understand pain points and opportunities
- Internal advisory board of active customers guiding development
- Open invitation for customers to join our external advisory board
- Roadmap priorities driven by African business needs, not Silicon Valley trends
Recent Customer-Driven Features:
- ZIMRA fiscalization: Built-in compliance for Zimbabwe tax authority
- Mobile money integration: EcoCash, OneMoney, Telecash support
- WhatsApp ordering: Customers order via WhatsApp without app installation
- Offline van sales: 100% offline capability for field sales teams
Want to Influence Our Roadmap?
Join our external customer advisory board and help shape the future of ERP for businesses in Africa.
Express InterestWho Should Choose What?
Honest guidance on which ERP fits which business
SAP S/4 HANA
Best for:
- • Global multinationals
- • $1B+ revenue revenue
- • Complex global operations
- • Budget: $2M+ for ERP
- • Timeline: 18-24 months OK
"If you need the most comprehensive ERP with global standardization."
Dynamics 365
Best for:
- • Mid-large enterprises
- • $100M-$1B revenue revenue
- • Microsoft ecosystem
- • Budget: $500K-1M
- • Modular approach
"If you're all-in on Microsoft (Azure, Office 365, etc.)."
Acumatica
Best for:
- • Cloud-first mid-market
- • $10M-$500M revenue revenue
- • U.S./Western markets
- • Budget: $400K-900K
- • Unlimited user appeal
"If unlimited users matter more than per-user cost."
Predictiv
Best for:
- • Growing businesses
- • $1M-$1B revenue revenue
- • Emerging markets (Africa)
- • Budget: $100K-500K
- • Need cross-platform + offline
"If you need enterprise features without enterprise pricing and complexity."
See the Predictiv Advantage
Calculate your savings with our ROI calculator or request a demo to see Predictiv in action.