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Compare Q360 to Other ERP and PSA Platforms
Most ERP and PSA platforms were not designed for systems integrators. Q360 was built specifically for AV, security, and life safety companies that live at the intersection of projects, technicians, inventory, and long-term customer relationships.
What Makes Integrators Different
Your Software Must Handle the Full Lifecycle
A systems integrator doesn't just sell or deliver a project. Every system installed becomes a long-term service obligation. Your ERP must handle all of it together.
Installation Projects & Job Costing
Complex multi-site projects with labor, materials, subcontractors, change orders, and real-time margin visibility.
Technicians & Dispatch
Skills-based scheduling, mobile field apps, time capture, and real-time visibility into utilization.
Inventory Across Trucks & Jobs
Multi-location tracking from warehouse to truck to job site, with staging and procurement tied to projects.
Installed Base & Service Contracts
Every installed system tracked by customer and site, driving inspections, renewals, and long-term service.
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Q360 vs the Most Common Alternatives
Each of these platforms can support parts of an integration business. Q360 is designed to support the entire install-to-service lifecycle in one system.
Q360 vs NetSuite
A broad ERP platform with strong financials and project accounting. Often extended with additional tools for service and installed base management.
Q360 vs Microsoft Business Central
A modern ERP foundation frequently paired with Field Service and partner solutions to support integrators.
Q360 vs Sage Intacct
A finance-first ERP that provides strong accounting and reporting, often used alongside separate operational systems.
Q360 vs Acumatica
A configurable ERP platform commonly used in construction and distribution, adapted for integrators through configuration.
Q360 vs SedonaOffice
A security-focused platform strong in monitoring, service, and recurring revenue management.
Q360 vs Tigerpaw
A PSA platform designed around service, dispatch, and ticketing for AV and technology service firms.
Q360 vs ConnectWise
Q360 vs ConnectWise A PSA platform built for MSPs and managed services, optimized for ticket-driven service operations.
Q360 vs Traditional ERP
How Q360 compares to the general approach of adapting horizontal ERP platforms for integration businesses.
Why Q360
Why Integrators Choose Q360
Real-Time Job Cost & Margin
Every job shows real-time margin across labor, materials, and subcontractors — no reconciliation needed.
True Installed Base
A real installed base by customer and site — not a custom field or workaround. Service and inspections driven by real assets.
One System, Not a Stack
Projects, service, inventory, technicians, and financials all on one platform. No integration layer required.
Inventory That Follows Work
Track parts across warehouses, trucks, and job sites. Procurement tied to projects. Barcode scanning in the field.