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Compare IBM Sterling Order Management and Katana Cloud Inventory 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (54.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (90.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free
IBM Sterling Order Management
Star Rating
(82)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (54.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about IBM Sterling Order ManagementKatana Cloud Inventory
Star Rating
(89)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (90.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that Katana Cloud Inventory excels in ease of use, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface and straightforward setup process. One user highlighted that "Katana is simple and intuitive," making it a great choice for small businesses looking for a user-friendly inventory system.
- Users say that IBM Sterling Order Management offers powerful features for order processing, particularly for enterprises. Reviewers noted its ability to handle multiple order channels effectively, stating it is "very helpful when it comes to handling multiple order channels," which can significantly enhance operational efficiency.
- According to verified reviews, Katana Cloud Inventory provides excellent customer support, with users mentioning how easy it is to reach out for help when needed. This level of support can be crucial for small businesses that may not have extensive IT resources.
- Reviewers mention that IBM Sterling Order Management shines in its scalability and ability to manage complex order processes, making it a strong contender for larger enterprises. Users appreciate that they "don't have to think about the scalability aspects," which is a significant advantage for growing businesses.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Katana Cloud Inventory is generally easy to set up, some users found it a bit confusing at first. However, they still praised its manufacturing order feature as particularly valuable, indicating that once users get past the initial learning curve, the system offers substantial benefits.
- Users say that IBM Sterling Order Management has a user-friendly UI that allows for customization, with one reviewer noting the ability to "easily set up your home page as per your convenience." This flexibility can enhance user experience, especially for teams with specific workflow needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
IBM Sterling Order Management
No pricing availableKatana Cloud Inventory
Free
Free
Explore all of Katana’s features with no upfront cost.
- All features included in the Professional Plan
- Limited to 30 SKUs
- 3 Inventory locations
Free Trial
IBM Sterling Order Management
No trial information availableKatana Cloud Inventory
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
51
7.9
80
Ease of Use
8.6
51
8.9
80
Ease of Setup
6.6
27
8.5
73
Ease of Admin
7.2
26
8.9
64
Quality of Support
8.2
51
9.2
79
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
28
9.2
65
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
48
9.7
79
Features by Category
Planning
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Scheduling
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.1
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Agentic AI - Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Front-Office
Not enough data
7.2
18
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.7
17
Manufacturing
Not enough data
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Back-Office
Not enough data
7.0
21
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.5
21
Agentic AI - Job Shop Management
Not enough data
2.7
5
Not enough data
3.0
5
Accounting
Not enough data
5.8
6
Not enough data
5.0
6
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
5.8
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
4.0
5
Not enough data
5.7
5
Not enough data
3.3
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Inventory & Warehouse
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Purchasing
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
5.6
6
Not enough data
8.1
7
Sales & Marketing
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
5.0
5
Manufacturing
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
6.0
5
Quality Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Distribution
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
HR
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Discrete ERP
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Multichannel inventory management
Not enough data
8.3
46
Not enough data
7.5
44
Not enough data
6.7
43
3PL inventory management
Not enough data
6.9
42
Not enough data
6.8
38
Not enough data
7.0
38
Inventory Management
Not enough data
8.9
55
Not enough data
8.0
56
Not enough data
8.6
50
Not enough data
7.6
50
Not enough data
8.1
53
Inventory Management Platform Features
Not enough data
9.1
65
Not enough data
8.3
64
Not enough data
8.1
63
Not enough data
7.7
66
Not enough data
7.7
62
Not enough data
7.0
52
Not enough data
7.5
58
Not enough data
7.7
60
Not enough data
7.6
62
Not enough data
7.9
65
Order Entry
9.2
21
9.1
36
9.3
21
8.5
36
9.3
21
7.5
37
Order Tracking
9.5
22
7.7
34
9.5
22
7.8
36
9.0
22
8.3
37
Inventory Management
8.7
22
9.0
41
9.5
22
8.4
37
9.3
22
8.5
35
Customer Management
9.2
23
8.6
39
9.3
23
6.8
35
8.9
23
6.2
35
Subscription Management
9.0
22
6.5
35
9.4
21
5.9
34
8.8
20
6.7
36
8.9
18
6.5
33
Agentic AI - Order Management
Not enough data
5.8
13
Not enough data
5.4
13
Production Control - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
7.3
21
Not enough data
7.3
20
Not enough data
8.3
20
Production Monitoring - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
6.6
19
Not enough data
7.7
19
Data Collection and Analysis - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
6.9
20
Not enough data
4.6
19
Not enough data
5.1
18
Not enough data
5.4
18
Integration - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
4.6
19
Not enough data
6.5
19
Not enough data
4.2
17
Artificial Intelligence - Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Not enough data
5.0
19
Not enough data
5.2
18
Not enough data
5.2
19
Agentic AI - Manufacturing Execution System
Not enough data
4.6
9
Agentic AI - Accounting & Finance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
IBM Sterling Order Management and Katana Cloud Inventory are categorized as Order Management
Unique Categories
IBM Sterling Order Management has no unique categories
Katana Cloud Inventory is categorized as Job Shop Management, Discrete ERP, Manufacturing Execution System, Inventory Control, and Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
IBM Sterling Order Management
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Katana Cloud Inventory
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Retail
34.8%
Information Technology and Services
16.7%
Computer Software
9.1%
Financial Services
7.6%
Apparel & Fashion
4.5%
Other
27.3%
Manufacturing
25.3%
Consumer Goods
6.9%
Automotive
5.7%
Retail
4.6%
Medical Devices
4.6%
Other
52.9%
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Discussions
Will IBM Order Management help me monitor orders to ensure that they fulfilled on time?
2 Comments
Official Response from IBM Sterling Order Management
Yes, IBM Order Management proactively monitor orders to allow you to correct problem orders before they impact the customer and help ensure a positive...Read more
What is IBM Order Management?
1 Comment
Official Response from IBM Sterling Order Management
Order Management helps your company deliver a superior customer experience by enabling your company to execute and coordinate order fulfillment processes...Read more
Will IBM Order Management provide me with a foundation to provide Omni-channel offerings to my customers?
1 Comment
Official Response from IBM Sterling Order Management
Yes, IBM Order Management provides complete real-time global inventory visibility, sophisticated sourcing and fulfillment logic across all channels, and...Read more
Is there any plan to further build out the Quickbooks integration?
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Indeed, we are working on syncing ledgers to QuickBooks. This and other improvements to the QuickBooks integration are rolling out during 2020. We’ll make...Read more
I hope this application will be improved again and better
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Hi Pejuang,
It's been a while since your comment and we've made many updates and improvements — we hope you've found them useful for your...Read more
How do operators allocate materials to products in Katana?
1 Comment
Official Response from Katana Cloud Inventory
Hi Ryan,
Thanks for the question - I understand where you are coming from and it sounds like you are referring to floor-level pick lists functionality...Read more
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