| | CMiC | GENERIC ERP | LOW END ACCOUNTING SYSTEM |
| Data Model | All software created on same unified data model | Bolted together from different applications | Not able to handle large volume necessary for large companies |
| Upgrades | All functions remain from last version | Custom to each company, so each upgrade different | Limited functionality with upgrades – just the basics |
| Technology | Cutting edge- ahead of the curve but easy to maintain with a small IT department | Technology stack too large and unwieldy - not easy to maintain and requires large IT staff | Low end technology stack that doesn’t have the capability to handle large volume |
| Customization | All customization written into standard product | Each system different, so customization varies and there is no standardization | Minimal customization provided |
| New Products for Construction | Constantly developing new products for the industry | Not designed for the construction industry – modifies products designed for other industries | Struggles to keep up with the shifting demands of the industry |
| Availability from the Field | 100% Web based with mobile options, no programming required | Heavy programming required in order to suit the needs of the field and accounting | Limited to no options |
| Implementation and Support | Performs own implementations with experienced staff, and all support done in-house | Done by 3rd parties that have no control over the product | Done through re-sellers/consultants that have competing interests |
| Workflow for Construction | Out of the box | Requires heavy programming | No options or limited to AP |
| Business Intelligence | Ad Hoc querying and project analytics provides essential project information | Requires heavy programming | No options, or provided by 3rd parties |
| Business Model | Designed to over service mid to large companies in the construction/capital project owner space | Industry is an after thought | Attempts to service small as well as large contractors – can’t handle both ends of the spectrum |
| Ownership | Owned by original owner and staff that designed the product still at the company | Large multi-nationals | Owned by private equity that have no interest in the long-term viability of the industry |
