Vendor Management Software
SAP Ariba: features, pricing and who it fits
Large companies, especially those running SAP ERP, buy SAP Ariba for sourcing, supplier records and its big supplier network. Pricing comes through sales. Reviewers describe complicated configuration and give it a lower ease-of-use score of 7.9 on G2.
Who SAP Ariba is for
Best for
- Large enterprises already on SAP ERP
- Organizations that need global supplier network and heavy sourcing automation
Look elsewhere if
- Small and mid-size teams wanting quick setup
- Buyers who need public pricing
Fit by company size
| Category | 1-10 people | 11-50 people | 51-500 people | 500+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor Management Software | Poor fit | Poor fit | Workable | Strong fit |
| RFP and Sourcing Software (Buyer Side) | Poor fit | Poor fit | No data | Strong fit |
Strong fitWorkablePoor fitNo data from the vendor
SAP Ariba features
- Vendor repository
- Supplier management with Ariba Network connectivity
- Integrations
- Tight with SAP ERP (inferred)
- Pricing
- Quote only
- Vendor portal
- Ariba Network supplier side
Pros and cons
What users like
- Breadth of the suite
- Access to a large supplier network
Common complaints
- Complex setup and configuration
- May not fit specific workflows without customization
- Ease of use scored lower (7.9 on G2)
Integrations, security and hosting
Worth knowing before you buy
- G2 ease of use scores 7.9 versus 8.3 for Meets Requirements, so usability trails capability
- Review counts on G2 comparison pages vary from about 706 to 747 by snapshot
- Not designed for SMB procurement; no public price
