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IQMS vs Ramco

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IQMS

ERP

Single database manufacturing ERP and MES, now sold by Dassault as DELMIAworks

From
$1200/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Ramco

ERP

Cloud ERP for aerospace, defense, and engineering

From
$2000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: IQMS dassault Systemes acquired the product in 2018 and renamed it, which changed the sales channel, the support relationship and the roadmap owner, so a buyer needs explicit commitments on release cadence rather than a history of independence that no longer applies.; Ramco pricing is not published
  • They diverge on capability: IQMS covers Single database ERP and MES, Ramco covers Financial management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which IQMS and Ramco actually diverge.

Attributes where IQMS and Ramco differ
AttributeIQMSRamco
Starting price$1200/month$2000/month
PlatformsCloud, On-premise, WebCloud, Web
Founded19941987

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (ERP).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in IQMS

  • Single database ERP and MES
  • Real time machine monitoring
  • Production scheduling
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Inventory and lot traceability
  • Financials

Only in Ramco

  • Financial management
  • Supply chain management
  • Manufacturing
  • Compliance
  • REST APIs
  • IoT systems
  • Third-party systems
  • Enterprise encryption

Both cover

  • Quality management
  • EDI

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

IQMS

  • An injection moulding or plastics processor that needs cycle level machine data to cost jobs accuratelynot Ramco
  • A repetitive discrete manufacturer running many short jobs where scheduling depends on knowing real machine availabilitynot Ramco
  • An automotive component supplier that must meet EDI release schedules and hold traceability to satisfy a customer auditnot Ramco
  • A plant currently reconciling an ERP against a separate MES and finding the two never agreenot Ramco

Ramco

  • Aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul managementnot IQMS
  • Engine MRO workflowsnot IQMS
  • Fleet technical management for airlines and operatorsnot IQMS
  • Flight operations alongside maintenance recordsnot IQMS
  • Defence asset managementnot IQMS

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

IQMS

  • Dassault Systemes acquired the product in 2018 and renamed it, which changed the sales channel, the support relationship and the roadmap owner, so a buyer needs explicit commitments on release cadence rather than a history of independence that no longer applies.
  • This is a discrete and repetitive manufacturing system, not a process one, so a batch producer needing formulation, potency, catch weight or co-product handling will hit capability gaps that configuration cannot close.
  • The product has an on premise heritage with an underlying commercial database, so a deployment carries database licensing and administration skills as costs that sit outside the ERP quote.
  • Its depth is on the shop floor rather than in the office, so organisations with complex multi-entity consolidation, international statutory reporting or sophisticated financial planning needs generally find the finance side thinner than the manufacturing side.
  • The knowledge base is split across two product names and two eras, so searching for help returns a mixture of IQMS-era community material and current DELMIAworks documentation, and it is not always obvious which applies to your version.

Ramco

  • Pricing is not published
  • The aviation line is the focus, so a buyer outside airlines, MRO, defence or rotorcraft is looking at a narrower fit than the ERP name suggests
  • Deployment options are not spelled out beyond multi-tenant capability

Pricing, plan by plan

IQMS

$1200/month
  • Standard$1200/month
    • Quality management
    • MES
    • Basic analytics
  • Premium$2500/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • AI capabilities
    • Priority support

Ramco

$2000/month
  • Core$2000/month
    • Financial management
    • Supply chain
    • Quality management
  • Enterprise$4000/month
    • Advanced modules
    • Compliance tools
    • Analytics

Which should you pick?

Choose IQMS if

  • You need single database erp and mes.
  • You work on Cloud, On-premise, Web.
  • You also want real time machine monitoring.
IQMS review

Choose Ramco if

  • You need financial management.
  • You work on Cloud, Web.
  • You also want supply chain management.
Ramco review

Questions people ask

Is IQMS or Ramco better?
Neither clearly leads. IQMS starts at $1200/month and Ramco at $2000/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, IQMS or Ramco?
IQMS starts at $1200/month and Ramco at $2000/month.
Does IQMS or Ramco run on more platforms?
IQMS runs on Cloud, On-premise, Web. Ramco runs on Cloud, Web.
What is IQMS best used for?
IQMS is most often used for an injection moulding or plastics processor that needs cycle level machine data to cost jobs accurately, a repetitive discrete manufacturer running many short jobs where scheduling depends on knowing real machine availability, an automotive component supplier that must meet edi release schedules and hold traceability to satisfy a customer audit, a plant currently reconciling an erp against a separate mes and finding the two never agree. Of those, an injection moulding or plastics processor that needs cycle level machine data to cost jobs accurately and a repetitive discrete manufacturer running many short jobs where scheduling depends on knowing real machine availability are not what Ramco is typically brought in for.
What can IQMS do that Ramco cannot?
IQMS covers Single database ERP and MES, Real time machine monitoring, Production scheduling, Preventive maintenance. Ramco covers Financial management, Supply chain management, Manufacturing, Compliance. Both handle Quality management, EDI.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

IQMS: Is IQMS the same as DELMIAworks?

Yes. Dassault Systemes acquired IQMS in 2018 and markets the product as DELMIAworks. The underlying application, EnterpriseIQ, is the same lineage, but contracts, support and the sales channel are now Dassault's.

Ramco: Does Ramco publish its pricing online?

No, Ramco does not publish pricing information on its website. The company focuses on product descriptions and customer testimonials instead.

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IQMS: Why choose this over an ERP plus a separate MES?

Because the interface between them is the usual failure point. One database means production status, scrap and costing agree by construction. The cost of that is a narrower product that suits a specific kind of manufacturer rather than any manufacturer.

Ramco: How can I get a quote from Ramco?

To obtain pricing details, customers are directed to use Ramco's contact form or reach out directly via email at [email protected].

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IQMS: Does it suit process or batch manufacturing?

No. It was built around discrete and repetitive production. Formulation, potency adjustment and co-product handling are the domain of process ERP and you should look at a specialist for that.

Ramco: What products does Ramco offer?

Ramco offers Aviation Software, ERP Software, Payce Global Payroll, and Logistics Software solutions, but pricing for these products is available only upon request.

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IQMS: What should I check before buying under the current ownership?

Ask for the published release history since the acquisition, the support escalation path, who implements it in your region and whether they are Dassault staff or a partner, and what integration with the rest of the Dassault portfolio is assumed in the roadmap.

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