MYOB Acumatica vs MYOB AccountRight
Comparing MYOB Acumatica and MYOB AccountRight? This page breaks down the differences between the two, plus key considerations when upgrading from accounting software to an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. Designed for business leaders who want clarity, not complexity.
See how the solutions compare
Key questions | MYOB Acumatica | MYOB AccountRight |
|---|---|---|
What size business is this ERP best suited to? | Mid-size to large businesses | Small to mid-sized businesses |
Does it offer the flexibility to tailor workflows and features? | Yes. Configurable and scalable cloud-based ERP, designed to grow with your business needs and workflows | Yes. High level of system configuration – basic customisation for reports, forms, inventory and API for integrations |
Is it intuitive? | Yes. The intuitive, award-winning interface helps teams get up to speed quickly | Yes, highly user-friendly and intuitive, especially for new accounting software users |
Will it improve operational visibility? | Yes. Real-time visibility across finance, sales, inventory, and operations with robust reporting and cross-functional integration | Provides clear, real-time financial visibility (cash flow, invoicing, payroll). Limited insights into complex supply chain or broad operational metrics |
Does it support strategic forecasting and planning? | Yes. Advanced forecasting tools with real-time analytics, inventory management, and predictive insights for strategic planning | Provides simple budgeting and forecasting tools, primarily focused on short-term financial planning |
Does it meet ANZ compliance requirements? | Yes. Purpose-built for ANZ businesses, with built-in support for GST, STP, ATO, and IRD compliance | Designed for and regularly updated to meet ANZ compliance requirements – primarily supporting small to mid-sized business obligations |
What level of support and expertise is available? | Backed by a global user community, dedicated implementation teams, and local support with in-product assistance to ensure successful ERP rollout and operation | Exclusive access to AccountRight Priority Support phone assistance and one-to-one pre-booked sessions with expert agents. A knowledge base, mainly tailored to the needs of small and mid-sized clients |
Can it integrate with my current business applications? | Yes. Offers 170+ integrations with third-party applications, an open API and flexible architecture enabling seamless connectivity | Yes. A growing partner network with a focus on e-commerce, warehouse management, finance and job-management integrations |
Are ongoing system updates are provided? | Regular updates, cloud-based automatic improvements, and robust customer support network for ERP-specific needs | Yes. Monthly updates delivering new feature enhancements, ensuring up-to-date compliance and optimising performance |
What security measures and protections are in place? | Enterprise-grade security hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) with multi-factor authentication and strict data controls | Robust security for small and mid-sized business operations |
Streamline operations and fuel growth with ERP
If growth is creating complexity, upgrading to an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system like MYOB Acumatica will help you regain control. ERP unifies your operations on a single platform – automating processes, delivering real-time insights, and improving coordination across departments. The result: time savings, fewer errors, and a scalable foundation for future growth.
Scale with confidence as your business grows
MYOB Acumatica is a flexible, cloud-based ERP built to support long-term growth and increasing business complexity, offering seamless upgrades and advanced customisation. In contrast, MYOB AccountRight is a hybrid desktop solution with optional cloud access – ideal for smaller businesses, but with fewer options for scalability and customisation.
An integrated solution for complete visibility
Gain control across every part of your business. MYOB Acumatica offers deep integration across finance, operations, inventory, and more – supporting real-time tracking and consolidated reporting, even in complex or multi-entity environments. In comparison, MYOB AccountRight supports core accounting and basic inventory needs, making it a strong fit for SMEs needing efficient financial management, but lacks the broader integration and visibility required for more advanced operations.
Reduce costs and make smarter decisions
Cut errors and improve profitability with real-time insights that drive faster, more confident decisions. MYOB Acumatica automates critical processes across finance, operations, and supply chain – reducing overheads and improving margin control. In contrast, MYOB AccountRight automates everyday accounting tasks but is best suited to small-to-medium businesses, with less comprehensive workflow automation and scalability than MYOB Acumatica.
Save time with automated workflows
Free up valuable time with automation across finance, sales, and supply chain. MYOB Acumatica helps businesses save significant time each year by streamlining workflows such as approvals, audits, and cross-department processes. In contrast, MYOB AccountRight is designed for core accounting tasks but offers limited workflow automation outside finance – making it less suited to managing end-to-end operations at scale.
Implementing MYOB Acumatica
What does the MYOB Acumatica implementation journey look like?
Our proven approach prioritises business continuity, minimises risk, and accelerates ROI by aligning the system to your business needs from day one.
Planning:
We work with you to:
Identify key challenges and priorities
Maximise the benefits of cloud ERP
Align with your budget and ROI goals
Design:
We configure MYOB Acumatica to support your unique processes, ensuring the system fits the way you operate.
Test:
We rigorously validate functionality, data accuracy, and performance, and deliver focused training so your team can hit the ground running.
Go Live:
With staff trained and systems ready, you’ll quickly realise efficiency gains - and your ERP will scale as your business evolves.
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