IBM Sterling Alternative
| Feature | Mercura | IBM Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Guided selling |  | |
| No-code rule authoring | | |
| 2D / 3D visualization during configuration | | |
| ERP-system integration | | |
| CRM-system integration | | |
| Multi-currency & multi-language support | | |
| Quote & document generation (branded proposals, BOM, PDF / Word) | | |
| Cloud-based SaaS platform (no installation needed) | | |
| On-premises / hybrid deployment |  | |
| Fast implementation time (Quick setup, minimal IT involvement) | | |
Choosing the Right CPQ for Your Business
Mercura CPQ vs IBM Sterling CPQ
Mercura CPQ
- Built for companies that value speed, simplicity, and flexibility.
- Designed for fast rollout, adjusted for your company’s complexity.
- No-code setup, easy to manage without IT or engineering skills.
- Flexible and scalable for sales teams, dealers, and online channels.
- Modern 2D/3D visualization for interactive product configuration.
- Cost-effective plans with full pricing transparency.
IBM Sterling CPQ
- Build for mid-market and large enterprises
- Visual Modeler and process modeling tools let configuration specialists define rules and workflows.
- Many of their customers add partner visualization engines.
- Simpler integrations can be rapid but complex, integrated rollouts take longer.
- Procurement typically involves enterprise licensing, implementation and ongoing support contracts.
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