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What Is Phocas Software?

If your business needs to move faster with more certainty, Phocas can help. We have an all-in-one business planning and analytics platform for companywide use. A single governed source of truth fed directly from your ERP, accounting, and other systems. Phocas solves the pains mid-market businesses have with gaining insights, reporting, tracking performance, managing sales teams, planning spend, managing cashflow, building budgets, forecasting and doing month end.

Who Uses Phocas Software?

Mid-market and enterprise businesses looking for an all-in-one business planning and analytics solution.

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Reviews of Phocas Software

Average score

Overall
4.8
Ease of Use
4.5
Customer Service
4.6
Features
4.6
Value for Money
4.6

Reviews by company size (employees)

  • <50
  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001

Find reviews by score

5
79%
4
21%
3
1%
Khallyl
Khallyl
Data Specialist in Philippines
Verified LinkedIn User
Marketing & Advertising, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Powerful Business Intelligence Tool - Phocas Software

5.0 9 months ago

Comments: It's important to note that the cons of Phocas software will depend on your specific needs and circumstances. It's recommended that you evaluate each software's (exam. Tableau, Microsoft PowerBI, etc.) features, pricing, and customer reviews to determine which one will work best for your business.

Pros:

I highly recommend Phocas software for any business looking for a user-friendly, real-time analytics solution. The customizable dashboards and robust data modeling capabilities make it easy to create a single source of truth for your organization. Plus, the seamless integration with other business applications and mobile access means you can access critical information from anywhere. And with dedicated customer support, you can be sure you're getting the most out of the software. Overall, I'm very impressed with Phocas software and would definitely recommend it to others.

Cons:

While Phocas software has many advantages, there are also some potential drawbacks to consider. Users may find that some customization options are limited, and the software can have a steep learning curve for those who are not familiar with business intelligence solutions. Additionally, Phocas software may have fewer data visualization options and may not integrate with all the data sources that your organization uses. Finally, It can be relatively expensive, which could be a barrier for some businesses, especially small businesses.

Phocas Software Response

5 months ago

Hi Khallyl, thanks for taking the time to leave us such a thorough review! To help get you familiar with the customization options available, please be sure to check out online library of how-to videos that cover various aspects of Phocas products: https://www.phocassoftware.com/academy And if you're missing a data source in your solution that is critical to your organization, please let us know ([email protected]), we'd love to help keep you feeling great about your data! Warm regards, Mike Hills Global Head of Customer

Noam
Founder in US
Media Production, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

Powerful Business Intelligence Tool - Phocas Software

5.0 10 months ago

Comments: I have had a great experience with Phocas Software. The user interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy to access and understand the various data points. Additionally, the powerful and comprehensive capabilities of the software enable businesses to gain valuable insights into their operations and performance. The only downside I have experienced is the cost, as the software can be quite expensive.

Pros:

Phocas Software is an incredibly powerful and comprehensive business intelligence tool that can help businesses gain valuable insights into their operations and performance. With Phocas Software, users can quickly and easily access real-time data and analytics to help them make better decisions and optimize their operations. The user interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it easy to understand the various data points and use them to inform decisions.

Cons:

While Phocas Software is an incredibly powerful and comprehensive business intelligence tool, it can be difficult to set up and configure. Additionally, the cost of the software can be quite expensive, depending on the features and functionality you need.

Phocas Software Response

5 months ago

Hi Noam, thanks for leaving us a review, it's awesome to hear that you're having a great experience with Phocas. We like to make our pricing as all-inclusive as possible, by including all our implementation costs and data warehousing costs up-front. And as part of our process we want to make sure that an investment in Phocas really pays off for you, leaving you feeling great about your data. If you require assistance or have any suggestions, please send us an email at [email protected] Warm regards, Mike Hills Global Head of Customer

Clare
CE in UK
Medical Devices, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1+ year
Reviewer Source

I feel like it can be a useful tool, if you are in the know!

3.0 4 years ago

Comments: I would suggest a simple user guide to come up the first time you log in, so you are aware of the real potential of this software.

Pros:

Once you have been shown how to use this software, it can be a very useful tool, especially for us as CEs who aren't directly involved with the Sales side of the business.

Cons:

Unless someone is a pro on Phocas, it is difficult to navigate your way around it and completely understand how to use it.

Jim
Sales & Marketing Manager in US
Wholesale, 11–50 Employees
Used the Software for: 2+ years
Reviewer Source

Alternatives Considered:

Phocas has helped us keep our salespeople on task

5.0 4 years ago

Comments: Phocas software is great! We are just scratching the surface with what it can do and look forward to using this more.

Pros:

We have used Phocas since 2008 and have always liked how fast we can generate reports. The reports that I have setup to e-mail keep me informed on key indicators in our business. We started using CRM a couple of years ago and like how easy it is for our salespeople to enter calls on their mobile device.

Cons:

I would like to see a better way to track and run reports on leads in CRM. Sometimes upgrades and support take a little longer the we would like.

Benoy
Group IT Manager in Botswana
Automotive, 501–1,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 6-12 months
Reviewer Source

Phocas Software will definitely change the traditional way of reporting.

5.0 9 months ago

Comments: I love Phocas reporting and this has helped our branches and our operations in a big way, and we can see our company performance as a whole at once. No need to check different reports to analyse data - Use Phocas -all under one umbrella.

Pros:

Phocas software is highly User firendly than compared to Microsoft Power BI. We were using PBI and attracted to buy Phocas immediately after first demo. The software is fantastic but not necessary for small organisations.

Cons:

Phoca software is good in all aspecrts but the pricing needs to be revised to accommodate small organisations with minimum modules.

Phocas Software Response

5 months ago

Hi Benoy, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, and great to hear that you're finding Phocas a lot easier to use than Power BI! A big part of our process is conducting a comprehensive needs assessment to ensure Phocas is the right fit for your business. We strive to provide pricing that is all all-inclusive and avoids hidden costs like consultants and data warehousing. If you require assistance or have any further suggestions, please send us an email at [email protected] Warm regards, Mike Hills Global Head of Customer