Outgrowing Cin7 Core#
Cin7 Core handles ANZ SMB inventory well. Operational growth eventually exceeds its scope.
Signals You've Outgrown Cin7 Core#
- Multi-entity expansion (Cin7 organisations single-entity)
- CRM beyond customer records
- Manufacturing complexity (multi-level BOM with routing)
- Multi-channel growth exceeding connector capability
- Financial reporting depth
- B2B/wholesale complexity
- Compliance requirements
When NOT to Migrate#
Cin7 Core remains right fit when: - Operations single-entity SMB - Multi-channel within Cin7's capability - Manufacturing remains light - Xero handles accounting - Total complexity within Cin7 scope
Common Migration Targets#
OpsUI — Modular ERP, often cheaper than Cin7 as you add modules. NZ-built.
NetSuite — Multi-entity, broader scope. Higher cost.
MYOB Acumatica — ANZ-localised mid-market.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC — Microsoft ecosystem integration.
Sage X3 — Industry-specific editions.
Migration Timeline#
6-12 months typical: - Discovery: 4-6 weeks - Configuration: 10-20 weeks - Migration + testing: 4-8 weeks - Parallel: 4-8 weeks - Cutover: 4-8 weeks
Cost by target: - OpsUI: NZ$150,000-350,000 - NetSuite: NZ$300,000-600,000 - MYOB Acumatica: NZ$280,000-500,000 - Dynamics 365 BC: NZ$200,000-450,000
Common Mistakes#
- Migrating too early
- Wrong target selection
- Skipping parallel run
- Forgetting Xero handoff decision
See Also#
Migrating from Cin7 to a Full ERP, Cin7 Alternatives, Inventory Management Module Architecture.