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What is TechnologyOne and is it the right ERP platform for your organisation?
TechnologyOne is an Australian-owned enterprise software provider offering a fully integrated SaaS ERP solution designed for government, education, healthcare, asset-intensive industries, and community services.
With a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand, TechnologyOne delivers a single platform to manage finance, supply chain, property, projects, payroll, and asset management.
Unlike global ERP providers with broad cross-industry models, TechnologyOne focuses on simplifying complex processes for sectors with high regulatory and compliance needs. Its strength lies in its deep localisation, strong public sector experience, and ability to deliver both back-office and citizen-facing services in one platform.
This page outlines what TechnologyOne offers, where it fits best, and how to assess whether it aligns with your strategic and operational goals.
Key features of TechnologyOne ERP
- Core financials including budgeting, forecasting, and multi-entity support
- Property and asset management with lifecycle tracking
- Payroll, HR, and workforce planning
- Procurement, contract, and supplier management
- Project costing and grant funding capabilities
- Reporting, dashboards, and analytics
- Self-service portals for employees, vendors, and citizens
- Cloud-first architecture with local compliance and security
Which organisations is TechnologyOne best suited for?
TechnologyOne is typically a strong fit for:
- Government agencies and local councils with regulatory and compliance needs
- Universities, TAFEs, and educational institutions managing student, staff, and finance systems
- Utilities, infrastructure, and asset-intensive industries
- Healthcare and community services operating in complex funding environments
- Organisations prioritising Australian support, security, and data sovereignty
Pros and cons of TechnologyOne ERP
Where TechnologyOne delivers value:
- Designed for ANZ-based government, education, and public service organisations
- Strong integration across finance, property, assets, and people
- Local support, local hosting, and regulatory alignment
- Proven platform for both operational and citizen-facing services
- Unified platform reduces the need for third-party tools
Where it may fall short:
- Less suited to global or private sector businesses with multi-country operations
- Customisation and workflow changes often require vendor or partner involvement
- May lack flexibility compared to modular or open ERP platforms
- UI and usability may lag behind newer ERP systems in some areas
Alternatives to TechnologyOne
Depending on your operating model and sector, alternatives to consider may include:
- Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP – for large, integrated government or education portfolios
- Workday – strong for HR, finance, and planning in education and public services
- Microsoft Dynamics 365 – modular ERP for mid-market government and not-for-profits
- SAP S/4HANA – deep functionality for large asset-intensive and infrastructure programs
- Unit4 – built for project-based and people-focused organisations
Compare these in our Cloud ERP Software Solutions Guide.
Planning your TechnologyOne ERP journey
Whether you’re considering TechnologyOne for the first time or reviewing its role in a broader transformation, SMC can help guide your path with clarity and confidence.
Expert insights from SMC
At Solution Minds Consulting, we’ve worked with government departments, universities, councils, and not-for-profits to assess and implement ERP platforms like TechnologyOne.
TechnologyOne can offer strong alignment to local governance, funding, and reporting requirements. But like any ERP, the key to success lies in choosing a platform that fits your internal capability, future strategy, and service delivery model. We help you evaluate fit-for-purpose options through a structured, vendor-neutral process.
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