Form vs. Function: Comparing Equipment Rental Software Programs
Arielle Cox
“Don’t judge a book by its cover” is a common cliché, but it brings with it a very valid point – especially when it comes to rental software. Choosing a system that truly supports efficient day-to-day operations is crucial for your busy schedule – and your long-term growth. A user-friendly interface is certainly important; however, what lies underneath is arguably more important.
Sure, there are several “flashy” ERPs to choose from, but they might not actually offer you the necessary tools you want or the platform integrations you need. And if they don’t actually support the way you work – either because they’re not flexible enough to support your company’s unique workflows or because they simply weren’t built for the specific needs of the rental industry – you’re going to spend more of your valuable time trying to fit a square peg into a round hole.
For instance - not every ERP system on the market lets you:
- Manage your rental assets and sales/dealership inventory on one consolidated system
- Accommodate non-standard billing options, such as exact-day billing or calendar billing
- Ditch your third-party accounting system and manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and your General Ledger on the same system you use for your other operations
- Move contracts directly into an automated dispatching planner to schedule your pickups and deliveries
At InTempo, we are proud to be the rental software of choice for some of the industry’s fastest-growing local and regional rental companies. In fact, some rental companies have used RentalMan for so long that their counter teams can write contracts in just a few minutes. Others have successfully positioned their business for an acquisition by emphasizing the foundation they already have on the RentalMan platform – an attractive proposition for some of the industry’s most well-known players.
It’s not just the robust functionality of RentalMan that makes the system such a reliable choice; InTempo also offers you nonstop support, industry-leading analytics, and real-world advice for your business. Whether your business is smaller or larger, you need a strong software solution that keeps up with your pace – not the other way around. Don’t get distracted by false promises, sparkly tactics, or showy yet underwhelming programs. Right out of the box InTempo gives you a platform you can integrate with and build on for the long haul.
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