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Alyante vs Microsoft Dynamics 365

Last updated October 2026

Looking for a European alternative to Microsoft Dynamics 365? Here's how Alyante compares, on EU hosting, GDPR and what it does.

Our pick for a European buyer: Alyante. We weight data residency, GDPR and EU jurisdiction above everything else — that is the constraint this directory exists to solve.

What it is
Modular ERP for complex, integrated business processes
Cloud-based CRM and ERP suite for sales, service, finance, and operations.
Headquarters
🇮🇹 IT
🇺🇸 US · 1975
EU data residency
not established
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for Dynamics 365 on request or via specific plans.
DSGVO / GDPR
Yes
Yes
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO 9001, ISO 14001
ISO 27001
Price from
No
$50/user/mo
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
RSoft WebExpress, bindCommerce, VOIspeed, Lybra Assistant, Microsoft Office
Microsoft 365, Power BI, Azure, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Outlook +4

Where each one wins

Alyante

Strengths

  • +Broad ERP coverage with accounting and business management in one system
  • +Reporting tools to monitor company performance
  • +Electronic invoicing integration for sending, receiving and archiving e-invoices
  • +Automation of incoming-invoice accounting after configuration
  • +Cloud access and mobile usability

Limitations

  • −Delayed or unanswered support tickets and chat
  • −Slow data entry and laggy workflows
  • −Rigid workflows with limited error correction options

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Strengths

  • +Seamless integration with Microsoft ecosystem
  • +Strong AI and analytics capabilities
  • +Highly customizable with low-code tools
  • +Scalable for large enterprises

Limitations

  • −High cost for full suite deployment
  • −Complex setup and configuration
  • −Steep learning curve for admins
  • −Limited flexibility for non-Microsoft integrations

Data residency & compliance

Alyante
Microsoft Dynamics 365
EU data residency
not established
Available on some plansEU data residency is available for Dynamics 365 on request or via specific plans.
Transfer mechanism
not established
Standard Contractual Clauses
Sub-processors
not established
Certifications
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO 9001, ISO 14001
ISO 27001

Pricing

Alyante

No published pricing we could verify.

Microsoft Dynamics 365

  • Dynamics 365 Sales Professional $65 per user/monthFull sales force automation · Built-in intelligence · Billed annually
  • Dynamics 365 Customer Service Professional $50 per user/monthOmnichannel customer service · Self-service portals · Billed annually
  • Dynamics 365 Finance $180 per user/monthFinancial management · Global compliance · Billed annually
  • Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Management $200 per user/monthEnd-to-end supply chain visibility · AI-driven demand forecasting · Billed annually

Pricing varies by module and region; enterprise plans may require custom quotes.

Features

Alyante

Administration, accounting and tax
Multicompany double-entry accounting, Configurable chart of accounts (up to five levels), VAT records and periodic settlements, Support for Italian tax obligations (F24, INTRASTAT, form 770)
Sales, purchasing and inventory
Sales process management, Purchase order handling, Warehouse and logistics tracking
Platform and working methods
Modular architecture, Designed to evolve with business needs, Web access via Polyedro
Manufacturing and product data
MES shop-floor data collection, Production simulation, Product configurators, PDM and document management

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Customer Engagement
Omnichannel customer service, AI-driven sales insights, Marketing automation, Case and knowledge management
Finance and Operations
Financial management and accounting, Supply chain management, Project management, Inventory and warehouse management
Business Intelligence
Power BI integration, Custom dashboards and reports, Predictive analytics, Real-time data visualization
Integration and Extensibility
Pre-built connectors for Microsoft 365, RESTful APIs for custom integrations, Azure Logic Apps support, Low-code/no-code customization