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HELIOS iNuvio vs Microsoft Dynamics 365

Last updated October 2026

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

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

What it is
ERP for SMEs with finance, production and BI modules
Cloud-based CRM and ERP suite for sales, service, finance, and operations.
Headquarters
🇨🇿 CZ
🇺🇸 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 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO 27001
Price from
No
$50/user/mo
Free plan
No
No
Open Source
No
No
Integrations
Helios Space / Inuvio Interface, REST API, AVAplace, Gatema WMS, Gatema MES ETH +8
Microsoft 365, Power BI, Azure, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Outlook +4

Where each one wins

HELIOS iNuvio

Strengths

  • +customizable workflows and interface
  • +improved visibility into records and orders
  • +full-text search and linked documents
  • +integrated modules reducing manual records and spreadsheets
  • +reporting and business intelligence capabilities
  • +consultant support for business process mapping

Limitations

  • −implementation can be demanding for companies with little prior ERP experience
  • −bespoke adjustments sometimes required to fit processes
  • −occasional report collisions requiring optimization

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

HELIOS iNuvio
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
DPA
not established
Sub-processors
not established
Certifications
ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701
ISO 27001

Pricing

HELIOS iNuvio

No published pricing we could verify.

Pricing available on request only.

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

HELIOS iNuvio

Accounting and finance
General ledger and financial statements, Invoicing and VAT records, Cash and asset management, Financial analysis and reporting
Warehouse and logistics
Multi-warehouse stock records, FIFO or average-cost valuation, Warehouse documents, stocktakes and storage locations, Barcode/WMS support, serial and batch tracking
Production
Technical production preparation, Costing and production variants, Capacity planning and traceability, Quality management and terminal data collection
Sales and customer processes
Offers and orders management, Pricing, discounts and retail checkout, Business partner and CRM records, E-shop connections
HR and payroll
Personnel and payroll administration, Attendance, training and medical records, Recruitment and selection processes, JMHZ employer report preparation

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