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WorkCell vs E2 Shop System

This page compares WorkCell, a modern shop floor platform, with E2 Shop System. E2 is legacy software that is no longer sold to new customers.

Founded: 1984HQ: Glastonbury, CTDeployment: Hybrid
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Where They Fall Short

Legacy Software

E2 Shop System is officially legacy software. ECI Software Solutions no longer develops the product for new customers. Existing users are being migrated to JobBOSS².

Source: ECI Software Solutions

Niche Functionality

The system is designed specifically for job shops. It does not include modules for ecommerce, field service, or asset management.

Source: Product analysis

Basic Reporting and HR

E2's business intelligence and reporting tools are basic. The human resources and payroll modules have limited functionality.

Source: ERPResearch.com

Limited Scalability

The system is not designed for companies with more than 500 users. Managing multiple sites or business entities requires workarounds.

Source: User reviews
Side-by-Side
Feature
WorkCell
E2 Shop System
Quoting & Estimating
Sales Order Management
Bill of Materials
Production Scheduling
Shop Floor Tracking
Inventory Management
Quality Management

E2 includes Certificate of Conformance (CoC) functionality.

Shipping & Logistics
Purchasing
Accounting Integration

E2 has basic built-in accounting and an integration with QuickBooks.

CRM

E2 has basic contact management but not a full CRM module.

Analytics & Reporting

E2's business intelligence and reporting capabilities are basic.

Mobile Access

E2 has an iPhone application available.

API / Integrations

E2 has limited integration capabilities.

WorkCell Strengths

Actively Developed Platform

WorkCell is a modern, cloud-native platform with active development and support. E2 is legacy software with no future updates planned.

Integrated CRM and Analytics

WorkCell includes a full CRM and advanced analytics dashboards. E2 only has basic contact management and limited reporting tools.

Built for Growth

WorkCell's architecture supports growing manufacturers and multi-site operations. E2 is designed for smaller, single-site shops and has scalability limits.

Who Each Is Right For

WorkCell

Any new software buyer, as E2 is not sold to new customers.
Manufacturers needing integrated CRM and business analytics.
Growing companies or those with multiple facility locations.
Shops looking for a modern, cloud-native platform with mobile access.

E2 Shop System

Existing E2 users who are not ready to migrate to JobBOSS².
Small, single-site job shops with stable, unchanging processes.
Companies that require specific E2 features and have no short-term growth plans.
Frequently Asked Questions

Is E2 Shop System still sold to new customers?

No. ECI Software Solutions no longer sells E2 to new customers. It is considered legacy software, and new buyers are directed to JobBOSS².

What is the main difference between WorkCell and E2?

WorkCell is a modern, actively developed cloud platform. E2 is an older client-server system that is no longer being updated.

How can I export my data from E2 Shop System?

Data can be exported using an Access database export utility. A CSV export is also available through the Technical Support Utility.

Does E2 have a full CRM system?

No. E2 includes basic contact management features but lacks the functionality of a dedicated CRM system for sales and marketing.

What is the typical implementation time for E2?

For existing customers or those migrating, the initial go-live timeline was typically one to three months.

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