A weclapp alternative for e-commerce: a comparison with collana diva now

weclapp alternative

weclapp is one of the established cloud-based ERP systems for German SMEs and covers a wide range of sectors. For some online retailers, this is precisely where the limitations lie: a cross-sector system maps e-commerce processes universally, but rarely with the depth required by growing online shops when dealing with returns, multichannel operations and campaign peaks.

A specialised alternative is collana diva now, our ERP solution for online retail based on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. The following comparison highlights the differences between the two systems and explains which is best suited to which users.

When a cross-sector ERP system reaches its limits in e-commerce

We come across these situations time and again in our consultations with online retailers:

  • Multiple sales channels plus returns require seamless synchronisation and rule-based processes.
  • Limited scope for adapting the system to their own sales processes is holding the team back.
  • A great deal of money is being invested in in-house technical developments to adapt the ERP system to the online shop.
  • Enterprise features are lacking for more complex processes in sales and retail.
  • During peak campaign periods such as Black Friday, backlogs and manual follow-up work arise.

Each of these issues compromises control and efficiency. A cross-sector ERP system can therefore hinder an online retailer’s international expansion or growth. This is where collana diva now comes in: the solution was developed specifically for online retail and brings together orders, stock, dispatch and returns within a single system.

A comparison of welclapp and Collana Diva Now

A quick look at the categories shows where the systems differ.

Status of the settlement: December 2025

Feature weclapp collana diva now
Add-ons Yes Yes
CRM integrated Yes Yes
Project Management Yes Yes
E-commerce integration Yes Yes
Power BI Analytics Partially (via API or connectors) Yes
Microsoft 365 suite Partially (via integrals) Yes, native
E-commerce specialisation To some extent (an industry-specific solution exists, but it is designed to be universal) Yes
LabelPort integrated No (not part of weclapp) Yes
Integrated multi-PSP hub Partially (PSP integrations via interfaces) Yes (Pay series)
AI features To some extent Optionally via Business Central
Basic ERP Own platform Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Open APIs REST API / Service Layer Business Central REST/OData APIs

All information regarding weclapp is based on publicly available information from the provider’s website (as at October 2025) and is provided for general guidance only. „weclapp“ is a registered trade mark of weclapp SE. It is mentioned here solely for comparison purposes.

The advantage of the Microsoft platform

The basis for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central makes all the difference when it comes to scalability, integration and growth.

Integration into day-to-day working life:

  • Edit Excel data directly, without importing or exporting
  • Teams for real-time collaboration
  • Outlook add-in for quotations and invoices, plus contact synchronisation
  • Power Automate for complex workflows

Scalability and security:

  • Tried-and-tested ERP with integrated CRM
  • High scalability thanks to cloud technology and add-ons
  • Global availability: an advantage when expanding abroad
  • Microsoft Azure security standards

E-commerce features

Online retailers need functions ranging from sales and marketing through to stock management and financial accounting. collana diva now covers these workflows in a single system. Here is an example from financial management:

  • Add companies and clients flexibly
  • International currencies, DATEV data transfer and document printing in the standard system
  • Reports by cost centres, cost objects, items and channels

You can find an overview of all the modules on the product page for collana diva now. For businesses that outgrow the scope of its features, there is collana diva the next phase of development, based on the same Microsoft platform, is ready.

Here’s how the switch from weclapp to collana diva now works

Our team will guide you through the process in a structured way so that you can start using the new ERP system quickly:

  1. Check-up and advice: At our first meeting, we’ll get to know each other and assess whether collana diva now is a good fit for your business model.
  2. Kick-off: We define the scope, prioritise modules and add-ons, and agree on the effort, investment and timeframe.
  3. Onboarding 1: We set up financial accounting, data migration, users and roles. Documents, email templates and processes are prepared.
  4. Onboarding 2: Next come the e-commerce processes, from purchasing and customer service to logistics. Where required, we integrate Power BI or interfaces with online shops, payment providers and delivery service providers.
  5. Final touches: Together, we test all processes and check whether modules, workflows and integrations are working as planned.
  6. Go-live: collana diva now is going live. Our team is overseeing the launch and monitoring the processes until everything is running smoothly.

In 8 to 12 weeks (depending on the project), you’ll be working with the complete solution, including the online shop integration and CRM. If you’re still at the early stages of your selection process, our ERP orientation and selection workshop in making the decision.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about switching

Is Collana Diva Now an alternative to Weclapp for the retail sector?

Yes, collana diva now is tailored to e-commerce processes. Even the basic package covers finance, customer service and fulfilment. Add-ons can be used to enhance the solution as required, whilst management remains centralised within a single platform.

What features does collana diva now offer for e-commerce?

collana diva now combines stock management, order processing, dispatch, returns, CRM and financial accounting in a single system. The LabelPort dispatch module and the collana pay payment hub are integrated.

Our processes are tailored to weclapp. How do we go about making the switch?

As a first step, we analyse your existing processes and assess which of them can be mapped within the standard collana diva now system. For the remainder, we define modules and add-ons during the kick-off meeting. We plan the data migration together as part of the onboarding process.

How much work does it take to switch to collana diva now?

The migration follows a structured six-step process, from the initial consultation through to go-live. Typically, the implementation takes between 8 and 12 weeks, depending on the complexity of the project.

Does Collana Diva Now support international set-ups?

Yes, international currencies are standard. Thanks to its Microsoft-based architecture, the solution is available worldwide, which is an advantage when expanding into foreign markets.

weclapp is a robust cloud-based ERP system for businesses seeking a cross-sector solution with user-based licences. For those growing in e-commerce, managing multiple channels and seeking an ERP solution with native Microsoft integration, an integrated payment hub and a shipping module, collana diva now offers a strong alternative.

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