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Migrate your Epicor Eclipse data

Distribution-focused ERP for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and PVF wholesale distributors running on a Rocket UniVerse NoSQL database. Eclipse's MultiValue architecture makes every migration a specialized extraction project, not a standard SQL export.

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In its favor

Why people choose Epicor Eclipse

The signal that keeps Epicor Eclipse on the shortlist. Sourced from G2, Capterra, and customer scoping calls.

Industry-specific design for electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and PVF distributors with built-in rebate tracking, counter/POS, and RF product scanning features.

Strong inventory and order management with multi-screen hot-key navigation that experienced Eclipse users find efficient for high-volume counter sales.

Integrated sales, supply chain, warehouse, and financial management under one platform for mid-market wholesale distributors.

Deep distribution features including cross-docking, vendor management, purchase analysis, and product lifecycle tracking.

Established customer base of major distributors like Rexel USA and Johnstone Supply gives new buyers confidence in platform longevity.

Eclipse lacks a true cloud-native version, pushing organizations toward Kinetic or competing cloud ERPs for scalability and remote access.

The character-based green screen interface feels outdated compared to modern web-based ERPs, creating friction for new employees and remote teams.

Limited built-in reporting and analytics capabilities require significant customization or third-party tools to gain actionable insights.

Integration with modern CRM, e-commerce, and MES systems is challenging without custom development, creating data silos.

Rising per-user costs ($120-200/month) and implementation fees drive organizations to evaluate lower-cost cloud alternatives.

Reasons to switch

Why people leave Epicor Eclipse

The recurring reasons buyers give for replacing Epicor Eclipse. Presented as facts, not knocks.

Platform scorecard

Strengths, weaknesses, and where Epicor Eclipse fits

Grades across six dimensions, plus a SWOT-style view of where the platform shines and where it falls short.

SWOT — strengths, weaknesses, and use-case fit

Strengths

Specialized for wholesale distribution with counter/POS, cross-docking, RF scanning, and rebate tracking built in.Strong multi-warehouse inventory management with bin locations, lot/serial tracking, and drop-ship capabilities.Integrated financial management including AR/AP, credit management, and multi-currency for distributors.Hot-key interface (F11) allows rapid data entry for high-volume counter sales environments.Epicor Data Analytics (EDA) provides cloud-based dashboards and pre-built reports from Eclipse data.

Weaknesses

No true cloud-native version exists; organizations must move to Epicor Kinetic for cloud deployment.UniVerse NoSQL database requires specialized extraction tools and transformation logic not needed for SQL-based ERPs.Character-based green screen interface is dated and creates steep learning curve for new and remote users.Limited analytics and reporting require custom development or third-party tools to achieve modern BI expectations.Custom UniBASIC programs and EDA configurations do not migrate automatically and may require redevelopment.

Where it works

Mid-market electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and PVF wholesale distributors (51–1,000 employees) running high-volume counter sales from on-premise servers in the US.Multi-warehouse distribution operations requiring bin locations, lot/serial tracking, cross-docking, drop-ship workflows, and integrated rebate management for vendor programs.Organizations with experienced Eclipse users who are proficient in hot-key navigation (F11) and prefer rapid multi-screen data entry over GUI workflows.Wholesale distributors with established Quote → Order → Job → Material → Labor → Shipment → Invoice → Financials workflows that have run unchanged for years.On-premise deployments where IT teams can maintain Linux servers and UniVerse database infrastructure without requiring multi-tenant cloud access.

Where it struggles

Organizations requiring true cloud-native deployment with multi-tenant SaaS access, remote-first operations, or geographically distributed teams working outside the office.Wholesale distributors needing modern e-commerce storefronts, seamless CRM integration, or MES connectivity without extensive custom development work.Businesses with high employee turnover or rapid scaling plans where the steep learning curve of the green screen interface creates operational friction.Companies expecting built-in advanced analytics, interactive BI dashboards, and real-time reporting without relying on EDA add-ons or third-party tools.Mid-size distributors evaluating total cost of ownership given per-user costs ($120–200/month) and significant implementation fees for on-premise infrastructure.

Pricing tiers

Epicor Eclipse pricing overview

Epicor Eclipse does not publish pricing publicly. Third-party estimates range from $120-200 per user per month depending on modules selected, with additional implementation, training, and customization costs. Mid-market distributors with 50-500 employees typically see total implementation costs ranging from $50,000 to $500,000+ depending on scope.

Custom (sales-led)

Tier 1 of 1

Analyst estimates ~$120–$200/user/month for core ERP access

What's included

Vertical-specific ERP for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and PVF wholesale distributorsTiered subscription model with annual or multi-year contracts (per analyst sources)Module activation, company size, and deployment model drive pricingCloud or on-premises deployment availableImplementation, customisation, and integration scoped separatelyContact Epicor sales for tailored quote — no list pricing on epicor.com

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What gets migrated

Epicor Eclipse object support

Object-by-object support for Epicor Eclipse migrations. Per-pair details surface during scoping.

Customers

Mapping required

Eclipse stores customer records in file-based UniVerse dictionaries. We extract via REST API or direct file parsing, normalize address structures (which use dynamic arrays), and map customer-specific pricing, credit limits, and rebate groups to the destination's account model.

Suppliers

Mapping required

Vendor records in Eclipse include PO history, rebate terms, and EDI capabilities. We extract the vendor master, transform multi-value buying codes, and preserve terms and classifications in the destination vendor table.

Parts / Products

Mapping required

Part records contain dynamic attributes, substitute/replacement chains, and warehouse-specific stocking data stored as dynamic arrays. We flatten these into standard product tables, flagging user-defined fields that require custom mapping.

Open Sales Orders

Mapping required

Open orders link to customer, part, pricing, and warehouse records. We extract order headers and line detail, preserving order-specific discounts and notes, then insert into the destination's open order table with source reference for reconciliation.

Open Purchase Orders

Mapping required

PO records include vendor terms, line items, and receiving status. We extract open POs, map them to destination purchase orders, and flag partially-received orders that require careful line-level migration.

Inventory / Stock

Mapping required

Eclipse tracks on-hand, allocated, and on-order quantities per warehouse per part using multi-value fields. We extract warehouse-level quantities, map bin/location data, and validate that on-hand values match after insertion.

Chart of Accounts

Mapping required

Account structures in Eclipse use non-standard numbering and can include divisions and cost centers in the same field. We extract account masters, segment them per destination requirements, and map existing posting codes to the target system's account structure.

Open AR / AP

Mapping required

Outstanding invoices and vouchers are extracted with full aging data, customer/vendor references, and payment terms. We preserve open invoice totals, aging buckets, and apply-to information for reconciliation post-migration.

Historical Transactions

Mapping required

Sales and purchase history spanning 2-5 years is available in Eclipse since it does not auto-purge. We scope historical transactions based on customer requirements (orders, invoices, payments, RMAs), summarize closed jobs, and flag archived documents that should be linked externally rather than imported.

Quotes / Estimates

Mapping required

Quote history is optional for migration given cost-benefit tradeoffs. We extract open quotes in full detail and summarize closed quote statistics, noting that Eclipse stores quote lines with configuration and pricing logic that may require transformation.

Tax Codes

Mapping required

Tax jurisdiction assignments and rates are tied to customer ship-to locations. We extract the tax code master and associated jurisdiction mappings, flagging any tax code logic embedded in custom UniBASIC programs.

Departments / Cost Centers

Mapping required

Eclipse organizations may use cost centers as part of the account structure rather than as standalone entities. We extract department definitions and map them to the destination's org structure or account segments.

Documents / Attachments

Mapping required

Eclipse stores document images and attachments in file repositories. We extract document references and metadata, noting that image files may require separate file transfer rather than API insertion.

Employees / Users

Mapping required

User records include role assignments, warehouse access, and salesperson links. We extract the user/employee master, map to destination users with role preservation, and flag inactive accounts for review.

Gotchas

What to watch for in Epicor Eclipse migrations

Issues we've hit on past Epicor Eclipse migrations, tagged by severity. FlitStack AI handles every one — surfacing them up front because buyer engineering teams want to know.

High

UniVerse MultiValue extraction requires non-standard tools

High

Performance degradation post-Kinetic migration

High

End-to-end workflow must be validated as a chain

Medium

Historical data scoping determines migration cost

Medium

Integration connections require separate migration planning

How a Epicor Eclipse migration works

Four steps, Epicor Eclipse-specific

Connect

API key and session-based authentication (platform-specific configuration) into Epicor Eclipse. Scopes limited to read-only on the data we move.

Map

We translate Epicor Eclipse-specific structures (custom fields, objects, value lists) to the destination's model.

Sample

Test with a 50–200 record subset to validate Epicor Eclipse quirks before production.

Migrate

Full migration with Epicor Eclipse rate-limit handling. Rollback available throughout.

FAQ

Epicor Eclipse migration FAQ

Answers to the questions buyers ask most during Epicor Eclipse migration scoping. Not seeing yours? Book a call.

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Most Epicor Eclipse migrations under 1M records finish in 48–72 hours end-to-end. Larger orgs with custom objects or buyer-side security review typically take 5–7 days.

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