Opstream vs. Zip

Procurement teams today need more than just basic tools — they need a platform that can scale, adapt, and integrate seamlessly with their evolving needs. That’s where Opstream stands out.

Zip offers basic procurement features, but when businesses need more robust orchestration, seamless integrations, and flexible workflows, Opstream is the platform they turn to. Opstream supports more complex procurement needs, helping companies streamline and scale operations without limitations.

How Opstream Addresses Procurement Challenges

Businesses using Zip often encounter challenges that limit efficiency and scalability, particularly as they grow:

  • Orchestration Limitations: Zip’s third-party integrations may need help scaling and managing complex workflows.
  • Basic AI Features: Zip offers some automation, but organizations looking for more advanced, tailored AI-driven processes often turn to Opstream for deeper customization.
  • Scaling for Larger Organizations: While Zip supports many mid-sized businesses, enterprise-level scaling can become more difficult without robust orchestration.

Opstream’s Key Benefits

1. Easy, Flexible Integrations

Opstream supports seamless integration with all major systems, making it easy for your organization to connect existing tools without the hassle of complex setups. One of our customers remarked, “We integrated Netsuite in just a few clicks.” Whether it’s ERPs, finance tools, or vendor management platforms, Opstream ensures smooth connectivity that fits right into your existing workflows.

2. Support for Direct and Indirect Spend

Opstream provides comprehensive orchestration for direct and indirect spending, simplifying procurement for organizations with diverse purchasing needs. ZipHQ, while valuable for indirect spend, may leave gaps for those managing direct procurement, making Opstream the ideal choice for companies with more complex procurement demands.

3. Fully Customizable Workflows

Opstream empowers your team with easily customizable workflows that you can adapt on the go. Unlike other platforms that require long wait times or additional implementation fees for changes, Opstream’s intuitive drag-and-drop workflow editor lets you adjust processes in real-time as your organization evolves — no coding or technical expertise is needed. This flexibility ensures that your procurement workflows stay aligned with your business’s needs.

4. Tailored AI-Powered Workflows
Opstream’s AI engine learns from your organization’s unique processes, automating tasks and improving efficiency by tailoring procurement workflows to fit your specific needs. This personalized approach ensures that your procurement operations are always optimized.
5. Prevent Duplicate Purchases

With Opstream’s Duplication Prevention feature, your team can avoid redundant software purchases by catching potential duplications early in the process. This proactive step saves time and resources while optimizing your software portfolio.

Why Companies Choose Opstream

Opstream has become the platform of choice for businesses that need a flexible, scalable, and intelligent procurement orchestration system. Our clients report fewer manual processes, faster cycle times, and more efficient resource allocation through streamlined procurement.

Flexible and Predictable Pricing

Opstream’s pricing model is designed to grow with your business, based on procurement volume and integration needs. This ensures transparency and flexibility, without the per-seat costs that can accumulate as your team scales.

Fast and Reliable Implementation

Opstream’s dedicated implementation team ensures that your procurement platform is up and running quickly. With in-house built integrations, deployment is smoother and more reliable, helping your team start realizing value sooner.

On average, our implementation time is less than 45 days.

Discover the Opstream Difference

Ready to see how Opstream can transform your procurement operations? Book a demo today to learn more about how we can help you streamline your processes and optimize procurement.