ERPNext is a 100% open-source Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software that provides a modern, comprehensive solution for managing business operations including accounting, inventory, manufacturing, CRM, HR, projects, and more.

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🚀 Overview

ERPNext is a full-featured, open-source ERP platform built to replace expensive proprietary systems like SAP or NetSuite. It integrates all core business functions into a single, customizable system, eliminating data silos, manual processes, and high licensing costs.

The project solves the problems of rigid, costly ERPs that lock businesses into vendor dependencies and per-user fees. It's built for small to medium businesses (SMBs), manufacturers, distributors, service providers, retailers, and large enterprises needing multi-subsidiary and multi-currency support.

Developed by Frappe Technologies, ERPNext was created to give businesses full ownership, flexibility, and scalability with no hidden paywalls—empowering users to modify, extend, and even resell the software.

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✨ Key Features

• Accounting: Full general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, multi-currency, financial statements, fixed assets, global tax compliance.
• CRM: Leads, opportunities, quotations, sales territories, SLA management, newsletters.
• Inventory & Procurement: Stock tracking (serial/batch), warehouses, purchase orders, supplier scorecards, procure-to-pay cycle.
• Manufacturing: Multi-level BOMs, production planning, work orders, subcontracting, quality inspections.
• Projects: Task tracking, timesheets, expenses, revenue recognition, cashflow.
• HR & Payroll: Employee lifecycle, attendance, payroll, asset management.
• Point of Sale (POS): Cloud-based, multi-store, shift management.
• Support & Website: Helpdesk, maintenance, customer portal, website builder.
• Customization: No-code/low-code workflows, forms, reports, dashboards, API-first integrations.
• Optional: Upcoming Frappe ecosystem apps like CRM, HR, LMS.

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🛠 Tech Stack

• Frontend: JavaScript (Frappe UI with Vue.js components)
• Backend: Python (Frappe Framework)
• Database: MariaDB
• Cache/Queue: Redis
• Auth: Frappe Auth (supports OAuth, LDAP, 2FA)
• Hosting: Frappe Cloud, self-hosted (Docker, Kubernetes, VPS)

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👥 Who Is This For?

This project is useful for:

• Businesses wanting an affordable, integrated ERP alternative to proprietary software
• Manufacturers and distributors handling inventory, production, and supply chains
• Service teams and agencies managing CRM, projects, support, and billing
• Developers and indie makers customizing open-source business apps

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📸 Screenshots / Demo

• Live demo: https://erpnext-demo.frappe.cloud/
• GitHub: https://github.com/frappe/erpnext

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🔥 Project Status

• 🟢 Actively building

Last updated: 2026-03-24

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❓ FAQ

Is this project free?

Yes / Open Source (100% free to use, self-host, modify, or resell. Pay only for hosting/implementation if needed, e.g., Frappe Cloud from $14/month.)

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Is the source code available?

Yes — https://github.com/frappe/erpnext

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Can I contribute?

Yes—file issues/PRs on GitHub, discuss on https://discuss.frappe.io/, contribute docs/videos, or join as partner/consultant via Frappe School.

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📬 Contact & Links

• Website: https://frappe.io/erpnext
• GitHub: https://github.com/frappe/erpnext
• Twitter/X: https://x.com/erpnext
• Email: support@erpnext.com

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