Many of the usual suspects (such as Odoo and ERPNext) make their appearances in a list of top open source ERP solutions by Simukopa. However, the list also contains other notable entries include Dolibarr, which is billed as being well suited to smaller orgs and freelancers, and iDempiere, like the above covers a large complement of business functions. It even includes Apache’s OFBiz project (“Open for Business”), which provides a robust platform on which to build custom business solutions.
Source Digit Highlights Open Source Tools for Local Businesses
An article by Source Digit highlights how open source can cover a large portion of the tech needs for many types of small businesses. Covering inventory, ERP, CRM, web communications, and collaboration tools, segments such as retail or small-scale manufacturing could use this piece as a checklist. While work management isn’t covered explicitly, a number of ERP and collaboration solutions have rudimentary task tools built in as well.
Open Source Solutions Feature in Top 7 Affordable ERP List
Two open source entries appear in Software Advice’s list of top seven affordable ERP applications. Popular option ERPNext appears, with a focus on its asset and process management capabilities, as does OneHash, which features a breadth of functions and capable reporting.
Forbes Lists Odoo as a Key ERP Vendor for 2024
The Forbes insight into enterprise resource planning (ERP) and supply chain management (SCM) for 2024 includes a FOSS entry among all the commercial heavy hitters. Odoo, an open source platform supporting dozens of apps targeting functions like manufacturing, HR, marketing, productivity, and collaboration, is listed among segment giants like Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 and NetSuite.
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