ERPNext & Frappe

The Open-Source ERP
That Actually Works

ERPNext is a complete, open-source business management system. We implement it for Kenyan businesses — from initial setup to custom development and ongoing support.

v16
Current Version
10+
Core Modules
Open
Source (AGPL)
KE
TIMS | eTims

What is ERPNext?

ERPNext is a fully open-source ERP built on the Frappe framework. It replaces the sprawl of disconnected spreadsheets, accounting software, inventory tools, and HR systems with a single, integrated platform — all for the cost of hosting.

Unlike proprietary ERP systems that cost hundreds of thousands of shillings in licensing, ERPNext is free to use. You pay for implementation expertise and hosting — not per-user license fees.

It's used by thousands of companies globally — from small traders to large multi-branch enterprises. The Frappe community is one of the most active open-source communities in enterprise software.

  • No per-user licensing — add as many users as you need without the bill climbing.
  • Cloud Based — Hosted on Frappe Cloud; dual backups & redundancy.
  • Fully customisable — Frappe's low-code framework makes custom fields, forms, and workflows fast to build.
  • Active development — constant updates; security patches regularly.

Replace Quickbooks/Tally & Excel

ERPNext's Accounts module is a full double-entry accounting system — chart of accounts, journals, bank reconciliation, VAT, and financial reports.

Replace Disconnected Software

Stock, warehousing, item variants, serial numbers, batch tracking, and reorder points — all connected to your sales and purchasing flows. Throw in CRM, Helpdesk or custom modules.

Replace HR/Payroll Spreadsheets

Leave management, attendance, payroll (Kenya-compliant), appraisals, and employee records — in one place, integrated with accounts.

Integrations

Need something totally custom, but integrated? Frappe Framework makes it possible! TIMS / eTims / Whatsapp / Email / Approvals on mobile? Yeah!


Modules We Implement

We configure and customise the modules that matter to your business — not a one-size-fits-all rollout.

Accounting & Finance

Stock & Inventory

Buying

Selling

HR & Payroll

Manufacturing

Projects

CRM

Features We Love

After implementing ERPNext across many businesses, these are the capabilities that consistently deliver the most value.

Real-Time Financial Reports

Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow — updated the moment a transaction is posted. No waiting for month-end, no manual consolidation.

Frappe Workflow Engine

Build multi-step approval workflows visually — purchase orders above KES 50k go to a manager, then CFO, with email notifications at each stage. No coding required.

Low-Code Customisation

Add custom fields to any form without touching the database. Write server-side logic in Python, client-side in JavaScript — using Frappe's documented hooks system.

Multi-Company & Multi-Branch

Run multiple legal entities from the same instance. Consolidated reporting across companies, with strict data isolation between them.

Scheduled Automation

Auto-generate repeat invoices, send payment reminders, reorder stock when it hits minimum level, and email reports on a schedule — all configured in the UI.

Full Mobile Access

ERPNext is fully responsive. Approve purchase orders, check stock levels, or review customer accounts from any phone — no app install needed.

Dynamic Print Templates

Jinja-based print templates with drag-and-drop designer and full HTML/CSS control. Auto-email documents on events — e.g. send a PDF immediately when a TIMS-signed invoice is saved.

Scheduled Reports & Alerts

Schedule any report — including custom reports — to be emailed to the right people at the right time. Set alerts for events like low stock, overdue invoices, or approval requests.

Built & Localised for Kenya

We implement ERPNext with Kenya-specific configuration from day one — not as an afterthought. KRA compliance, Safaricom M-Pesa, NHIF, NSSF — everything wired in before you go live.

  • KRA iTax invoicing — electronic tax invoices formatted to KRA requirements.
  • M-Pesa STK Push — trigger payments from Sales Invoices, auto-reconcile C2B.
  • NHIF & NSSF — current Kenya deduction bands, Tier I/II NSSF calculations.
  • KRA PAYE tables — payroll tax with the current Kenya resident tax bands.
  • Kenya chart of accounts — pre-configured for local accounting conventions.

Frappe Cloud Hosting

Managed hosting by the ERPNext creators — automatic backups, security patches, and uptime guarantees. We handle the setup and migration.

Support

We provide ongoing support and maintenance to ensure your ERPNext implementation continues to meet your business needs. Want to migrate away? No worries, data is yours! No lock-in!

Our Customizations

We've built Kenya-specific Frappe apps in-house and released most of them as open source - supporting the community. View our customizations →

How We Implement ERPNext

Every implementation follows the same structured process so you always know what's happening and what comes next.

1

Discovery

We map your current workflows, identify gaps, and agree on scope before any configuration begins.

2

Configuration

Setup, data migration, custom fields, workflows, and Kenya-specific localisation.

3

Training & Go-Live

Hands-on training for your team and support through your first live transactions.

4

Support

Continuous updates, new features, and ongoing development as your business grows.

Ready to replace the spreadsheets?

Tell us about your business and we'll put together a realistic proposal — scope, timeline, and fixed pricing.

Did you know?

BOTH cecypo.com and cecypo.tech are built using Frappe Builder?