Dolibarr

Dolibarr is an open-source software suite that manages organizational activities including contacts, quotes, invoices, orders, and human resources. It functions as a modular system where users enable only the specific tools required for their operations, allowing the interface to remain focused on the active business needs.

The software is deployed as a web application, allowing access via a local area network or the internet. It can be installed as a standalone application using packaged versions for Windows and various Linux distributions, via Docker images, or manually on any web server supporting PHP and a compatible database. This flexibility allows it to be hosted on local hardware or within cloud environments that meet the technical prerequisites.

Key features

• Third-party management for customers, prospects, and suppliers
• Product and service catalogues with stock and warehouse management
• Sales management covering commercial proposals, orders, and invoicing
• Purchase management including supplier requests and delivery reception
• Financial tools for bank account management and SEPA transfers
• Human resources tools for leave management, expense reports, and timesheets
• Collaboration tools including a shared agenda and project task management
• Support for multi-currency and multi-language localization
• REST and SOAP APIs for external integration

Written in PHP with JavaScript enhancements, the application uses a trigger and hook architecture to remain maintainable without a heavy framework. It supports MariaDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases. The system is designed for a wide range of users, from freelancers and small businesses to large companies and foundations. It includes specific tax and invoicing compliance features for various countries, such as Canadian double taxes and European directives, and adheres to GDPR data privacy rules. Users can further extend the system through a marketplace of third-party addons or by developing custom modules.

Dolibarr serves as a comprehensive ERP and CRM system for organizations requiring a customizable business management platform.