ERP have traditionally been clunky and expensive, totally unlike the modern tools that non-enterprise internet users have. ERPNext is the solution: a fresh and modern Enterprise Resource Planning suite that feels more the apps that we have been used to on our tablets and mobile phones. And best of all? It's free for small business accounts with up to five users.

ERPNext used by over 500 companies already in more than 60 countries, and it's an open source ERP supported by over 1,500 active community members who've translated it into 30 languages. ERPNext also offers cloud hosting, serving all a business's needs in one place. ERPNext has been awarded the Best Open Source Application (BOSSIE) award twice in a row by InfoWorld.

ERPNext's innovative features include:
1.     A familiar and modern desktop interface with easy access to all features
2.     A Setup Wizard and expert support to help small businesses start
3.     Tools to aid in customer relations and selling, including opportunity tracking, order recording and email management
4.     Buying and inventory tools that let users raise material requests and track orders and inventory
5.     Manufacturing and production planning
6.     Billing and payments management, including customer billing and supplier invoice management
7.     Project management tools with time logs, tasks, billing, and tracking
8.     Tools for tracking employees' leave, attendance, expenses, and payroll
9.     A "Help Desk" to let small businesses easily receive and respond to customer complaints and issues
10.  Retail point-of-sale tools to record bills, payments and inventory reductions by location
11.  Website builder with support for product catalogs, shopping carts, blogs, customer portals, contact forms, and Google Analytics tracking
12.  A wide variety of reports, including Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss, Sales and Purchase Register, Project Gantt Chart, Item-wise Purchase History, Customer Acquisition and Loyalty, and more
13.  Role-based user permissions with the company
14.  Deep customization and full support for smartphones and tablets

ERPNext is the only ERP provider in the world that offers free accounts for up to five users. For small business owners, there's nothing to lose when signing up for ERPNext, and once the business grows they'll find affordable pricing plans that start at just $300 per year.