Open-Source ERP · aureuserp

aureuserp

AureusERP is a free, open-source Enterprise Resource Planning platform built on Laravel 13 and FilamentPHP 5, designed for SMEs and larger organizations. It provides modular functionality covering accounting, inventory, HR, manufacturing, CRM, and project management through a plugin system, allowing teams to install only needed features.

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Source: GitHub — github.com/aureuserp/aureuserp

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License (OSI-approved)

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Field	Value
Repository	aureuserp/aureuserp
Owner	aureuserp
Primary language	PHP
License	MIT — OSI-approved
Stars	11.4k
Forks	496
Open issues	72
Latest release	v1.4.0 (2026-05-13)
Last updated	2026-07-08
Source	https://github.com/aureuserp/aureuserp

What aureuserp is

PHP 8.3+ application using Laravel 13 framework with FilamentPHP 5 admin panel, Livewire 4 for real-time updates, and TailwindCSS 4 for UI. MySQL 8.0+ or SQLite 3.8.3+ backend; supports role-based access control via Filament Shield and multi-language localization.

Quickstart

Get the aureuserp source

Clone the repository and explore it locally.

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1git clone https://github.com/aureuserp/aureuserp.git2cd aureuserp3# follow the project's README for install & configuration

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Best use cases

Mid-Market Manufacturing & Distribution

Organizations needing integrated inventory, manufacturing orders, BOM management, and purchase/sales order tracking. Modular plugin approach lets you activate only Manufacturing, Inventories, Accounting, and related modules.

Custom ERP Development for Clients

Agencies building tailored ERP solutions can use AureusERP as a foundation, extending via the plugin system and Laravel customization. MIT license permits derivative works and commercial delivery.

Multi-Department Operations (Finance, HR, Sales, Warehouse)

Growing organizations managing accounting, invoicing, employee records, recruitment, and warehouse operations benefit from the unified modular platform without paying per-seat licensing.

Implementation considerations

PHP 8.3+, Composer 2.0+, Node.js 18+, and MySQL 8.0+ (or SQLite) required; ensure infrastructure meets these before beginning.
Installation via `php artisan erp:install` initializes database, permissions (Filament Shield), and admin account; plan data migration from legacy systems separately.
Plugin system allows phased rollout—core plugins (Analytics, Chatter, Security, etc.) are required; installable plugins (Accounting, Inventory, Manufacturing, HR, CRM, Projects) can be activated per business phase.
Role-based access control is built in via Filament Shield; define your organizational structure and permission matrix early.
Multi-language support is available; localization strategy (language packs, RTL support) should align with team and customer base needs.

When to avoid it — and what to weigh

Enterprise-Grade Compliance & Audit Requirements — Project is only ~1.5 years old (created Jan 2025, latest release May 2026). Heavily regulated industries (banking, healthcare, public sector) requiring certified audit trails, SOC2, or industry-specific certifications should verify maturity carefully.
Zero Technical Operations Overhead Wanted — Self-hosted open-source ERP requires database administration, PHP/Laravel DevOps knowledge, and security patching. Cloud-hosted option exists but is separate from the core project.
Immediate Large Ecosystem of Integrations — No clear data on pre-built connectors to SAP, NetSuite, Salesforce, accounting platforms, or payment gateways. Integration capability exists (Laravel/API-based) but must be evaluated per requirement.
Mission-Critical, Zero-Downtime Operations — 72 open issues and active development indicate ongoing refinement. High-frequency transaction environments should conduct stability and performance benchmarking before production deployment.

License & commercial use

MIT License (permissive OSI-approved license). Allows free use, modification, distribution, and commercial derivative works, provided original license and copyright notice are retained. No warranty or liability provided by authors.

MIT license permits commercial use, including building products or services on top of AureusERP and reselling to clients. No commercial support contract, SLA, or liability guarantee is implied; consider purchasing professional services or support plans separately if production stability is critical.

DEV.co evaluation signals

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Signal	Assessment
Maintenance	Active
Documentation	Adequate
License clarity	Clear
Deployment complexity	Moderate
DEV.co fit	Strong
Assessment confidence	High

Security considerations

Role-based access control and Filament Shield integration are built in. However, project is ~1.5 years old; no explicit mention of security audit, vulnerability disclosure policy, or OWASP compliance. Self-hosted deployments require proper SSL/TLS, firewall rules, database access controls, and regular patching of PHP/Laravel/dependencies. Clarify data encryption, backup strategy, and incident response procedures before production use.

Alternatives to consider

Odoo (Open Source or SaaS)

Mature, widely-deployed ERP with extensive third-party ecosystem, built-in e-commerce, and professional support. Steeper learning curve and less modular than AureusERP, but battle-tested in enterprise.

ERPNext (Frappe Framework)

Python-based, fully open-source, strong community. Covers accounting, inventory, HR, CRM comprehensively. Less modern frontend (compared to Filament/TailwindCSS) but deep feature maturity.

inoERP

Lightweight PHP-based open-source ERP, simpler architecture. Lower adoption and community than AureusERP; good for very small teams or custom fork-and-modify projects.

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aureuserp FAQ

Can we modify and redistribute AureusERP under MIT license?

Yes. MIT allows modification and redistribution, including commercial products, provided the original MIT license and copyright notice are included. No attribution in user-facing materials is required by MIT, but best practice is to credit original authors.

Is AureusERP suitable for our enterprise with 500+ users?

Potentially, but requires validation. Project is relatively new (~1.5 years); no public benchmarks for concurrent user load, response times, or database scalability are provided. Conduct proof-of-concept with production-like data volume and user count before committing.

What if we need custom plugins for industry-specific workflows?

The plugin system is built on Laravel, so custom plugins can be developed by your engineering team or via a Laravel-skilled vendor. Engage early with the AureusERP community or documentation to understand plugin scaffolding and compatibility best practices.

Do we need to host AureusERP ourselves, or is SaaS available?

Both. Self-hosting is free (open source); a managed cloud hosting option is available at aureuserp.com/cloud-hosting/. The cloud option removes DevOps overhead but is a separate commercial service (pricing and terms not detailed in README).

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