ERP Development Company in UAE โ custom ERP with VAT, WPS & Arabic/English built in
Custom, modular ERP for trading houses, logistics operators, contractors and free-zone companies in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. 5% VAT invoicing, e-invoicing readiness, corporate-tax reporting and WPS payroll come as standard, with a bilingual Arabic/English interface. Delivered remotely with scheduled on-site visits. Live in 7 weeks. Starts at AED 45,000.
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๐ TL;DR โ At a glance
CloudHouse Technologies is an ERP development company for the UAE, building custom ERP software for trading and distribution companies in Dubai, logistics and free-zone operators around JAFZA and DMCC, contractors and real-estate firms in Abu Dhabi, and SMEs across Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. Every build ships with 5% VAT invoicing, e-invoicing readiness, corporate-tax reporting and WPS payroll, plus a bilingual Arabic/English interface. Custom ERP starts at AED 45,000 and typical projects go live in 7 weeks. Delivery is remote-first from our India engineering team, with a scheduled on-site visit for Growth and Enterprise plans. Free 30-minute consultation available.
Definition
What is custom ERP development?
Custom ERP development means engineering enterprise resource planning software that mirrors how your business actually runs, rather than forcing operations, finance and HR teams to bend around a rigid off-the-shelf package. A well-built custom ERP connects order management, inventory, multi-currency finance, HR and reporting into one system your whole company can trust.
The UAE economy runs on trade, logistics, real estate, contracting and free-zone businesses โ import-export houses in Dubai, freight and distribution operators around JAFZA, DMCC and Sharjah, and project-driven firms in Abu Dhabi. Generic accounting packages rarely cope with 5% VAT filing, corporate-tax reporting, WPS payroll, multi-entity free-zone structures or bilingual Arabic/English documents. As an ERP development company in the UAE, CloudHouse builds custom ERP software for UAE businesses that reflects exactly how they trade, invoice and report โ with compliance built in rather than bolted on.
Production-Ready Modules
7 ERP modules. Pick one or combine them all.
Each module is shaped around real UAE trade, logistics and finance workflows and integrates seamlessly with the others.
Trade & Freight Forwarding ERP
Shipment booking, container/BL tracking, customs documentation and freight cost reconciliation โ built for forwarders and 3PLs serving Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port and Sharjah.
Explore Trade & Freight ERP โMulti-Currency Trading & Finance ERP
5% VAT invoicing, e-invoicing readiness, corporate-tax reporting and multi-currency ledgers for import-export houses, free-zone entities and regional HQs.
Learn more โManufacturing & Warehouse ERP
Production planning, bill-of-materials, warehouse slotting and pick-pack workflows for manufacturers in Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi ICAD and the free zones.
Learn more โHR Management
Recruitment, UAE labour-law leave and gratuity tracking, WPS payroll in AED and performance reviews for growing teams.
Learn more โCRM
Deal pipelines, quote tracking, customer 360 and follow-up automation built for B2B sales cycles.
Learn more โAsset Management
Track warehouse equipment, fleet and IT assets across single or multi-site operations.
Learn more โConstruction & Project Management
Project workflows, subcontractor management and milestone billing for UAE contractors and consultancies.
Learn more โIndustries We Serve in the UAE
Built for the UAE's trade, logistics & projects economy
From Dubai trading houses and JAFZA logistics operators to Abu Dhabi contractors and Sharjah manufacturers โ our ERP is shaped by how these businesses actually invoice, ship and report.
Trading & Import-Export
Multi-currency invoicing, VAT returns, entity consolidation
Logistics & Freight
Shipment tracking, customs paperwork, multi-agent billing
Contracting & Construction
Subcontractor management, BOQ, milestone billing
Real Estate & Facilities
Lease tracking, service charges, maintenance jobs
Manufacturing
BOM planning, warehouse slotting, production tracking
Wholesale & Distribution
Order-to-cash, stock allocation, vendor management
Retail, F&B & Hospitality
Multi-outlet inventory, POS integration, payroll
Professional Services
Resource billing, project margins, timesheets
Why Custom Over Off-the-Shelf
Custom ERP vs SAP vs Generic Accounting Software
Why UAE SMEs are switching from generic tools to purpose-built, VAT-ready ERP.
| Feature | CloudHouse Custom ERP | SAP / Oracle | Generic Accounting Software |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fits your exact workflow | โ 100% | โ Limited | โ No |
| Deployment time โฑ๏ธ | 7 weeks (full ERP) 3-4 weeks (single module) | 9โ15 months + consulting fees | 1-2 weeks but limited functionality |
| Total cost (3 yrs) | AED 65KโAED 300K | AED 1M+ | AED 20KโAED 40K |
| 5% VAT & e-invoicing ready | โ Built in | Add-on / partner | Basic VAT only |
| You own the source code | โ | โ | โ |
| Add custom modules | Anytime | Expensive consultants | Not possible |
| UAE delivery model | โ Remote + scheduled visits | Regional partner network | Self-service only |
| AI / automation built-in | โ 2026 stack | Premium tier | โ |
Our Delivery Process
From kickoff to go-live in 5 phases
An agile, transparent process โ remote delivery with a scheduled on-site visit during implementation.
Discovery
Remote workshops to map your trade, finance and reporting workflows and VAT / free-zone compliance needs.
Week 1Blueprint
Module map, data model, UX wireframes, fixed-price proposal in AED.
Week 2Sprint Build
1-week sprints. Working software demoed every Friday over video call.
Weeks 3โ4UAT & Training
Pilot rollout, staff training (remote + on-site visit), data migration.
Weeks 5โ6Go-Live + Support
Production launch + 6 months free hyper-care.
Week 7โก Total: 7 weeks from kickoff to go-live. Single-module ERPs ship even faster โ as quick as 3-4 weeks.
Modern 2026 Stack
Built on technology that scales
No legacy frameworks. No vendor lock-in. Future-proof.
How much will custom ERP save you?
Growing UAE businesses often reclaim 18โ30 hours/week from manual order, invoicing and multi-currency reconciliation work within 90 days of going live. Use this calculator to estimate your savings.
Annual savings (low-end estimate)
AED 187,200
โ 3,120 hours reclaimed per year
Get My Custom ROI Report โTransparent Pricing
Clear pricing, in AED. VAT-ready.
Custom ERP development for the UAE starts at AED 45,000 as a one-time fixed price, with 5% VAT invoicing and Arabic/English templates built in. Final price depends on modules, integrations, entities and user count.
Starter
For small trading firms and SMEs ready to digitise one process.
๐ฐ Fixed price ยท no hidden licence fees
- โ1 core module (HR / CRM / Inventory)
- โUp to 10 users
- โCloud hosting (1 yr)
- โData migration (1-time)
- โ6 months free support
- โVAT-ready invoicing & Arabic/English templates
Growth
Most chosen by trading houses, contractors and distributors.
๐ฐ Fixed price ยท 12 months support included
- โ3 integrated modules
- โUp to 50 users
- โMulti-currency finance & 5% VAT reporting
- โMobile app (Android + iOS)
- โAccounting & payment gateway integrations
- โBI dashboards & reports
- โ12 months free support + AMC
- โ1 on-site visit during implementation
Enterprise
Multi-entity ERP for groups, regional HQs and larger logistics operators.
๐ฐ Scoped to your entities & branches
- โFull ERP suite (all 7 modules)
- โUnlimited users + multi-entity/branch
- โMulti-entity, free-zone & corporate-tax workflows
- โCustom integrations (SAP, EDI, customs & freight portals)
- โAI & automation workflows
- โDedicated SLA & account manager
- โ24ร7 priority support
- โSource code ownership
All prices in AED, exclusive of VAT. SaaS subscription pricing also available from AED 4,500/month.
Why CloudHouse
Why UAE businesses choose CloudHouse
What sets our UAE ERP builds apart from generic packages.
VAT-ready invoices and returns, corporate-tax reporting and WPS payroll files are part of the core build, so your finance team is not patching a foreign package to fit UAE rules.
Invoices, quotations, delivery notes and the user interface work in both Arabic and English, with right-to-left layouts, so your customers, banks and authorities get documents in the language they expect.
Free-zone and mainland entities, AED plus USD/EUR/INR billing and group consolidation are handled in one system, with fixed-price delivery and a scheduled on-site visit on Growth and Enterprise plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
ERP development for the UAE โ your questions answered
Does CloudHouse have a local office in the UAE?
No โ CloudHouse Technologies is based in Thrissur, India, and delivers to the UAE remotely. Discovery calls, sprint demos and support run over video call, with a scheduled on-site visit to your Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah office during implementation for Growth and Enterprise plans. This keeps our pricing well below local system-integrator rates while still giving you face-to-face project touchpoints.
Will the ERP handle UAE VAT, e-invoicing and corporate tax?
Yes. Every build includes 5% VAT invoicing and return-ready reports, e-invoicing readiness for the UAE's phased e-invoicing rollout, and reporting that supports corporate-tax filing. Requirements evolve, so we confirm the current Federal Tax Authority rules with you during Discovery and keep the ERP updated under your support plan.
How much does ERP development cost for a business in the UAE?
Custom ERP development for the UAE typically costs between AED 45,000 and AED 235,000+ as a one-time investment. CloudHouse offers three transparent packages: Starter (AED 45,000) for single-module ERPs, Growth (AED 110,000) for 3-module integrated suites, and Enterprise (AED 235,000+) for multi-entity or multi-branch deployments. Monthly SaaS pricing starts at AED 4,500/month if you prefer OPEX over CAPEX. All prices exclude VAT.
How long does it take to build a custom ERP?
CloudHouse delivers most custom ERPs for UAE clients in 7 weeks from kickoff to go-live. Single-module ERPs can ship in 3-4 weeks. We follow a 5-phase agile model: Week 1 Discovery, Week 2 Blueprint, Weeks 3-4 Sprint Build, Weeks 5-6 UAT & Training, Week 7 Go-Live.
Does the ERP support Arabic and English?
Yes. The interface, invoices, quotations, delivery notes and reports can be produced in Arabic, English or both side by side, with right-to-left layouts for Arabic. Users can switch language per account.
Can you build ERP for trading, logistics and contracting companies?
Yes โ these are core use cases for the UAE market. Our trade & freight module covers shipment booking, container/BL tracking, customs documentation and freight cost reconciliation for forwarders and 3PLs around Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port and Sharjah. Our finance module handles multi-currency invoicing and VAT reporting for import-export houses, and our project module covers BOQ, subcontractors and milestone billing for contractors.
Does the ERP support WPS payroll and UAE labour-law requirements?
Yes. The HR module includes UAE leave rules, end-of-service gratuity calculation, visa and Emirates ID expiry alerts, and WPS-compatible salary files for bank upload. We confirm your specific mainland or free-zone labour requirements during Discovery.
Can it manage multiple free-zone and mainland entities?
Yes. The Growth and Enterprise plans support multiple legal entities and branches โ for example a mainland LLC plus one or more free-zone companies โ with separate ledgers, inter-company transactions and consolidated group reporting in AED and foreign currencies.
Should I choose custom ERP or generic accounting software?
Choose custom ERP if your workflows are trade-, logistics- or project-specific, if you have 10+ operations users, or if you've outgrown spreadsheets and disconnected tools. Choose generic software if you have basic bookkeeping needs and don't mind adapting your processes to it.
Is the ERP cloud-based or on-premise, and where is the data hosted?
Both are supported. We deploy on AWS or Microsoft Azure by default and can select UAE-region data centres where required. On-premise deployment on your own servers is available for clients with specific data-residency requirements. Hybrid deployments are also possible.
Do I own the source code of the ERP you build?
Yes. With our Enterprise plan, you receive full source code ownership and intellectual property rights. With Starter and Growth plans, you get a perpetual licence to use, modify and extend the software for your business, with no recurring licence fees.
Can the ERP integrate with our bank, payment gateway or customs systems?
Yes. Standard integrations include local and international payment gateways, accounting software, WhatsApp Business API, email, Google Drive and SMS gateways. Custom integrations with SAP, EDI systems and customs/port portals are part of the Enterprise plan.
Can we add more modules later as our business grows?
Absolutely โ that's the core advantage of our modular ERP architecture. Most clients start with 1-2 modules and add others (finance, HR, CRM, BI dashboards, mobile apps) over 12-24 months. New modules typically deploy in 3-8 weeks and integrate automatically with existing data.
Free: UAE ERP Requirements & VAT-Compliance Checklist
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Ready to discuss your ERP project?
Book a free 30-minute consultation with our solutions architect. We'll map your workflows, recommend modules, confirm VAT and WPS requirements, and send a fixed-price quote in AED within 24 hours.
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