ERP & CRM Systems Architects — Since 2008
We Architect the Systems That Run Your Business
Custom ERP and CRM systems — designed around your workflows, not the other way around. Every module, every screen, every automation built specifically for how your business operates.
For scaling businesses with teams of 10+. Fixed-price delivery in 6 months. Starting at $20,000.
18+
Years in Business
11
Pre-Built ERP Modules
6 Mo
Average Go-Live
$0
Per-User License Fees
80%
Pre-Built Before Customization Begins
13
Production Microservices in Framework
5 Regions
US, Europe, UAE, Australia, India
6 Months
Average Requirements to Go-Live
Our Modular Framework
80% Pre-Built. 100% Customized.
Our modular ERP framework is a production-proven architecture that gives you an 80% head start. We then customize every workflow, UI, report, and integration to match your exact operations.
✓ What's Pre-Built (Your 80% Head Start)
Multi-Tenant Architecture
Microservices backbone with 13 services, API gateway, JWT auth, RBAC — ready to deploy on Kubernetes
CRM & Sales Pipeline
Lead tracking, enquiry-to-order lifecycle, workflow management, follow-up scheduling, deal pipeline
Order Management
Full document lifecycle: Enquiry → RFQ → Proposal → Order → Invoice → Dispatch → Payment → Receipt
Inventory & Stock
Multi-warehouse stock tracking, batch/serial numbers, stock movements, automated reorder points
Finance & Accounting
Invoicing, payment tracking, transaction ledger, GST compliance, financial reporting
HRM & Payroll
Employee management, attendance, leave tracking, payroll processing, role-based access
Real-Time Analytics
Live dashboards via Apache Superset, powered by Kafka CDC + Apache Pinot OLAP — sub-second query response
Communication Engine
Email, SMS, WhatsApp integration, in-app chat, notification queue with retry logic
Document Management
File uploads, version control, digital approvals, automated document generation
User & Access Control
Role-based permissions, multi-tenant isolation, community management, SSO-ready
Event-Driven Backbone
Kafka streaming, Debezium CDC, notification pub/sub — real-time data flow across all modules
⚙ What We Customize (Your 100% Fit)
Industry-specific workflows and business rules
Custom UI/UX designed for your team's daily operations
Integrations with your existing tools (Tally, payment gateways, logistics APIs)
Custom reports and KPI dashboards for your specific metrics
Role-based views tailored to each department's needs
Industry compliance features (GST, HIPAA, NABH, FSSAI, etc.)
Why This Matters
Traditional custom ERP builds start from a blank codebase — every login screen, every database table, every API endpoint written from zero. Our framework eliminates that entire phase. You start with a production-proven foundation and jump straight to business-specific customization.
Why Businesses Choose Cursive
Not a Dev Shop. Not a Vendor.
Your Systems Architecture Partner.
We don't write code to spec. We understand your business first, then architect systems that eliminate the friction.
ERP & CRM Is All We Do
No websites, no mobile apps, no distractions. 100% of our expertise is in enterprise workflow systems. This singular focus is why we deliver in 6 months what generalists take 18 months to build.
Zero Licensing Fees, Forever
10 users or 10,000 — the cost is the same. You own every line of code. No per-user fees, no annual renewals, no vendor holding your data hostage.
Fixed Price, No Surprises
Every project is quoted fixed-price after our Discovery Session. The number we agree on is the number you pay. Period. Our milestone structure ensures accountability.
Demo Every 2 Months
You see a working system at Month 2, Month 4, and Month 6. If what you see doesn't match what was agreed, we course-correct before the next payment milestone.
18+ Years of Domain Expertise
Manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, professional services — we bring deep pattern-matched solutions across 8+ industries, not generic templates.
AI & Analytics Built In
Every system ships with real-time data pipelines and embedded BI dashboards. Your ERP isn't just operational — it's an intelligence platform ready for AI from day one.
ERP & CRM Modules
Pick the Modules That Match
Your Operation
Every business is different. We assemble the exact ERP and CRM modules your workflows demand — nothing more, nothing less.
CRM & Sales
Lead tracking, pipeline management, quotations, and customer relationship management tailored to your sales process.
HRM & Payroll
Employee lifecycle management, attendance, leave, payroll processing, and performance tracking.
Inventory & Warehouse
Real-time stock tracking, multi-warehouse management, batch/serial numbers, automated reorder points.
Accounting & Finance
General ledger, accounts payable/receivable, automated reconciliation, GST/tax compliance, financial reporting.
Purchase & Procurement
Vendor management, purchase orders, RFQs, GRN, three-way matching, and procurement analytics.
Manufacturing & Production
Bill of materials, production planning, work orders, quality control, and shop floor tracking.
Planning & Scheduling
MRP, capacity planning, production scheduling, demand forecasting, and resource allocation.
Distribution & Supply Chain
Order fulfillment, logistics tracking, route optimization, and end-to-end supply chain visibility.
Analytics & Reporting
Real-time dashboards, custom reports, KPI tracking, AI-powered insights, and embedded BI with Apache Superset.
ERP + CRM Bundle
Need Custom CRM Alongside ERP?
Build Both as One System.
In most B2B operations, sales-to-order handoff fails because CRM and ERP are disconnected. We build custom CRM and ERP together when pipeline, quotation, order conversion, dispatch, collections, and customer support need one source of truth.
This improves lead-to-cash visibility, reduces duplicate data entry, and gives leadership a unified view of demand, fulfillment, and revenue quality.
When to add custom CRM with ERP
- • You have long B2B sales cycles and complex quotation workflows
- • Sales promises and production capacity frequently mismatch
- • Follow-up, proposal, and order conversion reporting is fragmented
- • You need a single customer history from lead to repeat order
Your Architect
Amol Ghotankar
Founder & Chief Architect — 18+ years in Enterprise Systems
Every ERP project is a business transformation project. The technology should disappear — what remains is a system that thinks the way your business thinks.
- Built Platione — a production multi-tenant platform running on Kubernetes with 13 microservices
- Full-stack architect: Java 17, Spring Boot, Kafka, Apache Pinot, Angular, Kubernetes
- Deep domain expertise: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CRM, Finance, Analytics
- Hands-on architect — reviews every system design personally
Why This Matters to You
Most ERP vendors assign junior developers to your project. At Cursive, Amol personally reviews every system architecture and joins every major design decision.
You're not buying a "development team." You're getting a seasoned architect who built and operates the same modular framework that powers every ERP and CRM we deliver.
Our Commitment
Built on Accountability, Not Promises
Every engagement is structured so you see results before you pay — and own everything we build.
Milestone-Based Payments
30% advance, 30% on first working demo (Month 2), 40% on go-live. You pay for progress you can see and test — not hours logged.
Demo-Driven Accountability
Working demos every 2 months. If it doesn't match what was agreed, we course-correct at our cost before the next milestone.
You Own Everything
Full source code ownership from day one. No vendor lock-in, no recurring licenses. Your system, your code, your servers — forever.
Our Process
From Requirements to Go-Live
in 6 Months
A consulting-led methodology with demos every 2 months. No black boxes, no surprises.
Discovery & Requirements
We immerse ourselves in your business. Department heads spend two intensive weeks with our analysts mapping every workflow, pain point, and desired outcome.
Architecture & Design
Our architects design the system — database schema, microservices architecture, UI/UX wireframes, integration points, and deployment strategy.
Cycle 1 — Core Build
We build the foundational modules. You see a working demo at the end of Month 2 — this is where your 30% milestone payment is due.
Cycle 2 — Extended Build
Additional modules, integrations, and advanced features are built. Weekly 2-hour feedback sessions ensure we stay aligned with your expectations.
Cycle 3 — Polish & Refine
Fine-tuning UI/UX, performance optimization, security hardening, and edge-case handling based on your accumulated feedback.
UAT & Go-Live
User Acceptance Testing, data migration from legacy systems, team training, parallel running, and final go-live with zero-downtime deployment.
Industries We Serve
Deep Domain Expertise
Across 8+ Industries
Manufacturing
Discrete and process manufacturing with BOM, work orders, quality control, and shop floor management.
Retail & E-Commerce
Multi-channel order management, POS integration, inventory sync, and customer loyalty programs.
Healthcare
Patient management, appointment scheduling, pharmacy, billing, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA/NABH).
Construction & Real Estate
Project costing, material tracking, subcontractor management, and milestone-based billing.
Education
Admissions, student lifecycle, fee management, timetabling, and learning management integration.
Logistics & Distribution
Fleet management, route optimization, warehouse operations, and real-time shipment tracking.
Food & Beverage
Recipe management, batch tracking, shelf-life monitoring, food safety compliance, and distribution.
Professional Services
Time tracking, project billing, resource allocation, expense management, and client portals.
The Migration Imperative
Still Running a Legacy ERP
or Outgrowing Your SaaS?
2026 is the inflection point — AI is production-ready, development costs are at a sweet spot, and regulatory demands are tightening. Businesses migrating now will outpace competitors for the next decade.
Legacy On-Premise ERP
Aging hardware, no mobile access, discontinued support, and rising security risks. Every month increases the cost of migration.
Customized Off-the-Shelf
Upgrades break custom modules, license fees keep rising, and vendors are forcing cloud-only migration on their timeline.
SaaS Platform Ceiling
Pricing hikes, data lock-in, limited customization, and building your business on someone else's roadmap.
Start Where You Are
Three High-Intent Pages for Serious ERP Buyers
If you are evaluating a $20K-$50K ERP decision, these pages answer the questions leadership teams ask first.
ERP Planning Service
We analyze and design your ERP for $2K
Use this when you need architecture clarity, cost range, migration path, and a decision-grade blueprint before committing.
Trust and Risk
How we de-risk custom ERP projects
Read this if your core worries are endless cost, delays, disruption, dependency, or implementation failure risk.
Vendor Comparison
SAP vs Zoho vs local vendor vs custom
An honest comparison of where each option fits, where buyers get hurt, and when custom actually makes business sense.
Start Here — Zero Risk
Get Your ERP Blueprint for $2,000
Not sure if custom ERP is right? Our Discovery Session gives you a complete requirements analysis, system architecture, fixed-price quote, and project roadmap — in just 14 days.
If you proceed with development, the $2,000 is credited toward your project fee. If you don't, you walk away with a blueprint you can use with any team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions? We Have Answers.
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Talk to the Architect
Ready to Fix Your
Workflow Problems?
Tell us what's broken. We'll tell you if custom ERP or CRM is the right answer — and what it would take to fix it. No sales pitch, just straight talk from an architect with 18+ years in enterprise systems.
Best fit: Teams of 10+ with annual revenue above $2M. Minimum engagement: $20,000.
- 30-minute workflow mapping call with our architect
- Honest assessment — we'll tell you if custom isn't right for you
- Response within 24 business hours