Enterprise software firm Zoho has launched Zoho ERP, a comprehensive, AI-native enterprise resource planning platform built in India, positioning it as a homegrown alternative to global ERP solutions.
The company said Zoho ERP is designed to help fast-growing Indian businesses scale locally and globally without the rigid architectures, high costs, and consultant-heavy implementations associated with legacy ERP platforms.
Unlike conventional ERP systems that add artificial intelligence as an external layer, Zoho ERP embeds AI across the platform. The solution includes AI-driven customisation, automation, predictive insights, anomaly detection and voice-based assistance through Ask Zia, along with end-to-end visibility across finance and operations.
“With Zoho ERP, we have built a powerful, compliance-ready platform that serves as a strong homegrown alternative to global ERP solutions,” said Shailesh Davey, CEO and co-founder of Zoho Corp, in a statement. He added that the product was developed with talent from Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu and that Zoho plans to drive future innovation from the region.
“By creating opportunities for local youth, we are helping reverse talent drain and strengthen the regional economy while building swadeshi technology from rural India,” he said.
Sivaramakrishnan Iswaran, the global head of Finance and Operations Business Unit at Zoho and CEO of Zoho Payment Technologies, said the platform reflects how modern businesses operate. “Zoho ERP connects fintech, banking and business software, offering built-in local compliance, an intuitive role-based experience, and improved operational efficiency,” he said.
Zoho ERP integrates financial management, billing, spend management, supply chain, payroll and omnichannel commerce into a single platform. It also offers asset management, budgeting and continuous financial close, along with strong audit trails and financial controls. The system is compliant with GST and e-invoicing norms, supports revenue recognition under IFRS 15 and ASC 606, and includes payroll features tailored to Indian regulations, including EPF, ESI, TDS, Professional Tax, and Labour Welfare Fund requirements.
The initial release includes industry-specific capabilities for manufacturing, distribution, retail, and non-profit organisations, with more vertical-focused features planned. Manufacturing firms can manage the full production lifecycle, while distribution businesses can streamline inventory, dealer management, and field sales.
