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Open Source Repository

Open Source Software (OSS) has to be demonstrated as a real opportunity for the private sector, specifically for MSMEs. Companies are increasingly adopting Open Source applications as serious alternatives to commercial ones, with substantial cost savings in terms of licenses.

In view of promoting the adoption of open source in Mauritius, MDPA has set up a repository for main Open Source applications for the benefit of MSMEs.

Often, one of the most daunting part of running or expanding a small business is selecting the proper software to accompany its growth, especially for businesses which are family run.

SMEs limited manpower, finances and time require guidance to select among the thousands of software, apps and tools. Many tools are available as monthly or yearly subscriptions, and those costs can add up fast; however free or open source alternatives do exist and can be customized for Mauritian SMEs.

Th 6 main application covered are:

- Finance / Accounting / Invoicing : ledger, expense tracking, bank transactions, receipt management, recurring invoicing etc..
- Templates / Contracts : business and legal templates; tools to help small business owners with planning, finance, sales, marketing and management.
- Customer relationship management (CRM, software for tracking a company’s interactions with clients and prospects; access to sales force automation leads, contacts, accounts, tasks and opportunities; team collaboration tools.
- Web & Social Media : company web site, social media presence, online payments.
- Email marketing : automated email campaigns, mailing lists, tracking of responses.
- Human Resources : Payroll / Attendance / Overtimes / Vacations & Leaves.

The pilot sites are being revamped and merged into a new modern website.