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Carbon
An open source ERP, MES and QMS for complex manufacturing.
Day 43 since launch · Launched 25 August 2026
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What is Carbon?
Carbon is an open source enterprise resource planning, manufacturing execution and quality management system designed for complex assembly, contract manufacturing, high-volume production and configure-to-order manufacturing. It gives manufacturers a modern, self-hostable alternative to expensive legacy systems.
Pros
- Full ERP, MES and QMS in one open source system
- Purpose-built for complex and contract manufacturing
- Self-hostable, avoiding expensive per-seat licences
Cons
- Implementation is a serious project, not a quick install
- Aimed at manufacturers, irrelevant to most other businesses
- Self-hosting requires operational expertise
Who should use Carbon
Manufacturers who want a modern, open source operations platform.
Who may not need it
Teams outside manufacturing looking for a generic business tool.
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