The verdict in three sentences
A partner extranet (orders, stock, documents, outstanding balances) for distributors costs between 180,000 and 350,000 MAD (about 17,000-33,000 EUR) for an MVP in 2026. ERP integration (Sage, Odoo) adds 60,000 to 150,000 MAD and local managed hosting costs 1,500 to 4,000 MAD/month. Expect 10 to 16 weeks and a mandatory data-protection compliance step for partners' personal data.
Budget module by module
A distributor extranet is built by business priority. The MoSCoW method (Must / Should / Could / Won't) delivers a useful core fast, then enriches it. Here are the 2026 efforts and budgets in dirhams for development led from a regional hub.
| Module | MoSCoW priority | Effort (person-days) | Budget (MAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication + partner accounts | Must | 8-12 d | 32,000-48,000 |
| Catalogue and per-partner pricing | Must | 12-18 d | 48,000-72,000 |
| Online order placement | Must | 14-20 d | 56,000-80,000 |
| Delivery tracking and order status | Should | 10-14 d | 40,000-56,000 |
| Real-time stock lookup | Should | 8-12 d | 32,000-48,000 |
| Outstanding balances and documents | Could | 8-12 d | 32,000-48,000 |
A developer day rate in the region sits around 3,500-4,500 MAD/day for a mid-senior profile in 2026. The Must core (catalogue, orders, accounts) is 34 to 50 person-days, i.e. an MVP at 136,000-200,000 MAD excluding integration.
Integration, hosting and local vs offshore
The real complexity of a distributor extranet lies in connecting to the existing ERP. The choice of vendor and hosting weighs on budget and on data compliance.
| Item | Local development | Francophone offshore vendor |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-senior developer day rate | 3,500-4,500 MAD | 2,800-4,000 MAD |
| ERP integration Odoo/Sage | 60,000-150,000 MAD | 55,000-140,000 MAD |
| Proximity / on-site meetings | High | Remote |
| Data-residency compliance | Managed | To be contractually framed |
| Local managed hosting | 1,500-4,000 MAD/month | Depends on server location |
| Typical timeline | 10-16 weeks | 12-18 weeks |
Hosting data locally eases compliance with regional data-protection law and formalities. An offshore vendor stays viable but must contractually commit to data location and security measures.
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Mini case study
Karim, sales director of an importer, equips 85 distributors. Today orders arrive by WhatsApp and phone, with 6% data-entry errors. An MVP extranet at 220,000 MAD plus 90,000 MAD of Odoo integration, i.e. 310,000 MAD, automates order placement. By eliminating errors (estimated at 180,000 MAD/year of disputes and credit notes) and freeing 1.5 data-entry roles, the payback is reached in about 14 months.
FAQ
What is the minimum budget to start? An MVP extranet focused on orders starts around 180,000 MAD excluding heavy ERP integration. MoSCoW prioritisation keeps this core contained.
Must I integrate the ERP from the start? If the ERP (Odoo, Sage) is the source of stock and pricing, yes: count 60,000 to 150,000 MAD depending on connector complexity and data volume.
Where should I host for compliance? Local managed hosting (1,500-4,000 MAD/month) simplifies compliance with regional personal-data protection law.
What timeline should I plan? Count 10 to 16 weeks for an MVP, more if third-party integrations or business-team availability slow UAT.
Local or offshore, which to choose? Local eases on-site meetings and compliance; francophone offshore lowers the day rate but requires contractual framing on data residency.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your distributor count, your ERP and priority modules, and we'll cost your extranet with MoSCoW prioritisation. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
