The verdict in three sentences
A clinic platform built with a nearshore team costs 4,000,000 to 15,000,000 FCFA (about 6,100-22,900 EUR) depending on the modules (booking, records, cashier, billing, mobile payment). The nearshore differentiator is not the patient record but the cost-to-quality ratio of a French-speaking team plus integrated mobile cashiering that speeds up front-desk collection. Expect 4 to 8 months and annual maintenance to keep the tool aligned with your growth.
The modules and their cost
The budget is built module by module. You can start on a base (booking + cashier) then extend.
| Module | 2026 range (FCFA) | Priority |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment booking | 1,200,000-2,500,000 | High |
| Patient record | 1,500,000-3,500,000 | High |
| Cashier & billing | 1,200,000-3,000,000 | High |
| Mobile payment integration | 800,000-2,000,000 | High |
| SMS reminders | 400,000-900,000 | Medium |
| Dashboard & analytics | 700,000-1,800,000 | Medium |
A base of booking + cashier + mobile payment starts around 4,000,000 FCFA (about 6,100 EUR). A full platform with records, analytics and SMS approaches 12,000,000 to 15,000,000 FCFA. These are 2026 order-of-magnitude figures.
Cost line items and nearshore economics
Beyond development, plan for hosting, training and the mobile transaction fees that apply to each collection.
| Line item | 2026 range | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Platform development | 4,000,000-15,000,000 FCFA | Project |
| Hosting & domain | 300,000-900,000 FCFA/yr | Recurring |
| Team training | 400,000-1,000,000 FCFA | One-off |
| Annual maintenance | 600,000-2,000,000 FCFA/yr | Recurring |
| Mobile transaction fees | 1-2 % per collection | Variable |
| SMS reminders | 25-45 FCFA/SMS | Variable |
A nearshore French-speaking team delivers this scope at a fraction of onshore day rates while keeping timezone and language proximity. Fee figures are 2026 orders of magnitude, to confirm against your operator contract.
Mini case study
Mr. Al-Farsi operates a neighbourhood clinic in Dubai with 60 consultations a day. He invests 7,500,000 FCFA (about 11,400 EUR) via a nearshore team in a base of booking + records + cashier with mobile payment integrated. Previously, cash collection generated 3 to 4 till errors a week and 20 minutes of daily reconciliation. With traced mobile payment he removes the errors and saves about 10 hours a week of admin. SMS reminders also cut no-shows from 22 % to 8 %, filling roughly ten extra slots a week.
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FAQ
How much does a clinic platform cost with a nearshore team in 2026?
Between 4,000,000 and 15,000,000 FCFA (about 6,100-22,900 EUR) depending on modules. A base of booking + cashier + mobile payment starts around 4,000,000 FCFA; a full platform approaches 15,000,000 FCFA.
Can mobile payment really be integrated?
Yes, native integration lets you collect at the counter with immediate confirmation. Budget 800,000 to 2,000,000 FCFA for this module in 2026.
What is the delivery timeline?
Between 4 and 8 months depending on the number of modules, including team training and migration of your existing data.
Can we start small then extend?
Yes, the best approach is a base (booking + cashier) shipped to production quickly, then progressive addition of records, analytics and SMS reminders.
Why choose a nearshore French-speaking team?
It combines competitive day rates with language and timezone proximity, cutting cost without the coordination friction of a distant offshore vendor.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your priority modules (booking, cashier, records, mobile payment) and your budget, and we will cost a base you can ship fast. 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.
