The verdict in three sentences
Custom multi-warehouse inventory software in Dubai ranges from 5,000,000 to 15,000,000 FCFA (~8,000-24,000 EUR) in 2026, depending on sites and modules. It becomes essential once you run several warehouses with inter-site transfers, frequent stock-outs and time-consuming manual counts. Target -25% stock-outs, automatic alerts and consolidated dashboards, with 10%/yr maintenance and a 4-to-7-month delivery.
What makes up the price: scope and sites
Cost depends on the number of warehouses, SKU volume and automation level (scan, alerts, forecasts). Here are typical 2026 line items in FCFA.
| Module | Range (FCFA) | Target gain |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-site product master | 800,000-1,800,000 | Reliable stock per site |
| Inter-warehouse transfers | 900,000-2,200,000 | -30% tied-up stock |
| Stock-out alerts & thresholds | 700,000-1,600,000 | -25% stock-outs |
| Counting (mobile scan) | 1,000,000-2,400,000 | 3x faster counting |
| Consolidated dashboards | 800,000-2,000,000 | Real-time group view |
| Accounting/billing integration | 900,000-2,200,000 | -40% re-entry |
A 3-warehouse project with mobile scan, alerts and dashboards usually lands around 9,000,000-11,000,000 FCFA, ~10% annual maintenance included.
Custom vs imported licence
Foreign licences bill in hard currency and handle local specifics poorly (payments, unstable connectivity, FCFA multi-currency). Custom removes the recurring foreign-currency subscription and adapts to the field.
| Criterion | Custom (FCFA) | Imported SaaS licence |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | 5,000,000-15,000,000 FCFA | 600,000-3,000,000 FCFA (setup) |
| Recurring cost | ~10%/yr maintenance | 30,000-120,000 FCFA/month/site |
| Native multi-warehouse | Yes | Often paid option |
| Offline mode (3G) | Feasible | Rare |
| Local adaptation | Total | Weak |
| Software ownership | You | Vendor |
| Timeline | 4-7 months | 3-8 weeks |
Over 5 years, a licence at 90,000 FCFA/month for 3 sites is ~16,200,000 FCFA; custom software at 10,000,000 FCFA + 10%/yr reaches ~15,000,000 FCFA, with no dependence on a foreign vendor.
Mini case study
Mr Ndongo, director of an FMCG wholesaler in Dubai (3 warehouses, 4,200 SKUs), suffers regular stock-outs and overstock for lack of a consolidated view. Stock-outs cost him about 2,800,000 FCFA/month in lost sales, and the annual count ties up 4 people for 3 days. He invests 10,500,000 FCFA in multi-warehouse software with alerts and mobile scan. Target: stock-outs down 25% (~700,000 FCFA/month recovered), counting divided threefold and tied-up stock down 30%. The annual gain exceeds 9,000,000 FCFA, an estimated payback under 14 months.
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FAQ
How much does multi-warehouse inventory software cost in Dubai in 2026?
Between 5,000,000 and 15,000,000 FCFA depending on the number of warehouses, SKUs and modules. A 3-site project with scan and alerts often lands around 9,000,000-11,000,000 FCFA.
Why not take a foreign SaaS licence?
It bills in hard currency monthly and per site, handles offline mode on unstable connections poorly and misses local specifics. Over 5 years, custom is often cheaper and you own it.
How do stock-out alerts work?
The software monitors thresholds per product and per warehouse and triggers alerts (email/SMS/dashboard) before a stock-out. Well-tuned, they cut stock-outs by 20 to 25%.
Does the software work with an unstable connection?
Yes, we can design a mode that buffers operations offline and syncs when the network returns, essential for warehouses in patchy 3G coverage.
What is the annual maintenance?
Around 10%/yr of the project cost, i.e. 500,000-1,500,000 FCFA, covering fixes, updates and minor evolutions. That's far below a monthly per-site subscription.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your number of warehouses, SKUs and billing tool for a right-sized multi-warehouse inventory system and an FCFA quote. 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.
