🚀 Overview

Purpose: Simplify sales, stock, and accounting management in one integrated platform, suitable for businesses of all sizes.

Real-world use: Retailers, wholesalers, and enterprises can handle point-of-sale transactions, track inventory, generate invoices, and manage accounting seamlessly.

Target users: Retail store owners, warehouse managers, accountants, and developers looking for GPL-ready ERP/POS solutions.

✨ Key Features

• Point of Sale (POS): Fast, intuitive sales interface with barcode scanning and receipt printing.
• Inventory & Stock Management: Real-time stock tracking, low-stock alerts, and product categorization.
• Invoicing & Billing: Generate invoices, receipts, and purchase orders easily with customizable templates.
• Customer & Supplier Management: Maintain CRM for customers and suppliers with detailed profiles and histories.
• Accounting & ERP: Integrated accounting, profit/loss tracking, and financial reports.
• Multi-User Support: Role-based access for admins, managers, and sales staff.
• Reports & Analytics: Sales reports, inventory insights, tax summaries, and operational dashboards.
• Responsive Design: Accessible on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Notifications: Alerts for low stock, pending invoices, and sales activities.
• GPL License: Fully open-source, customizable, and redistributable under GPL terms.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Backend: PHP 7.x / 8.x (Laravel / CodeIgniter)
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap 5, Vue.js / jQuery
• Database: MySQL / MariaDB
• Server: Apache / Nginx with PHP-FPM
• APIs: REST API for mobile POS apps or third-party integrations

Server Requirements: PHP extensions: mbstring, curl, json, pdo, fileinfo, openssl; SSL recommended; minimum 2GB RAM for medium-scale operations.

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Upload the Ultimate POS source code to your web server.
2. Create a MySQL database and import ultimatepos.sql.
3. Update .env or config.php with database credentials, site URL, and email settings.
4. Set proper folder permissions for /storage, /bootstrap/cache, and /uploads.
5. Access the admin panel to configure products, categories, users, and payment gateways.
6. Test POS, inventory, and invoice functionalities before going live.

📦 Deliverables

• Complete Ultimate POS source code (GPL licensed)
• Admin and POS dashboards
• Database schema with sample data
• Installation and configuration documentation
• Responsive frontend interface for users and devices

📱 Supported Platforms

Web: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge

Server OS: Linux, macOS, Windows

Devices: Desktop, tablet, and mobile responsive interface

🧠 Notes

License: GPL – Free to modify and redistribute under license terms with proper credit.

• Ideal for retail, warehouse, and multi-outlet businesses.
• Ensure SSL, secure hosting, and proper backup procedures for production deployment.
• Maintain author credits when redistributing.

Customization Tips:

• Add additional POS features, custom invoice templates, or integrations with accounting software.
• Enhance reporting dashboards or analytics modules.
• Integrate with barcode scanners, receipt printers, and payment terminals.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

This GPL release is based on the original Ultimate POS – ERP, Stock Management, Point of Sale & Invoicing Application developed by its author(s) on CodeCanyon.
Proper attribution ensures transparency and respect for the original work.

View Ultimate POS on CodeCanyon

🔒 Disclaimer

GPL Redistribution Notice: Distributed under GNU GPL for development, educational, and open-source purposes. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the original developer. Users are responsible for secure deployment, data management, and compliance.

✅ E-E-A-T Compliance (Experience • Expertise • Authoritativeness • Trustworthiness)

Experience: Designed for real-world sales, inventory, and invoicing workflows in retail and enterprise environments.

Expertise: Developed using PHP, Laravel, and modern frontend frameworks for secure, scalable, and responsive POS and ERP solutions.

Authoritativeness: Original developer credited to ensure authenticity and transparency.

Trustworthiness: GPL licensing ensures legal redistribution; installation guidance emphasizes secure deployment, compliance, and best practices.