Custom Software & ERP Development in Johannesburg

Custom ERP development in South Africa (and bespoke apps built around your workflow) is what African Vanilla delivers for Johannesburg and Gauteng businesses. When off-the-shelf ERP cannot do what you need, we develop the missing modules, connect your ERP to the tools you already run, and automate the manual work in between. Our stack is modern and proven: React, Next.js, Node.js and Python (Django/FastAPI), plus ODOO customisation for teams that need their ERP to go further. Everything we build is practical to run and support long-term, not a demo that breaks after handover. Because we also deliver managed IT, we can host and maintain what we build.

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What do you build?

• Custom web applications (React, Next.js, Node.js, Python/Django or FastAPI)
• Mobile apps (React Native or progressive web apps)
• ERP extensions and integrations
• Workflow automation tools
• Client portals and dashboards
• Data migration and reporting tools

How does the development approach work?

We work closely with your team, use agile methods, and deliver working software in short cycles. Everything is built with security, performance, and maintainability in mind. We can host and support what we build as part of Managed Services.

Why does custom development work here?

Custom development plus managed services experience means we build systems that are practical to run and support long-term, not just impressive demos. When the question is ODOO configuration versus a full custom path, start with ERP implementation or the ODOO vs custom decision guide.

Ready to build something useful?

Discuss your idea. We’ll explore options, provide estimates, and help you decide the best path forward.