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CAI xTuple is cloud ERP built for small and mid-sized manufacturers and distributors - connect inventory, production, sales, and accounting in one system that grows with you.
WHY CAI
ERP that fits how your business runs
Purpose-built for manufacturers and distributors, xTuple connects inventory, production planning, and accounting in one system - with flexible implementation and 75+ years of team experience behind it.
Cedarlane Natural Foods saved more than $50,000
After moving to xTuple, Cedarlane Natural Foods saved more than $50,000 post-implementation.
We're big xTuple fans. It's only taken a bit over a year to go from teaching reluctant people very basic skills to seeing them become totally convinced it was the best decision we could have ever made.
Wes Jacobs, General Manager, Creamer Metal Products Inc.
WHY CAI
Built to replace spreadsheets and outgrown QuickBooks
As manufacturers and distributors grow, manual processes break down. xTuple standardizes and connects them across departments - with room to scale.
Full Accounting Built In
Move beyond QuickBooks with GL, AP/AR, budgeting, and financial statements in the same system as sales and production.
Manufacturing & MRP
Manage BOMs, routings, work orders, and material requirements planning to meet demand without overstock.
Multi-Site Inventory
Run multiple warehouses and locations in one database, with lot/serial control and real-time visibility.
See xTuple in Action
Order-to-Cash
Watch how sales orders, invoicing, and payments flow through xTuple in one connected system.
Manufacturing & MRP
See how BOMs, work orders, and material requirements planning keep production on schedule.
Key Capabilities
Accounting & Financials
GL, AP/AR, budgeting, tax management, and customizable financial statements in one system.
Inventory Management
Multi-warehouse organization, lot/serial control, and real-time visibility across sites.
Manufacturing
Work orders, bills of materials, routings, and a shop floor workbench for production control.
Scheduling & MRP
Forecasting, capacity planning, and material requirements planning to meet demand.
Sales & CRM
Account and contact management, opportunity pipeline, quotes, and counter sales.
Distribution & Purchasing
Sales and purchase order management, drop-ship, RMAs, and vendor management.
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Ready to outgrow spreadsheets and basic accounting?
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xTuple ERP Questions & Answers
What is CAI xTuple?
Cloud-based ERP for small and mid-sized manufacturers and distributors, connecting inventory, production, sales, and accounting in one system.
Does xTuple provide its own accounting, or does it need QuickBooks?
xTuple includes full accounting — GL, AP/AR, invoicing, and reporting — in the platform. It's ideal for businesses looking to move beyond QuickBooks to one connected system.
Can xTuple grow with my business across multiple sites and warehouses?
Yes. Multi-site capabilities let you run multiple warehouses, distribution centers, and locations in one database for centralized visibility.
Is xTuple cloud-based?
Yes. xTuple is cloud-based ERP, with flexible implementation options to fit your business.
How does xTuple compare to other ERP solutions?
xTuple is a fully functional ERP across distribution, manufacturing, accounting, sales, inventory, and analytics — configurable to your industry and built to grow with your business.