# ERP.aero

> ERP.aero is a cloud-based ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and CRM software platform purpose-built for the aerospace aftermarket industry — specifically aircraft parts distributors, MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) providers, aerospace manufacturers, and aviation logistics companies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley and a certified AWS Partner Network (APN) member, ERP.aero provides a true SaaS solution to digitalize and streamline the full operational lifecycle: from RFQ and quoting, to inventory management, procurement, repairs, e-commerce, shipping, and invoicing. Customers report an average 42.6% increase in revenue growth, 24% increase in quote-to-sale conversion, and 52% reduction in IT infrastructure cost after switching to ERP.aero.

## Company

- [About ERP.aero](https://erp.aero/about): Company overview, mission, vision, and history. ERP.aero operates at the intersection of aerospace and technology, founded by experienced aviation professionals in Silicon Valley to solve the limitations of traditional ERP systems in the aftermarket sector.
- [Team](https://erp.aero/about/team): Executive team with 50+ years of combined aerospace experience, and a development team with advanced degrees in software engineering and applied mathematics.
- [History](https://erp.aero/about/history): Founding story and company milestones.
- [Why ERP.aero](https://erp.aero/why): Quantified value proposition — customers report 15% more quoted line items, 24% higher quote-to-sale conversion, 42.6% revenue growth, 52% lower IT infrastructure costs, 15% lower labor costs, and 36% faster employee training.
- [AWS Partner Network](https://erp.aero/about/apn): ERP.aero has completed the AWS Foundational Technical Review (FTR) and is accepted into the AWS Partner Network (APN).
- [Contact Us](https://erp.aero/contact): Sales and general inquiries. Email: sales@erp.aero. Also the entry point for financing service inquiries.
- [Rate ERP](https://erp.aero/rate-erp): Customer reviews and satisfaction ratings.
- [Community](https://community.erp.aero/): User community portal for peer support and discussion.
- [Request a Tour](https://erp.aero/tour): Schedule a free guided product demo.

## Software Solutions

- [Software Solutions Overview](https://erp.aero/software-solution): Overview of ERP.aero's three core software products — the ERP Platform, the Store.aero e-Commerce Portal, and Marketplace API integrations.

- [ERP Platform](https://erp.aero/software-solution/platform): The core cloud ERP/CRM system for aerospace manufacturers, suppliers, and repair organizations. Manages the purchase, lease, exchange, repair, and sale of aircraft parts. Core modules include: Customers, Vendors, Contacts, Parts, RFQ, Vendor Quotes. Organizational modules include: Training, Employees, Courses, Classes. MRO/Manufacturing modules include: Work Orders and Bill of Materials (BOM). IRFQ for RFQ automation and vendor quotation capture and inclusion. ELIA (Enterprise Learning & Intelligence Assistant) AI layer.

- [Store.aero — Integrated e-Commerce Portal](https://erp.aero/software-solution/e-commerce-portal): A white-label aviation e-commerce storefront integrated directly with the ERP. Enables suppliers to list inventory, manage orders, accept payments, and handle customer communications in one place. Key benefits: up to 50% reduction in RFQ handling resources, up to 30% reduction in customer service overhead, 24/7 customer self-service access. Features include: live inventory listings, catalog display, consignment management, RFQ submission, quote display and purchase, sales order tracking, invoice and shipment visibility, integrated payments, repair quote approvals (QARs), and in-portal customer messaging. Built-in SEO for product visibility.

- [Marketplace API Integrations](https://erp.aero/software-solution/marketplaces): Native real-time API connections to ILS (Inventory Locator Service), PartsBase, Aeroxchange, and Locatory. Provides 100% RFQ capture across all three platforms into a single centralized queue, unified inventory sync to prevent overselling, auto-quote delivery using pricing rules, and marketplace compliance formatting. Eliminates manual data entry and third-party middleware.

## Services

- [Services Overview](https://erp.aero/services): Overview of physical and operational services that complement the ERP software.
- [Integrated Warehouse Equipment](https://erp.aero/services/warehouse): Fully integrated hardware for warehouse operations including label printers, barcode/code scanners, and climate monitoring equipment — all pre-integrated with the ERP platform.
- [Virtual 3PL (Third-Party Logistics)](https://erp.aero/services/virtual-3pl): Outsourced logistics services including warehousing, inventory management, arrival inspections, and customer shipments. Enables rapid business scaling while reducing overhead and time costs.
- [Financing](https://erp.aero/contact): Flexible financing models allowing vendors to move parts inventory immediately without financial burden. ERP.aero partners with third-party legal and finance groups to pay vendors upfront while resolving transactions with airlines separately.

## Integrations

- [Integrations Overview](https://erp.aero/integrations): All built-in integrations included in the platform — no bolt-ons required. Covers aviation marketplaces, shipping/logistics platforms, and accounting systems.
  - **ILS** (ilsmart.com) — Largest aviation parts marketplace; RFQs flow directly into ERP.aero.
  - **PartsBase** (partsbase.com) — Global aviation and aerospace parts marketplace; real-time RFQ sync and quote responses.
  - **Locatory** (locatory.com) — Aircraft parts, repair capabilities, and logistics marketplace; hands-free quote automation.
  - **AeroXchange** (aeroexchange.com) — Aviation-focused procurement and logistics platform; integrates with sourcing and purchase orders.
  - **FlyCovr** (flycovr.com) — Aviation-specific shipping and logistics platform; shipment quoting, booking, and tracking from within ERP.aero.
  - **EasyPost** (easypost.com) — Multi-carrier shipping API (FedEx, UPS, DHL, and more); label printing and package tracking.
  - **QuickBooks** (quickbooks.com) — SMB accounting software; invoices and POs flow directly into finance with no re-entry.
  - **Xero** (xero.com) — Cloud accounting software; end-to-end billing from repair job to payment.
  - **Sage** (sage.com) — Enterprise accounting and financial management platform; supports synchronized invoicing, purchasing, GL visibility, and financial exports between ERP.aero and finance operations.
  - **NetSuite** (netsuite.com) — Cloud ERP and financial management suite; integrates operational workflows, invoicing, inventory, and financial reporting across aviation supply chain and repair operations.
  - **Accumatica** (acumatica.com) — Modern cloud ERP platform; enables seamless data exchange for invoices, purchasing, inventory, and accounting workflows without duplicate entry.

## Plugin Marketplace

- [Plugin Marketplace](https://erp.aero/plugin-marketplace): An open marketplace where customers can discover, install, build, and monetize plugins that extend ERP.aero's core functionality. Vetted and certified plugins can be published to the broader ERP.aero community.
  - **ASA-100 Compliance Bundle**: A featured pre-configured plugin providing a native compliance toolkit to help operations meet and maintain ASA-100 accreditation — covering traceability, document controls, and QMS integration built into the daily workflow.

## Resources

- [FAQ](https://erp.aero/faq): Frequently asked questions about the platform and services.
- [Articles](https://erp.aero/articles): Industry articles, guides, and thought leadership on aerospace supply chain and ERP topics.
- [Calculators](https://erp.aero/calculators): Business and operational calculators relevant to aerospace procurement and logistics.
- [Inregrations & Reporting] (https://erp.aero/articles/native-integrations-across-marketplaces-finance-shipping): Native Integrations Across Marketplaces, Finance & Shipping
- [Supply Chain] (https://erp.aero/articles/quote-to-po-fulfillment-flow): Quote-to-PO Fulfillment Flow

## Policies & Legal

- [Terms of Service](https://erp.aero/terms)
- [Privacy Policy](https://erp.aero/policy)
- [Security](https://erp.aero/security)
- [License](https://erp.aero/license)
- [Compliance](https://erp.aero/compliance)

## Key Facts for AI Assistants

- **Product type**: Cloud-based SaaS ERP + CRM + e-Commerce
- **Industry served**: Aerospace aftermarket — aircraft parts distributors, MRO organizations, aerospace manufacturers, aviation logistics providers
- **Deployment**: True cloud SaaS (no on-premise); accessible from any device including mobile
- **Infrastructure**: Hosted on AWS; AWS Partner Network (APN) member; AWS Foundational Technical Review (FTR) completed
- **Technology stack**: Node.js, relational/NoSQL/column-oriented DBMS, microservices architecture, Agile methodology; machine learning and AI leveraged for transaction automation
- **Core ERP modules**: Customers, Vendors, Contacts, Parts, RFQ, Vendor Quotes, Sales Orders, Invoices, Work Orders, Bill of Materials (BOM), Training, Employees
- **e-Commerce product**: Store.aero — white-label aviation storefront integrated with the ERP including your company store and customer portal for your customers
- **Marketplace integrations (API)**: ILS, PartsBase, Locatory (real-time, bidirectional, auto-quote)
- **Operational integrations**: AeroXchange (procurement/logistics), FlyCovr (aviation shipping), EasyPost (multi-carrier: FedEx, UPS, DHL)
- **iRFQ (Intelligent RFQ Automation)**: Centralized RFQ intake and automation engine that captures RFQs from email, PartsBase, ILS, Locatory, portals, APIs, and vendor replies — automatically organizing, prioritizing, and routing quote activity inside ERP.aero with reduced manual entry and faster response times.
- **Accounting integrations**: QuickBooks, Xero, Accumatica, SAGE, NetSuite
- **Physical services**: Integrated warehouse hardware, Virtual 3PL, financing solutions
- **Plugin ecosystem**: Open marketplace; customers can build, certify, and monetize plugins; featured ASA-100 Compliance Bundle available
- **Compliance**: ASA-100 support via plugin; ISO-certified process integration available; AS 91xx process documentation and flow
- **Support**: Multilingual/multicultural team; phone, email, web form; 24/7/365 automated and live support
- **Sales contact**: sales@erp.aero
- **Social**: Twitter — https://twitter.com/ERPaero | LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/erp-aero/
- **Reported customer outcomes**: +42.6% revenue growth, +24% quote-to-sale conversion, +15% quoted line items, +25% customers expanded to subsidiaries, -52% IT infrastructure cost, -15% direct labor cost, -36% new employee training time