Table of Contents

  1. Introduction

  2. Why Modules Are Essential to Unlock Dolibarr’s Potential

  3. 2025 Trends in Module Usage and Selection

  4. How We Ranked the Top Modules

  5. Top 10 Most Downloaded Modules – Overview

  6. Module #1: Smart Invoicing Automation

  7. Module #2: Moroccan Payroll Compliance Suite

  8. Module #3: Multi-Warehouse and Stock Intelligence

  9. Module #4: Electronic Signature and Delivery Validation

  10. Module #5: Arabic/French Dual-Language PDF Pack

  11. Module #6: KPI Dashboard and Business Analytics

  12. Module #7: Leave Management and HR Essentials

  13. Module #8: CRM+ Sales Booster Toolkit

  14. Module #9: Digital Purchase Orders and Supplier Tracking

  15. Module #10: Point-of-Sale (POS) Lite

  16. Final Thoughts

1. Introduction

Dolibarr ERP & CRM has continued to grow in popularity through 2025 as an open-source platform that provides small to mid-sized businesses with powerful ERP functionality—without the cost and complexity of legacy enterprise systems. But the real strength of Dolibarr lies in its modular architecture.

By installing additional modules, businesses can expand Dolibarr’s core capabilities to meet specific operational, legal, and workflow needs.

This article presents an in-depth look at the most downloaded Dolibarr modules on our store in 2025—based on thousands of downloads from a global community of users in logistics, retail, professional services, and public administration. These modules didn’t just rise to the top by chance—they solved real-world business problems with elegant, effective, and stable solutions.

2. Why Modules Are Essential to Unlock Dolibarr’s Potential

Out of the box, Dolibarr offers impressive tools: CRM, invoicing, stock, HR basics, and accounting. But many business processes—especially those with legal or regional compliance needs—require more.

Modules make Dolibarr truly shine by enabling:

  • Industry-specific workflows

  • Country-specific accounting formats

  • Automation of repetitive tasks

  • Professional document generation

  • Enhanced user experience

  • Secure integrations with third-party systems

Whether you're digitizing your HR process, automating invoice workflows, or localizing documents for multilingual clients, modules bridge the gap between a general ERP and a tailored business engine.

3. 2025 Trends in Module Usage and Selection

In 2025, several major trends have influenced module popularity:

  • Compliance-first implementations due to tax regulation changes in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East

  • Mobile workforce demands, leading to modules optimized for tablets and phones

  • Data visibility, with analytics and dashboards gaining traction

  • Multi-location retail and logistics, requiring better stock and delivery coordination

  • Localized documents and dual-language invoicing across Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, France, and Canada

These trends were reflected in the module choices made by thousands of companies—and are represented in the rankings that follow.

4. How We Ranked the Top Modules

This list is based on the actual number of downloads and active installations of each module via our store in 2025. We combined:

  • Module download count

  • Module activation rates

  • Customer reviews and feedback

  • Repeat purchases and bundle inclusions

  • Number of updates requested or applied

These data points helped us determine not only which modules were most downloaded—but also which ones delivered lasting value.

5. Top 10 Most Downloaded Modules – Overview

Here is the complete list of the most downloaded Dolibarr modules from our store in 2025:

  1. Smart Invoicing Automation

  2. Moroccan Payroll Compliance Suite

  3. Multi-Warehouse and Stock Intelligence

  4. Electronic Signature and Delivery Validation

  5. Arabic/French Dual-Language PDF Pack

  6. KPI Dashboard and Business Analytics

  7. Leave Management and HR Essentials

  8. CRM+ Sales Booster Toolkit

  9. Digital Purchase Orders and Supplier Tracking

  10. Point-of-Sale (POS) Lite

Let’s explore each one in detail.

6. Module #1: Smart Invoicing Automation

Problem Solved:

Manual invoicing delays, human error in totals or taxes, lack of invoice triggers from workflow status changes.

Features:

  • Auto-generation of invoices based on predefined events (e.g., delivery validated, project closed)

  • Smart template selection based on customer profile or region

  • Email-to-client with one-click PDF attachment

  • Multi-stage approval workflow (optional)

Why It’s #1:

Smart Invoicing saves hours per week in finance and accounting teams. It was adopted by logistics companies, SaaS vendors, and freelancers alike.

Download count (2025): 5,300+
Typical user profile: Finance managers, CFOs, B2B service providers

7. Module #2: Moroccan Payroll Compliance Suite

Problem Solved:

Complex payroll calculations in Morocco, including CNSS, AMO, IGR, and regional taxes.

Features:

  • Salary grid definition

  • CNSS and AMO auto-calculations

  • Payslip generation with Arabic/French PDF export

  • Monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance reports

Why It’s Popular:

Used by both private companies and accounting firms, it provides a legal framework and saves countless hours of spreadsheet juggling.

Download count (2025): 4,800+
Typical user profile: HR departments, payroll admins, accounting firms

8. Module #3: Multi-Warehouse and Stock Intelligence

Problem Solved:

Inability to track stock across multiple warehouses or stores in native Dolibarr.

Features:

  • Warehouse-level visibility of stock quantities

  • Internal transfer requests and digital movement logs

  • Threshold alerts and predictive stock analysis

  • Dashboards for stock rotation KPIs

Why It’s Indispensable:

Businesses with multiple branches use this module to stay on top of stock levels, reduce dead inventory, and improve replenishment cycles.

Download count (2025): 4,500+
Typical user profile: Logistics managers, warehouse supervisors, procurement officers

9. Module #4: Electronic Signature and Delivery Validation

Problem Solved:

Paper-based delivery confirmations delay invoicing and are prone to loss or disputes.

Features:

  • Digital signature capture from tablet or mobile

  • Auto-sync with Dolibarr delivery slips

  • Secure archiving of signed documents in /documents/

  • Optional GPS tagging of signature location

Why It’s Popular:

Delivery companies and B2B logistics providers rely on this module to automate proof of delivery, reduce disputes, and trigger invoicing faster.

Download count (2025): 4,100+
Typical user profile: Fleet managers, logistics coordinators, service teams

10. Module #5: Arabic/French Dual-Language PDF Pack

Problem Solved:

In Morocco and many North African countries, legally compliant documents must be issued in both Arabic and French.

Features:

  • Fully localized invoice and proposal templates

  • Right-to-left (RTL) language support

  • Configurable logo, company info, and footer per language

  • Built on stable TCPDF rendering with fallback fonts

Why It’s Popular:

This module is critical for businesses serving bilingual markets or operating under Moroccan and Algerian legislation.

Download count (2025): 3,800+
Typical user profile: Accountants, administrative managers, consultants

11. Module #6: KPI Dashboard and Business Analytics

Problem Solved:

Dolibarr lacks advanced native dashboards for decision-makers.

Features:

  • Drag-and-drop widget interface

  • Real-time views of sales, overdue invoices, deliveries, and stock

  • Department-specific dashboards (Sales, Accounting, HR)

  • Compatible with Dolibarr permissions system

Why It’s Popular:

Executives and managers use this module daily for data-driven decisions, reducing the need for Excel exports or manual calculations.

Download count (2025): 3,600+
Typical user profile: CEOs, team leads, strategic analysts

12. Module #7: Leave Management and HR Essentials

Problem Solved:

Basic HR tracking in Dolibarr lacks leave approval workflows and employee document tracking.

Features:

  • Leave request and validation flow

  • Leave balance tracking with accrual rules

  • Departmental calendars

  • Employee contract and document uploads

Why It’s Popular:

Companies managing 10+ employees use this to replace spreadsheets and streamline HR without a full HRIS.

Download count (2025): 3,200+
Typical user profile: HR managers, admin officers, SME directors

13. Module #8: CRM+ Sales Booster Toolkit

Problem Solved:

Native Dolibarr CRM lacks automation and scoring tools.

Features:

  • Lead scoring and qualification rules

  • Pipeline visual view with drag-and-drop

  • Automated reminders and follow-ups

  • Email campaign triggers and performance tracking

Why It’s Popular:

Sales teams love the improved visibility and automation. Managers love the accountability and metrics.

Download count (2025): 2,900+
Typical user profile: Sales managers, account executives, marketing teams

14. Module #9: Digital Purchase Orders and Supplier Tracking

Problem Solved:

Dolibarr’s built-in supplier management is too simple for real procurement workflows.

Features:

  • Digital purchase requests with internal validation

  • Supplier ratings and performance history

  • Email purchase orders with tracking links

  • Sync with stock receipts and invoices

Why It’s Popular:

Ideal for businesses that manage frequent supplier interactions or have a procurement team.

Download count (2025): 2,700+
Typical user profile: Purchasing managers, procurement analysts, operations teams

15. Module #10: Point-of-Sale (POS) Lite

Problem Solved:

Small retailers and service counters need fast, keyboard-friendly POS systems integrated with Dolibarr’s stock and accounting.

Features:

  • Touch-friendly interface

  • Barcode scanning support

  • Ticket printing and cash drawer compatibility

  • Direct integration with Dolibarr products, stock, and third parties

Why It’s Popular:

Retailers and service points install this lightweight POS to avoid third-party platforms like Shopify or Square.

Download count (2025): 2,500+
Typical user profile: Store owners, field sales agents, cashiers

16. Final Thoughts

The most downloaded modules of 2025 reflect the evolving needs of Dolibarr users worldwide: more automation, better legal compliance, real-time data access, and professional UX/UI.

These modules don’t just extend Dolibarr—they transform it into a complete business operating system.

Key Takeaways:

  • Productivity is the #1 driver of module adoption

  • Localization and compliance remain critical in multilingual and multi-legal markets

  • Modular design enables SMBs to scale Dolibarr without major IT investment

  • Certified modules ensure compatibility, stability, and long-term usability

If you’re using Dolibarr in 2025, these top 10 modules are not just popular—they’re proven, trusted tools used by thousands of companies like yours.

Your business deserves more than a basic ERP. With the right modules, Dolibarr becomes your growth engine.