Glossary
OSCU
Online Sales Control Unit—an element of Kenya’s electronic invoicing ecosystem used in KRA eTIMS-related setups.
Whether and how OSCU applies depends on your taxpayer profile and official guidance. ERP vendors may support eTIMS-ready software workflows; confirm device or OSCU obligations with KRA channels or a qualified…
- eTIMS ready
- Encrypted cloud
- Kenyan support
- Live in 24 hours
- M-Pesa workflows
- No servers to manage
Why it matters
What this means for your business
Whether and how OSCU applies depends on your taxpayer profile and official guidance. ERP vendors may support eTIMS-ready software workflows; confirm device or OSCU obligations with KRA channels or a qualified…
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Kenyan businesses use Kuza ERP to run operations with clarity — from the front line to finance.
How it works
Run erp without spreadsheet chaos
Kuza ERP connects counter, warehouse, and finance so retail teams see stock, sales, and compliance in one workspace.
- Real-time stock and sales visibility
- eTIMS-ready invoices from the same screen
- Role-based access for owners and staff
Built for Kenya
Designed for mobile-first teams
Owners review dashboards on phone while shop staff use POS and inventory tools built for Kenyan payment habits including M-Pesa.
- Works on phone, tablet, and desktop
- M-Pesa collections alongside cash and bank
- Local onboarding and support
Your team, aligned
One source of truth across branches
Stop reconciling WhatsApp summaries and notebooks. Every sale updates inventory and billing records automatically.
- Multi-branch stock transfers
- Shared customer and credit history
- Audit-ready invoice archive
Feature fit for your industry
| Capability | Included |
|---|---|
| Inventory | Yes |
| POS | Yes |
| CRM | Yes |
| Invoicing / eTIMS | Yes |
| Accounting | Yes |
Kuza ERP vs alternatives
| Option | Setup | Compliance | Inventory | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuza ERP | Hours — cloud signup | eTIMS-ready invoicing | Live multi-branch stock | From KES 2,500/month |
| Excel / manual books | Immediate but fragile | High error & audit risk | No real-time control | Hidden labour cost |
| Legacy on-prem ERP | Weeks to months | Often needs add-ons | Powerful but expensive | High licence + IT |
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Frequently asked questions
What is OSCU?
Online Sales Control Unit—an element of Kenya’s electronic invoicing ecosystem used in KRA eTIMS-related setups.
How does OSCU relate to Kuza ERP?
Whether and how OSCU applies depends on your taxpayer profile and official guidance. ERP vendors may support eTIMS-ready software workflows; confirm device or OSCU obligations with KRA channels or a qualified advisor—not from marketing copy alone.
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