Odoo ERP for the Future Factories Programme in Saudi Arabia — Ministry of Industry Accredited Provider
iWesabe Technologies is one of fewer than 86 providers accredited by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to deliver ERP solutions under the Future Factories Programme (Masanid Al-Mustaqbal). We enable Saudi factories to access government funding covering up to 80% of the approved solution cost — up to SAR 300,000 — subject to eligibility criteria issued by the Ministry. Whether your factory is planning to join the programme or has already begun its SIRI assessment, our accredited team in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al Khobar is ready to lead your digital transformation from gap analysis to full go-live.
What is the Future Factories Programme and who is eligible?
The Future Factories Programme was launched by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources with the goal of transforming 4,000 Saudi factories over five years. Its objective is to move industrial facilities from low-productivity manual operations to smart, automated, data-driven operations — in direct implementation of the National Industrial Development and Logistics Programme (NIDLP) under Vision 2030.
The programme uses SIRI — the Smart Industry Readiness Index — as its assessment framework. SIRI is endorsed by Saudi Arabia and by the World Economic Forum as the global standard for measuring factory digital maturity across six Industry 4.0 readiness dimensions.
The programme offers two tracks: one for newly established factories to ensure they are designed with high manufacturing efficiency standards from the start; and one for existing factories to support adoption of advanced technologies and achieve documented operational transformation.
Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources accredited ERP provider under the Future Factories Programme.
What is the SIRI assessment and why does it matter?
SIRI measures factory digital maturity across six dimensions: Process & Technology Integration, Automation, Supply Chain Integration, Workforce Capabilities, Data Management, and Sustainability. Factories are assessed from Level 0 to Level 6. To receive official recognition as a transformed factory under the Future Factories Programme, a factory must reach Level 2 in its SIRI assessment after executing its digital transformation plan.
iWesabe begins every programme project with a SIRI gap analysis — assessing the factory's operational baseline against Level 2 criteria and identifying the specific Odoo modules and configurations that close those gaps before the accredited assessment takes place.
How does iWesabe deliver the Future Factories Programme on Odoo?
SIRI Gap Analysis & Digital Readiness Review
iWesabe consultants conduct a structured assessment of your factory's current operations, systems, and workflows against SIRI Level 2 benchmarks. The output is a gap report identifying which processes need to be digitised and which Odoo modules address each gap.
Future Factories Programme Application Support
iWesabe prepares and submits your factory's application to the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources — including the digital transformation roadmap, technology implementation plan, and expected CERI improvement indicators. As an accredited provider, our documentation is recognised by the Ministry, reducing application processing risk.
Odoo ERP Implementation
Core Odoo modules are configured and deployed in line with the approved transformation plan: Manufacturing (MRP), Inventory, Procurement, Quality, Maintenance, Financial Management with ZATCA Phase 2 e-invoicing, and HR & Payroll aligned with GOSI. Every implementation includes ZATCA Phase 2 as a mandatory component.
SIRI Transformation Plan Execution
iWesabe's team executes the agreed digital transformation roadmap and tracks progress against SIRI maturity targets throughout the project. Regular milestone reviews ensure the factory stays on track for the second CERI assessment.
Post-Go-Live Follow-Up & CERI Documentation
After go-live, iWesabe monitors factory performance data within Odoo and prepares the documentation required for the second CERI assessment — formally recording the transformation and qualifying the factory for programme completion.
Which Odoo modules meet the Future Factories Programme requirements?
| Odoo Module | SIRI Dimension Addressed | Factory Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing (MRP) | Process & Technology Integration | Production planning, work orders, shop floor management, Bills of Materials |
| Inventory | Automation & Data Management | Real-time stock levels, barcode scanning, multi-warehouse control, full traceability |
| Procurement | Supply Chain Integration | Vendor management, purchase automation, supplier performance tracking |
| Quality | Process Integration | Quality checkpoints, defect tracking, inspection workflows |
| Maintenance | Automation | Preventive maintenance scheduling, equipment downtime tracking, spare parts management |
| Accounting + ZATCA | Data Management & Compliance | Financial management with Phase 2 e-invoicing — mandatory for all Saudi factories |
| HR & Payroll | Workforce Capabilities | GOSI-compliant payroll, Saudization (Nitaqat) tracking, attendance management |
What documentation does iWesabe provide to the Ministry?
As an accredited Ministry provider, iWesabe prepares the complete documentation package required for programme application and CERI assessment:
SIRI Gap Analysis Report
Current maturity baseline against Level 2 criteria.
Digital Transformation Roadmap
Module-by-module implementation plan with timelines.
Technology Implementation Plan
Technical architecture and integration specifications.
Expected CERI Improvement Indicators
Projected maturity gains per SIRI dimension.
ZATCA Phase 2 Compliance Documentation
Mandatory component in all eligible implementations.
Post-Go-Live Performance Report
For second CERI assessment by the Ministry.
How much government funding is available and how is it calculated?
The Future Factories Programme provides direct financial support to eligible Saudi factories adopting digital transformation solutions. The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources covers up to 80% of the approved solution cost, up to a maximum of SAR 300,000, with the factory contributing the remaining 20%.
Under this structure, a factory implementing an SAR 200,000 Odoo solution pays only SAR 40,000 — the Ministry funds the remaining SAR 160,000. For many factories, this removes the primary financial barrier to ERP adoption.
| Total Project Cost | Ministry Grant (80%) | Factory Contribution (20%) | Typical Odoo Scope |
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| SAR 100,000 | SAR 80,000 | SAR 20,000 | Manufacturing, Inventory, Accounting, ZATCA Phase 2 |
| SAR 200,000 | SAR 160,000 | SAR 40,000 | Above + Procurement, Quality, HR & Payroll (GOSI) |
| SAR 375,000 | SAR 300,000 (max) | SAR 75,000 | Full Odoo suite + custom integrations + ZATCA + maintenance |
Grant values are indicative. All grants are subject to verification against Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources eligibility criteria, programme budget availability, and the factory meeting all requirements. Maximum grant is SAR 300,000 regardless of total project cost. iWesabe does not guarantee grant approval — it supports the application process as an accredited provider.
Why do Saudi factories choose iWesabe for the Future Factories Programme?
Official Ministry of Industry Accreditation
iWesabe is one of fewer than 86 providers accredited by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to deliver digital transformation solutions under the Future Factories Programme in Saudi Arabia.
Best Partner MENA 2023
iWesabe was awarded Best Odoo Partner MENA 2023, and achieved the highest revenue in Saudi Arabia for 2022/2023 — the most recent major regional Odoo awards in the Kingdom.
Odoo Gold Partner — V10 to V19
iWesabe holds Odoo Gold Partner status — the highest partnership tier. We are the first and only partner in the Gulf and MENA region certified across every Odoo version from V10 to V19, ensuring implementations are built on the most current and stable release.
Saudi Team Across Three Cities
iWesabe consultants work on-site from Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al Khobar. Because Future Factories Programme projects require physical presence, our team attends SIRI assessments, oversees factory floor setup, and is present at go-live in person.
ZATCA Phase 2 in Every Implementation
ZATCA Phase 2 e-invoicing compliance is a mandatory component of every iWesabe implementation — not an optional add-on. Saudi factories implementing Odoo through iWesabe are fully ZATCA Phase 2 compliant from day one, with no separate compliance project required.
14+ Years in Saudi Manufacturing ERP
iWesabe has delivered manufacturing ERP implementations in Saudi Arabia since 2012 — 14+ years covering food & beverage, industrial equipment, building materials, chemicals, and packaging. This sector-specific experience is applied directly to Future Factories Programme projects.
Which Saudi industry sectors have used the Future Factories Programme?
iWesabe has delivered Odoo ERP implementations under the Future Factories Programme across a wide range of Saudi manufacturing sectors. The table below highlights the key operational challenges each sector has addressed through the programme.
| Industry Sector | Key Challenge Addressed | Primary Odoo Modules Used |
|---|---|---|
| Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Production traceability, raw material sourcing compliance, expiry date management | Manufacturing (MRP), Inventory, Quality, ZATCA |
| Industrial Equipment | Work order management, spare parts control, preventive maintenance scheduling | Manufacturing, Maintenance, Procurement, Inventory |
| Building Materials & Construction Supplies | Multi-warehouse inventory across sites, purchase automation, project costing | Inventory, Procurement, Manufacturing, Accounting |
| Chemical Manufacturing | Batch production tracking, quality inspection, safety compliance documentation | Manufacturing, Quality, Inventory, Accounting |
| Packaging & Printing | Production scheduling, job costing, waste tracking, customer delivery management | Manufacturing, Inventory, Sales, Accounting + ZATCA |
| Garments & Textiles | Per-SKU Bills of Materials, production floor management, variant-based inventory | Manufacturing, Inventory, Sales, HR & Payroll |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Odoo accredited under the Future Factories Programme in Saudi Arabia?
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Yes. iWesabe Technologies is an accredited service provider under the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources' Future Factories Programme. Odoo ERP implementations delivered by iWesabe are eligible for consideration for government funding subject to eligibility criteria and Ministry approval. Our accreditation is registered with the Ministry — contact our team for verification.
How much government grant funding is available and how is it calculated?
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Eligible Saudi factories can receive grants covering up to 80% of approved digital transformation solution costs, up to a maximum of SAR 300,000. The factory contributes the remaining 20%. For example: an Odoo project costing SAR 200,000 receives a SAR 160,000 grant with the factory contributing SAR 40,000. Grants are subject to eligibility criteria and programme budget availability.
How long does an Odoo implementation under the Future Factories Programme take?
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Typical projects with iWesabe take 8–14 weeks from the initial SIRI gap analysis to CERI results documentation, depending on factory size, number of Odoo modules deployed, data migration volume, and custom development requirements. The programme application is submitted in parallel with implementation to avoid delays.
Does the Future Factories Programme grant cover ZATCA Phase 2 e-invoicing?
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Yes. ZATCA Phase 2 compliance is a mandatory component of every iWesabe Odoo implementation and is included within the scope of the approved solution submitted to the Ministry. Factories implementing Odoo through iWesabe are fully ZATCA Phase 2 compliant from day one — no separate compliance project required.
Can we apply for the Future Factories Programme and implement Odoo at the same time?
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Yes — and this is the recommended approach. iWesabe manages the Ministry application and the Odoo implementation in parallel. The SIRI gap analysis feeds directly into the application documentation, and the implementation roadmap is structured to demonstrate CERI gains during assessment. Parallel execution reduces total project duration by 4–6 weeks compared to sequential delivery.
Ready to apply for the Future Factories Programme?
iWesabe's Future Factories Programme assessment is free and without obligation. Our team reviews your factory's eligibility, aligns your current operations with SIRI Level 2 criteria, and provides a realistic implementation roadmap — before you commit to any contract.
As one of fewer than 86 Ministry-accredited providers in the Kingdom, iWesabe combines government programme expertise with the technical depth of an Odoo Gold Partner — guiding your factory's transformation from assessment to go-live.
Our consultants are based in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al Khobar, and are available for on-site factory visits across the Kingdom. Enquiries are typically answered within one business day.
