What drives the cost of custom software
Scope and complexity: a CRM with basic contact management costs far less than an operating system with AI workflows, UPI billing, attendance, analytics and multi-branch management.
AI integration: building genuine AI (automation workflows, LLM integration, predictive analytics) adds 30–50% to the base platform cost but delivers far more value than a simple database app.
Third-party integrations: WhatsApp Business API, Razorpay/UPI, GST APIs, biometric systems and existing ERP connections each add cost and timeline.
Multi-tenancy: if your platform will serve multiple clients or locations, the architecture is more complex — and more valuable — than a single-tenant system.
Realistic cost ranges (2026)
Basic CRM or internal tool (contact management, simple workflows): ₹3–8 lakh. Timeline: 4–8 weeks.
Mid-complexity SaaS MVP (user auth, payments, core modules, basic AI): ₹8–20 lakh. Timeline: 8–16 weeks.
Full AI operating system (FitOS/EduOS-level: CRM, billing, AI automation, WhatsApp, analytics, multi-branch): ₹20–60 lakh. Timeline: 12–24 weeks.
Enterprise platform (multi-tenant, complex integrations, compliance, AI): ₹50 lakh–2 crore+. Timeline: 6–18 months.
Build with Harmiz vs a general agency
General agencies build what you specify. Harmiz brings product thinking — we have already built and operate FitOS and EduOS, so we know what an AI business platform actually needs to work in production.
Our pricing reflects specialist depth: we don't quote low and expand scope later. Discovery, architecture and AI integration are built into every engagement.