Ravi Bhattarai

Ravi Bhattarai is an educator, entrepreneur, and tech activist who has spent over a decade challenging the status quo and advocating for the global adoption of open-source technologies. As a mentor and teacher, he introduces students and organizations to the benefits of free software, demonstrating how open-source platforms can revitalize old hardware and solve critical educational challenges in remote regions of Nepal. His work also extends into the healthcare sector, where he has trained and supported teams at community hospitals in Achham and Dolkha to implement paperless, automated systems using open-source medical technology.

Since 2010, Bhattarai has focused on open-source Enterprise Resource Planning ERP systems, dedicating years to developing integrated management software that automates business functions such as accounting, human resources, and inventory. He provides accessible and affordable ERP solutions designed to help startups and established enterprises reduce operational costs while ensuring they retain full ownership of their data. Passionate about fostering a collaborative entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nepal, he continues to champion community-driven technological growth and can be reached across various online platforms under the handle Axon RB.