Introducing the newly released Odoo 18, with advanced features and enhancements for your business operations. This latest version aims at improving usability, boosting performance, and optimizing processes in businesses. Right from fresh modules to innovative customizations, it has something that caters to almost every business requirement. Users are guaranteed to enjoy a refined platform that is modifiable to many aspects of certain fields and a reduction in discomfort throughout the handling of the underperforming business field. In this blog, you will learn about the fresh changes present in the new Odoo 18 and how these new elements can help you step up your business management strategies and automate your day-to-day tasks.

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Discover Odoo 18, the latest features for Efficient Business Management

Refined User Interface for Effortless User Experience

In contrast to the previous versions, Odoo 18 has introduced new mobile views to make the experience smoother and faster. This means it is easy to bookmark and share the URLs consistent with the simple browser and easy to be on point. Switching is now more seamless! If you have several companies and need to switch from one to another, it is now very convenient with the new function called the company switcher. Also, you can convert the most used application into a web app on the desktop or device screen thus no more fussing between tabs. The Project Top Bar is considered a one-stop solution to give an edge to project managers where you can review overall progress, due dates, and more. Odoo has now become your personal assistant to help out with all the details of the project. Completion of objectives and goals are now more manageable and convenient than they ever used to be.

 

Keep Your Manufacturing Business Operations On Track With Odoo 18

Odoo 18’s latest update makes manufacturing much easier and efficient. The product catalog is now right on Bill Of Materials and Manufacturing Orders, giving you quick access to all product details with zero hassle. You don’t have to search through different pages anymore. Additional instructions can be added directly to work orders, ensuring nothing goes overlooked. You can also expand instructions as needed, keeping your workspace dashboard clean and organized. This update helps your team stay on track and ensures all information is onboard and easy to find. Odoo 18 is an all-rounder solution for streamlining your manufacturing process and enhancing your overall business management.

 

Generate Product Records with Barcode Lookups

The new Odoo 18 version enhances customization for manufacturing operations. They are now positioned right on Bill Of Materials and Manufacturing Orders, so all product information is easily available without searching through tabs. It’s no longer a headache to investigate the pages of the websites you are interested in. Special instructions can be added right to work orders, mitigating the risk of missing any crucial detail. They can be extended depending on the process so that you can keep your dashboard as clean as possible. This new feature update assists your team in being focused and helps your operations team stay updated with the current agendas. Odoo 18 is all about enabling your manufacturing process to be more comprehensive with these simple and valuable additions.

 

Better Inventory Tracking System

Odoo 18 brings a better method to control your inventory with improved lot and serial number valuation. Now every product can be recorded to the last detail in this feature, ensuring nothing exits unticked. A push/pull feature helps regulate stock flow so that operations are not held up and all stock readily moves, thus avoiding situations like under or overstocking. The lot and serial number valuation provides a way to determine the value of specific inventory items, making Odoo inventory management more effective. The new dispatch management tool gives you complete control over your shipments, allowing you to monitor and control your dispatches.

 

Online Booking for Your Clients

Odoo 18 comes with a new quick-start page that helps you easily set up your online booking appointment at your client’s convenience. Today, scheduling appointments is simple and quick, and online slot booking for clients cuts traveling costs and time. The real-time status update is beneficial in ensuring that you and your clients are aware of the progress, freeing you from the stress of wondering whether you booked something or not. Odoo is now your Virtual Assistant. With this feature, your bookings and those of everyone will be easier to arrange, saving you precious time.


Polished Point of Sale System for Better Customer Satisfaction

Odoo 18 has integrated a new Point of Sale (POS) to enhance customer satisfaction. The new interface is neat, easy to navigate, and user-friendly for both computer and laptop. You can move quickly, which improves efficiency in the add-ons and checkout processes. The updated product variants and quantity selection helps find items easily, enhancing workflow. A new barcode lookup option drives scanning efficiency, making overall transactions faster and less complicated. These changes save time at checkout points and promote a smooth, ideal shopping experience. With Odoo 18’s POS enhancements, your store can handle customer flow better than any other ERP platform.

 

Craft Quotations with Precision Using Odoo 18

A smart quotation calculator aids you in generating accurate quotations without approximations. This newly added feature has created reliability and professionalism in your sales process. Another nice touch is that you can easily report to your clients with the help of a newly added PDF quote builder, which elevates your proposals to a new level of promising aesthetics. It is easy to navigate the tool, making quote creation straightforward. Additionally, managing sales commissions for your employees has never been simpler! You can design any type of sales commission structure you want, ensuring your salespeople are fairly compensated. All these enhancements promise a smooth and efficient management of quotes and commissions in Odoo 18, benefiting your overall business operations.

 

Prevent Duplication in Invoices with Enhanced System Checks

Invoice duplication can create misunderstandings, but the fear of duplication is now eradicated with the new features introduced in Odoo 18 to make your invoicing experience efficient and flawless. The system now has better controls to minimize instances of duplicate invoices right from the input level. These are less likely to be error-prone and ensure your account books look neat and up to date. The feature of Invoice hashing provides added security, as all your documents will be secured and unique. Moreover, the data selection is polished, and new budgeting options enhance easy and effective financial resource planning in your business operations processes.

 

Conclusion

Odoo has always promised to deliver all the business operations tools under one umbrella, and with the fresh release of Odoo 18 that comes with a set of new features that drastically improve the platform’s usability and give its performance a boost. This version offers a refined user interface and enriched modules that aim to make business activities easier. New accounting features and improved reporting are some of the standout improvements. Thanks to Odoo’s automation and user-friendly features, it does not matter what size of business you are running; Odoo is the enterprise solution you can trust from Leads to Sales. With the newer release of Odoo 18, there will be something interesting for you to explore, further customizing your system.

Conclusively, Odoo 18 marks a new level of integrated business operation solutions. If you would like to have Odoo developmental services, customizations implemented, or want to stay updated regarding newer Odoo versions to come in the future, we are available.

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