Odoo is a leading open-source ERP system in the market, functioning as a business data center that integrates all key operations such as human resources, finance, supply chain, sales, marketing, and more. If you're not familiar with Odoo, here are three key reasons to attend Odoo Experience 2024:
Witness the Release of Odoo 18:
Odoo experts will provide official presentations and workshops to help users understand the latest features and the value they bring to businesses.
Network with Odoo Representatives and Partners:
Engage with official Odoo representatives during Q&A sessions to address questions about your current business infrastructure and seek guidance on implementation and customisation from certified experts.
Connect with the Odoo User Community:
This event draws thousands of Odoo users, offering an opportunity to connect, share real-life experiences, and learn how others utilize Odoo for their businesses.
Every year, Odoo introduces new features, and this year is no exception. Users are eagerly anticipating the new changes and updates that Fabien Pinckaers, Odoo CEO, will reveal. So, what features are users expecting in Odoo 18?
Top Anticipated Features in Odoo 18 :
Improved Inventory and Manufacturing Capabilities :
Odoo 18 is expected to introduce advancements in inventory management and manufacturing operations, including:
Batch tracking enhancements such as picking orders in batch, a batch’s map view, and automated batch creation.
Updates to the Barcode app with new capabilities.
Improvements in inventory valuation, serial management, push rules, and more.

Manufacturing operations will see enhancements in Gantt views, quality checks, repair orders, and UI updates in the MPS.

Advanced Marketing Automation :
Users anticipate upgraded marketing functionalities within Odoo, including:
Automated contact merge.
Improved email deliverability.
Streamlined automation setup.
These upgrades aim to simplify marketing workflows, reduce technical obstacles, and increase personification features like name splitting and linking registrations to contacts.

Improved E-commerce and Website Functionality :
The "Save as Global" option in the Odoo website editor is highly anticipated, allowing users to save reusable content blocks for consistency across pages.
Changes in the top navigation bar of the website builder are expected to improve readability and usability.
E-commerce updates may include a refreshed checkout experience with a new location selection widget, one-page checkout, and SEO improvements.

Improved Sales Management and Performance Tracking :
Sales leaders anticipate a more robust sales management solution, including personalized goals for each salesperson and a new "Sales Commissions" module to manage sales incentives.
Additional features may include custom PDF quotations, 'Combo Products' functionality, and a loyalty program on the customer portal.

Simplified Accounting, Invoicing, and Banking :
Users hope for the integration of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to automate data extraction and minimize errors.
New invoicing features, improved banking interfaces, and enhanced reporting capabilities are also anticipated.
Native GS1 Barcode Generation :
Users are looking forward to native GS1 barcode generation, streamlining inventory management and product flow for businesses relying on logistics.
Advanced Data Analysis in Spreadsheets and Dashboards :
Odoo 18 will likely offer improved team collaboration, faster spreadsheet loading speeds, and more customization options for data analysis.

Optimized Mobile CRM and Quoting :
Odoo 18 is expected to improve mobile quote generation, opportunity lookups, and streamlined mobile views for remote sales teams.

Comprehensive Non-financial Reporting :
Features for managing and reporting on carbon impact, such as CSRD or CO2 emissions reporting, are expected to meet the growing demand for sustainable business practices.
Additional Noteworthy Features :
Improvements in the HR & Payroll module,
New changes in Documents module, and e-signatures.
Optimized framework updates, including a more mobile-friendly UI,
Multi-company switcher
Improved print CSS.