A prominent vegetable farming and retail company, focused on delivering fresh produce to consumers through retail stores and direct online sales, recently recognized the need to upgrade their ERP system. With a well-established eCommerce platform on WooCommerce, they had been using Odoo 15 to manage essential business functions. Thanks to ERPixel, their trusted Odoo development company, the company previously implemented modules for Sales, Purchase, Inventory, and Accounting, along with an eCommerce connector that synchronized WooCommerce with Odoo. With new versions of Odoo offering enhanced functionality, the vegetable farming company saw an opportunity to optimize their processes and stay competitive.
Why Migrate? Exploring the Benefits of Odoo 17 and Odoo 18
Odoo 17 and Odoo 18 offer a range of new features that would support the vegetable farming company in enhancing both operational efficiency and customer experience. Key reasons for their migration include:
- WhatsApp Connector: Odoo 18 includes seamless integration with WhatsApp, allowing the company to communicate directly with customers about orders, promotions, and seasonal updates.
- Enhanced Accounting Capabilities: The updated Accounting module offers tools to track unrealized gains and losses, crucial for a business that operates on a seasonal basis. Odoo’s advanced Financial Reporting tools also enable the creation of tailored, data-rich reports to provide insight into financial performance.
- Improved User Interface (UI): Odoo 18’s updated, user-friendly interface helps employees manage tasks more efficiently, ensuring smooth operations even during peak harvest seasons.
- Future-Proofing with Migration Capabilities: Migrating to the latest versions now will allow easier upgrades in the future, keeping the company adaptable to new technology advancements.
The ERPixel team also introduced a comprehensive Business Intelligence (BI) tool integrated with Odoo 18, empowering the vegetable farming company to make data-driven decisions that optimize supply, demand, and inventory management.
Selecting ERPixel as the Trusted Partner for Migration
Given the scope of the project, the vegetable farming company knew they needed a skilled Odoo expert to ensure a smooth migration from Odoo 15 Enterprise Edition to Odoo 18. ERPixel, a reliable Odoo partner serving Poland and the EU, was the ideal choice. Known for their exceptional service and technical expertise, ERPixel has assisted numerous businesses across industries, with many clients finding them through searches like “Odoo implementation company,” “Odoo development company,” and “Odoo migration expert.”
Within days of finalizing the contract, ERPixel began the migration process. They started by creating a secure backup of the existing database and prepared it for migration using Odoo’s official tools. One of the most complex aspects was migrating the custom modules specifically designed for the vegetable farming business’s operations. ERPixel’s team ensured that these unique processes transitioned smoothly to Odoo 18, adapting modules as needed to meet the client’s requirements. The migration was completed under a fixed-price contract, providing the client with financial predictability and confidence in ERPixel’s ability to deliver on budget.
Successful Migration and Future Growth
The migration from Odoo 15 to Odoo 18 was a complete success. The vegetable farming company now enjoys enhanced tools, streamlined processes, and a future-ready system that supports growth and adaptability. With ERPixel’s expertise, they’ve taken full advantage of Odoo’s latest features, positioning themselves as a leader in the vegetable farming and retail industry. For any company considering an Odoo migration, partnering with an experienced Odoo development company like ERPixel is key to achieving a smooth, efficient transition.
