Odoo 18 Enterprise Book - Volume 3: Inventory, Manufacturing and Productivity Paperback – June 12, 2025

Step into the next generation of business management with Odoo 18 Enterprise, a robust and all-in-one ERP platform designed to streamline your operations and elevate productivity across departments. This comprehensive guide, Volume 3 of the acclaimed Odoo Enterprise Book Series, dives deep into three essential pillars of business operations: Inventory, Manufacturing, and Productivity. Whether you're a business owner, functional consultant, system integrator, or ERP enthusiast, this book delivers practical knowledge and step-by-step instructions to discover the full potential of Odoo's latest features.What You’ll Learn in This VolumeThis third volume focuses on the operational backbone of your business, covering modules essential for product flow, production planning, maintenance, and internal communication. You’ll explore the following areas in detail:Inventory ManagementGain mastery over inventory workflows, stock tracking, warehouse management, and product movement analysis. Learn to maintain accurate inventory levels and optimize storage locations using real-time data.Manufacturing (MRP)Discover how to manage Bills of Materials (BoMs), streamline production planning, schedule work orders, and ensure timely manufacturing execution. Boost production efficiency through the intelligent use of Odoo’s MRP tools.Shop Floor ControlDive into live shop floor operations. Monitor progress, assign work orders, and improve productivity on the shop floor with Odoo’s intuitive interface and real-time insights.PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)Collaborate on product design, engineering changes, and documentation with PLM tools that bridge the gap between departments. Centralize product information and maintain version control throughout the development cycle.Purchase ManagementOptimize purchase strategies with vendor performance tracking, automated purchase orders, and cost control features. Manage supplier relationships to ensure business continuity and resource planning.Maintenance & QualityImplement preventive maintenance strategies and ensure product excellence with Odoo’s integrated Quality and Maintenance modules. Keep your operations smooth and your output reliable.Barcode & RepairsEnhance operational efficiency with barcode integration. Learn to manage product repairs and service requests with minimal downtime.Internal Communication with DiscussFoster collaboration and ensure team alignment using Odoo’s Discuss module. Facilitate real-time messaging, group discussions, and file sharing directly within the ERP.Data CleaningLearn how to organize data securely, remove unnecessary data, and maintain data integrity using Odoo's powerful Data cleaning features.Calendar & To-Do ModulesStay on top of meetings, tasks, and deadlines. Organize your workday with built-in scheduling and to-do management tools.Approvals WorkflowSet up multi-level approvals for purchases, expenses, time-off requests, and other critical business processes to ensure oversight and accountability.IoT & VoIP IntegrationDiscover how to connect hardware devices and enable VoIP calls to further automate processes and streamline communication.Knowledge ManagementStore and share internal documentation, SOPs, and team knowledge in one central location with the Knowledge module.WhatsApp IntegrationCommunicate with clients and vendors more effectively by integrating WhatsApp directly into your Odoo environment. Read more