Odoo ERP: The Comprehensive open-source solution for Business Process Management

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At initOS, we help businesses unlock the full potential of Odoo ERP. As an open-source and modular platform, Odoo enables you to streamline operations, adapt quickly to changing requirements, and scale efficiently, all without being tied to rigid software constraints. Whether you’re starting from scratch or optimizing an existing setup, our team bridges the gap between standard Odoo functionality and your unique business processes.

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What is Odoo ERP?

Odoo is an innovative, license-free, open-source solution that combines all business areas in one ERP software. With more than 7,000 modules and add-on applications, Odoo has grown into a fully integrated business software that can map all business processes.

Odoo is one of the most popular open-source ERP-software solutions and there is a good reason for it. The platform-independent and intuitive user interface makes it easy for every employee to use. Odoo ERP offers a modern and innovative software architecture for this purpose. Thanks to the modular structure, the realization of customer-specific requirements is uncomplicated and cost-effective and a step-by-step introduction is possible. In addition, the large community of developers and community participants worldwide guarantees a spirit of innovation and investment security. We are convinced of the possibilities offered by the application.

With the advantages and functions of Odoo, you can increase your efficiency, improve productivity and reduce the costs for the provision of IT systems. After successful development and Odoo implementation, we are also at your side with our wide range of training courses. In addition, we offer IT operations as a further service tailored to your needs.

We have been an Odoo partner for many years and are a member of the Odoo Community Association (OCA).

How does Odoo work?

The complete ERP system is based on the concept of apps. Each app maps an essential business process, e.g. CRM, sales, purchasing and warehouse. You only install the apps you need.

Modular structure

Odoo's modular design allows you to select only the functions you need for your business. You don't need to install any other apps. This leaves your menu clear and you do not need to update any data in apps that you do not need at all. The apps on your smartphone are a good comparison.

Main Apps

Odoo offers 40 main apps that cover the most common business processes in a standard chosen by Odoo. With these apps, some of the processes in the company can be easily mapped in many cases. Due to the large number of main apps, Odoo is attractive to many different industries.

Additional Modules

It is not possible for every company to adapt to the Odoo standard. Here are the add-ons: Choose from several thousand modules to meet your specific requirements. If there is nothing for you in this fund, it is no problem to develop the missing functionalities together with a partner due to the open-source code of Odoo.

Integration

The various apps from Odoo are fully integrated with each other. This means that you don't necessarily need to change the app if you have completed one step and want to do the next one. Example: After confirming an offer, you can create the invoice directly from the offer.

Odoo in Germany

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Odoo ERP not only offers an innovative and license-free open-source solution, but also a comprehensive German localization. Thanks to the work of the Odoo Community Association (OCA) and many committed developers, the software is fully available in the German language. The German user interface offers intuitive and efficient operation, which is suitable for every employee.

GoBD Compliant

Compliance with the guidelines for proper accounting and data access is no problem with Odoo. As GoBD-compliant software, Odoo can grant the required Z1, Z2 and Z3 accesses as well as create Z receipts and X receipts in the PoS system during a tax audit.

DATEV-Export

Also important for German companies: the DATEV export. To round off the financial accounting and hand it over to the tax consultant, Odoo also offers the option of making a DATEV export. The exports are available in ASCII and XML formats.

TSE

If you use a PoS system, it is also mandatory in Germany for electronic PoS systems to have a technical security device (TSE). Odoo has a cloud-based TSE that guarantees the immutability and seamless recording of all transactions.

Accounting with Odoo

One factor that previously prevented companies from using Odoo was that they could not handle their entire accounting in Odoo. Those days are over. Even with the open-source community edition, it is now possible to do all your accounting in Odoo.

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Why is Odoo the best open-source ERP software for SMEs?

Open Source

No license costs

Modular

Over 7,000 modules and additional applications available

State of the Art

Modern and innovative software structure

Flexible

Fast, universal and cost-effective expandability

Integrative approach

Full integration of business software

Digitalization

Mapping of all business processes

Community

Large community of developers and partners

Universal

Platform-independent and intuitive user interface

Iterative Introduction

Modular construction enables step-by-step introduction

Your solution for a predictable Odoo migration

Odoo Migration Pro

Every year, a new Odoo version is released. If you are wondering how you can keep up with this pace and not soon have a system that is no longer supported, then take a look at Odoo migration à la initOS.

Odoo ERP Modules

Discover versatile ERP modules to optimize your business processes from production and sales to HR and website development. Each module offers specialized tools to increase efficiency and productivity in all departments.

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Manufacturing

Manages production processes, including planning, scheduling and monitoring.

Sales

Simplifies the sales process from lead generation to order processing, including offers.

E-Commerce

Increases online sales with integrated tools for managing products, orders and customer interactions.

Point of Sale

Processes retail sales, supports barcode scanners and integrates inventory management.

Warehouse

Tracks stock, manages warehouses and controls product movements.

Project

Facilitates project management with tools for planning, time recording and collaboration.

CRM

Manages customer relationships, sales pipelines and marketing campaigns.

Marketing

Creates and sends email campaigns, tracks open rates and analyzes performance.

Customer Service

Manages customer support tickets, tracks problems and provides solutions.

Shopping

Manages supplier orders, tracks purchasing requirements and monitors procurement.

Invoices

Automates billing processes, tracks payments and manages customer invoices.

HR

Manages HR processes, including recruitment, employee files and performance assessments.

Odoo ist ungleich Odoo

Enterprise vs. Community

Odoo is not equal to Odoo. You can choose between two different editions: the license-free Community Edition and the licensed Enterprise Edition.

However, the license costs are not the only thing that distinguishes the two editions from each other.
In the Enterprise Edition, for example, there is an app for complete financial accounting, while in the Community Edition you have to combine different apps to get the same or even more extensive functionality.

You can find a complete comparison of the functions in our blog post.

How much does Odoo cost?

Enterprise

If you select the Enterprise Edition, license fees will be charged. If you only need a single app, you can also get Odoo for free. With the two other available rates, you get access to all apps and have to choose between the hosting variants.

Community

The Odoo Community Edition is completely free and you do not have to pay license fees. In theory, you can easily download the Community Edition on Odoo.com. However, due to the complexity of the ERP system, we always recommend professional advice from a qualified partner like us.

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