Key Challenges Faced During Odoo Erp Implementation

By Author: Alex Forsyth
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The requirement of an ERP solution is indisputable for every organisation. From streamlining and organising core business operations, models like the Odoo ERP software brings about a smooth balance in the workflow. A unique value proposition by the Odoo implementation company, it provides one with the ability to automate every task from integrated and centralised system access. Its top-notch scalability helps drive massive business growth, thus forming a one-in-all-solution for all.  
 
However, every company faces some major challenges when it comes to implementing ERP software for businesses. Coming to a final choice is almost a nightmare. With ever-changing technologies and rapid improvements, it becomes difficult for the company to select the best from the lot. Also concerned about whether the ERP will help their business to run efficiently, it becomes a time consuming and tedious process.  
 
In this article, the writer has mentioned the ...
... few common challenges that every organisation faces while implementing the ERP application for themselves. The potential solutions have been elaborated upon.  
 
1. The selection challenge  
Before the final implementation of the ERP software. The foremost and important question that pops in the mind of the company managers is whether their choice of the ERP system is at their best interests. They recheck whether the software will suit the business objective, the preferences and the needs of the industry. They also ensure the scope, functionality and flexibility of the software. For this, one has to do thorough research and analysis. This should follow a detailed streak of consultations and seeking suggestions. While there are multiple factors for consideration regarding this, taking the final decision is also crucial for the entire team.    
 
Solution - In an attempt to find an all-encompassing ERP software system, most of the organisations end up making wrong choices. While there are hundreds of software options already available in the market today, one of the most favourable ones in the Odoo ERP. In terms of the functional approach,  flexibility, scalability, Odoo unleashes the huge potential for work. It streamlines all the core business activities, storing and managing a steady database so that the requirement of manual-based labour is completely avoided. The software also allows the sharing of data between all, through control from a single integrated dashboard. There are almost 4 million global Odoo users today. It is cost-effective. However, the most important feature of this is its modular structure so that different segments of work can be executed with full cooperation and harmony. It is one of the most comprehensive ERP solutions that address every problem related to organisational operations and also focuses on revenue-oriented futuristic growth and expansion.  
 
2. Technical Challenges
There is a lot of confusion when it comes to selecting a single software package that consists of a strong technical foundation. One has to consider various aspects - hardware, software, servers and users. The goal is to bring back value to the company, working cohesively and addressing all the challenges as well.   
 
Presently, most companies prefer to use the cloud-based ERP system. If not, then the companies have to consistently revise the hardware and software systems from time to time or else buy new ones. Buying ERP software over and over again is a huge investment. One also thinks about analysing the internal networking, modernising it and considering improvements in speed etc.    
 
If the technical needs are underestimated, it can cause a dramatic impact on the progress of the company and also its success. A not so suitable ERP software slows down the pace of the business and also leads to other various issues.  
 
Solution -  The Odoo ERP is the most suitable when it comes to having a strong technical foundation. It addresses all the requirements of the company with ease, and a low level of investment. It comes with a plethora of benefits and advantages for the organisation, which will boost the sales, manage all the finances, take the workload off the HR and administration, take care of marketing, supply and delivery chains and much more. When one considers an overview of the current business landscape, they notice that Odoo is the best software for all.  
 
3. Data and Quality Challenges
This is also another common challenge which influences one’s choice of ERP software. In many applications, it functions by managing old data which has been already stored and worked upon. Often the data goes missing from the software. It is sometimes incorrect, filled with approximate details. Now, even if one wants to implement new ERP software, data transfer becomes difficult. Without a proper mode of integration, it leads to a complete failure. Oftentimes the data which is generated through the legacy system is not compatible with the new system implemented. This happens mostly due to the lack of solid project planning.  
 
Solution - For the ERP system to function seamlessly, one needs to select the most appropriate model after carefully considering all its features. Odoo ERP is the best when it comes to seamless data integration and management. With almost 5000 modules and business plugins, Odoo is designed to integrate vital business processes. The modular structure functions effectively, handling all the operations besides superior maintenance of the database. This comprehensive business solution works on the basis of a centralised, single system which also balances the techniques and the pace of the work. It is also utilised in productive project management, assigning tasks and sub-tasks to the employees and ensuring that data sharing is available for all.  
 
Alex Forsyth is an experienced consultant of a reliable Odoo implementation company in Australia, Envertis Software Solutions. The author has written this article to convey to the readers the most common challenges faced by the organisations when it comes to the implementation of the Odoo ERP.