Most ERP projects don't struggle because the software is bad. They struggle because of avoidable decisions made before and during setup. The same handful of mistakes come up again and again, and almost all of them are cheaper to prevent than to fix. Here are the five worth watching for. 1. Starting without clear goals "We need an ERP" is not a goal. Without a specific list of problems you want solved, such as stock errors, slow invoicing, or no view of the sales pipeline, every feature looks equally important and the project drifts. Write down the three to five outcomes that would make the project a success, and use them to decide what gets built first. 2. Trying to switch on everything at once The "big bang" approach is tempting: launch every module on the same day. It also puts the most pressure on your team at the worst moment. A calmer approach is to start with the one or two apps that solve your biggest pain, such as CRM for the sales pipeline or Inv...
We're excited to share that Odoo Simplified is now on Instagram! 🎉 If you've been following this blog for Odoo tips, ERP guides, and implementation advice, you already know we like to keep things practical and to the point. Now you can get that same kind of help in a faster, more visual format — right in your feed. On @odoo.simplified , we'll be sharing: Quick how-to tutorials for Odoo modules (CRM, Inventory, Accounting, and more) Real automation and migration case studies from client work Tips on getting more out of Odoo without hiring a developer for everything Honest breakdowns of new Odoo releases as they roll out Think of it as the shorter, snackable version of what we cover here on the blog. Perfect for when you want a quick answer instead of a full read. New content goes up every week, so if you're running Odoo (or thinking about switching to it), this is a good place to keep learning without the wall of text. ...