Cravit's Commitment to Progress: Streamlining Customer Success with Odoo Migrations
Over the past few months, the Cravit team has been deeply engaged in supporting businesses with new Odoo implementations while also helping existing customers transition to the latest versions of the platform. These migrations are more than technical upgrades—they represent opportunities for companies to embrace Odoo's enhanced functionality, modern interface, and improved user experience.
The newest versions of Odoo, including the recently released version 18, bring more than just aesthetic changes. They enable businesses to leverage cutting-edge tools and ensure their systems remain compliant with Odoo’s support policy, which only extends to the last three versions. For companies hosted on Odoo.sh, this scope increases to the latest five versions. Migrating to a newer version also offers a chance to reassess workflows, align with evolving business needs, and implement smarter, more efficient processes inspired by industry trends..
The upgrade keeps your business sharp. Before you know it, you could become an organization in an 80s office building with separate cubicles and employees working behind black screens with green text. An upgrade ensures your operations stay up-to-date and your workplace remains appealing to employees.
Recent Customer Success Stories
Our team has successfully completed several migrations to Odoo version 17. Each project posed unique challenges, but they all reinforced Cravit’s expertise in ensuring a seamless transition for our customers.
Eraneos: from version 14 to 17
Eraneos faced an urgent need to upgrade, as Odoo 14 was no longer supported. Their heavily customized system required significant reconfiguration to align with Odoo’s standard features in version 17.
- Process Optimization: Timesheet and planning modules were restructured for better alignment with Odoo’s standard functionalities.
- Integration Migration: A bespoke integration with their HR system was successfully migrated, ensuring uninterrupted workflows.
This migration not only modernized their platform but also reduced dependency on customizations, paving the way for streamlined operations
English Garden: from version 15 to 17
English Garden’s migration centered around reducing customizations by adopting Odoo’s standard features, such as purchase order line discounts, which are now natively supported.
- Automation and Testing: Remaining custom workflows were recreated using Odoo’s automatic actions, minimizing complexity. Rigorous testing ensured every configuration performed as expected.
- Enhanced Configurations: Some configurations required in-depth analysis to optimize performance, but each challenge was successfully overcome.
Trappentoko: from version 14 to 17
For Trappentoko, this migration involved adapting a highly customized Odoo 14 system to version 17, while maintaining essential third-party integrations..
- Decluttering the System: Outdated third-party modules were removed, and unnecessary customizations were streamlined.
- Integrations Enhanced: The migration incorporated standard Odoo integrations like Mollie Payments and Google Analytics, replacing older, less efficient solutions.
- Improved Usability: Custom features, such as dynamic filters and reporting tools, were rebuilt using Odoo’s best practices, making the system more robust and user-friendly..
Vooruit: from version 16 to 17
The migration from version 16 to 17 brought several advantages and improvements for Vooruit.
- Enhancements to the Subscription Module: Challenges faced with the subscription module in version 16 were resolved in version 17, ensuring smoother operations.
- Expanded HR Features: Version 17 introduced more HR and employee functionalities, aligning better with Vooruit's needs.
- Stabilization of Procurement Processes: In their webshop portal, a procurement flow was implemented and stabilized during and after the migration, resulting in a more robust system.
Overall, this was a smooth migration process that enabled Vooruit to benefit from the new features and functionalities offered by Odoo 17, further optimizing their business operations.
Why Upgrading Matters
Staying current with Odoo’s latest versions is not just about compliance—it’s about future-proofing your business. Using outdated software can hinder innovation and create inefficiencies, leaving companies at a competitive disadvantage. By migrating to newer versions, businesses gain access to:
- Enhanced Tools: Leverage new features and modules designed for modern business needs..
- Better Performance: Simplified databases and faster system operations improve overall productivity.
- Fresh Aesthetics: A modern, intuitive interface fosters a more enjoyable user experience.
- Proactive Adaptability: Regular upgrades prompt businesses to evaluate and refine their processes, ensuring alignment with evolving market standards.
At Cravit, we are dedicated to ensuring that every migration is a step forward, providing our clients with systems that are efficient, scalable, and ready to tackle future challenges.