Odoo's Popularity and Growth

Did you know that odoo ranks as the 8th most popular ERP in India and holds the 14th spot in the global open-source category? As of November 2023, Odoo was actively used was actively used by 73,318 live websites worldwide.

Each year, Odoo introduces a new version with significant enhancements. Last year saw the release of Odoo 17, featuring a more responsive user interface, improved security, better performance, and expanded integrations. This version marked a substantial upgrade with numerous new features.

In a recent LinkedIn post, Fabien Pinckaers, Odoo's CEO and founder, shared insights on the ongoing review of the Odoo Website Builder's user interface and invited the community to suggest a "killer feature" for Odoo 18. The response was overwhelming, with users sharing their thoughts and feedback.

This blog offers a sneak peek into the anticipated features of Odoo 18.

Top 10 Anticipated Features of Odoo 18

1. Enhanced Marketing Module

Odoo 18 is expected to bring significant improvements to its marketing module, aligning it with the features offered by MailChimp. Anticipated upgrades include:

Optimized Email Server: Enhancements to the outgoing email server to reduce the chances of emails landing in spam folders.

User-friendly Marketing Automation: Simplified setup for marketing automation, making it accessible even to beginners.

Automated Data Linking: Automatic association of survey responses and event registrations with relevant contacts, even when participants register without logging in.  

2. Sales Module: Target vs Achievement Report

Odoo 18 may introduce a feature that allows users to set sales targets for individual salespeople and generate reports comparing these targets with actual performance. This feature could greatly simplify the process of calculating sales commissions.  

3. Improved Mobile Experience for CRM and Quotes

While Odoo 17 improved mobile usability, Odoo 18 is expected to take it a step further with features such as:

Quick Opportunity Lookup: Fast and easy access to opportunities.

Optimized Mobile Fields: Limiting fields on the mobile view to essential information like contact details and notes.

Enhanced Note-Taking Interface: A more intuitive interface for taking notes, possibly including a dictation feature.

Simplified Quote Building: A streamlined process for creating quotes, complete with a step-by-step guide.

Instant Quote Sending: A shortcut for sending quotes immediately and enabling on-screen signatures.

4. Non-Financial Reporting:

Odoo 18 is expected to include non-financial reporting features, with a focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics. This could include tools for tracking CO2 emissions, helping companies manage their sustainability goals more effectively.

5. Revamped Website Builder UI:

Fabien Pinckaers recently polled the community on their preference for the Odoo Website Builder" 's UI, offering three options: the current version, a more structured version without icons, and an icon-only version. The second option, which focuses on text-bassed, was favored for its user-friendliness and clear navigation. 

6. Streamlined activity Completion

Odoo 18 might introduce a mass activity completion feature similar to HubSpot's, allowing users to complete multiple tasks quickly and efficiently. This feature could improve workflow by reducing the need to switch between tabs and ensuring that CRM and ERP systems remain up-to-date.

7. Enhanced Gantt Views

The Gantt view in Odoo 18 is expected to be more user-centric, with flexible zoom and scroll features. These enhancements will allow users to zoom in and out at various levels and navigate through different time periods with ease, improving precision and navigation.

8. Draft Document Validation

Odoo 18 plans to introduce a visible indicator showing the number of documents currently in the draft stage. This feature will help users keep track of documents requiring validation, ensuring timely proceeding and efficient document management.

9. Visa/Mastercard Statement Scanning 

Odoo 18 is expected to integrate Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to scan Visa and Mastercard statements, automatically extracting and uploading data into the accounting system. This feature will reduce manual data entry time and minimize errors.

10. 'Save as Global' Feature in Web Editor

The 'Save as Global' option in the Odoo 18 web editor will allow users to save a configured custom block and reuse it across multiple pages. Changes made to one instance of the block will automatically reflect across all pages, simplifying the process of maintaining consistency.

Loyalty Points in Odoo 18's Shop Portal Account

Odoo 18's loyalty points system is designed to boost customer retention by rewarding customers for various actions, such as making purchases, referring friends, or writing reviews. These points can be redeemed for discounts, exclusive products, free shipping, or gift cards.

Frontend POS Product Editing in Odoo 18

Odoo 18 will likely introduce the ability to edit Point of Sale (POS) products directly from the frontend interface, allowing retail staff to make real-time adjustments without switching to the backend. This feature will streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.

New Location Selector Widget

The new location selector widget in Odoo 18 will provide an intuitive interface for managing locations within the system. With features like real-time updates, search and filter options, and integration with other Odoo modules, this widget will simplify location-based operations.

Master Production Schedule (MPS) in Odoo 18 Manufacturing

Odoo 18's Master Production Schedule (MPS) will feature a redesigned user interface, improving production planning with real-time data integration, enhanced forecasting tools, and customizable views and reports.

On-page Checkout From in Odoo 18

The one-page checkout from in Odoo 18 aims to simplify the purchasing process by consolidating all steps into a single page, improving user experience, reducing cart abandonment, and increasing conversions.

Conclusion

The upcoming features in Odoo 18 are poised to enhance user experience, improve workflow efficiency, and provide better mobile accessibility. While this highlights some of the expected features, many more improvements are likely to be introduced, further solidifying Odoo's position as a leading ERP solution.

If you're eager to take advantage of Odoo 18's new features, consider partnering with an expert like Yotta Software Solutions, a trusted Odoo development company. Our team of experienced Odoo specialists is dedicated to understanding your unique needs and delivering tailored ERP systems that provide exceptional value.