Key Features of Odoo Manufacturing
Production Orders:
- Create and manage production orders for manufacturing operations.
- Track the status of production orders in real time, from draft to completion.
- Automate production orders based on sales orders or stock levels.
Bill of Materials (BoM):
- Define detailed Bills of Materials for finished products, including multi-level BoMs.
- Support for variants, allowing different configurations of the same product.
- Manage BoM versions to track changes and updates over time.
Work Orders:
- Schedule and manage work orders for specific production tasks.
- Track progress and time spent on each work order.
- Assign work orders to specific employees or work centers.
Work Centers and Routing:
- Define work centers with capacity, efficiency, and cost details.
- Set up routing to define the sequence of operations for manufacturing.
- Optimize production workflows with detailed routing and scheduling.
Inventory Integration:
- Automatically update inventory levels for raw materials and finished goods.
- Track material consumption and ensure accurate stock levels.
- Manage backorders and ensure timely replenishment of raw materials.
Quality Control:
- Set up quality checks at different stages of production.
- Define quality control points for incoming materials, in-process goods, and finished products.
- Track quality issues and implement corrective actions to improve processes.
Maintenance Management:
- Schedule preventive maintenance for machines and equipment.
- Track machine performance and downtime to minimize disruptions.
- Manage maintenance requests and link them to specific work centers.
Cost Analysis:
- Track production costs, including labor, materials, and overhead.
- Analyze cost breakdowns for each product or production order.
- Use insights to optimize pricing and reduce manufacturing costs.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Generate detailed reports on production efficiency, costs, and performance.
- Monitor key metrics like lead times, scrap rates, and work center utilization.
- Use data-driven insights to improve production planning and decision-making.
Integration with Other Modules:
- Seamlessly integrates with Inventory, Sales, Purchases, and Accounting modules.
- Automatically generate purchase orders for raw materials based on production needs.
- Sync production data with the Accounting module for accurate cost tracking and financial reporting.
PLM (Product Lifecycle Management):
- Manage product versions and engineering changes with ease.
- Collaborate on product designs and updates with integrated document management.
- Ensure smooth transitions between product versions with controlled workflows.
Mobile Access:
- Manage production operations on the go using Odoo's mobile app.
- Access work orders, inventory data, and production schedules from a smartphone or tablet.
- Stay updated on manufacturing activities, even when away from the factory floor.
Advantages of Odoo Manufacturing
- Streamlined Operations: Automates production workflows and reduces manual effort.
- Real-Time Insights: Provides up-to-date information on production status and inventory levels.
- Cost Efficiency: Tracks and optimizes production costs to improve profitability.
- Integrated: Works seamlessly with other Odoo modules for a unified business process.
- Scalable: Suitable for small manufacturers as well as large-scale production facilities.
Who Is It For?
- Manufacturers: Ideal for managing production processes, from raw materials to finished goods.
- Custom Product Makers: Useful for handling complex configurations and product variants.
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs): Perfect for automating and scaling manufacturing operations.
- Large Factories: Great for managing multi-level production processes and multiple work centers.