Why does Odoo implementation fail? - Edition #13

Why does Odoo implementation fail? I have seen many struggling implementations. Reflecting on that, I have come across thoughts that could be useful to someone who is using Odoo.

Odoo is a tool; people sometimes consider it a ‘calculator’. They feel it’s very easy to play with and get what is needed by themself alone. 80% of the time, they might be true, but the crucial parts where the real impact is produced are normally done by experts.

Odoo is a tool—not just a tool but a magic box. A smart 'magician' can take many things out of it, and every time you put your hand into that box, you might wonder why the thing you wanted is not there.

The Odoo partner or expert consultant with you can make your journey of Odoo so much more impactful and easy. In contrast, your Odoo journey could be more stressful than you ever imagined, and it might lead you to think about dropping it if you are not with the right people.

Long-term thinking could save you while using Odoo, especially if you want to customize it as per your business process. Customizing Odoo in a right way could reduce your Odoo version upgrade cost drastically.

People are used to doing their jobs in which they are experts and hired for in any organization. Let’s not assume that they will use a tool like Odoo in exactly the same way you expect them to without any formal training. Investing time and money to train them to use Odoo could be a wiser decision and give good benefits in the long run.

Continuous support and maintenance are a kind of insurance – to be stress-free, run your business smoothly, and protect your Odoo and your business from any unexpected situations.

I think it’s all I can share in this newsletter. Help me spread this awareness to people around you using Odoo, to make them more aware and let them take maximum advantage of Odoo for their work and business.

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