Project snapshot
| Role | Key Capabilities |
|---|---|
| Project title | Unified ERP System for Production, Inventory & Finance using Odoo |
| Industry/Sector | Manufacturing & Engineering |
| Region | India & Europe (Dual Deployment) |
| Engagement Model | Fixed Scope + Offshore Development with Local Onsite Support |
| Duration | 9 Months (Phased Rollout) |
| Project Scale | 3 Plants |
Client & Project Brief
Client Overview:
A mid-size manufacturing company producing industrial components for EU clients. The client faced process fragmentation across multiple software tools (Tally for accounting, Excel for inventory, manual purchase orders), resulting in redundant data, delayed reporting, and operational bottlenecks.
Project Objective:
To design and deploy a unified Odoo ERP solution encompassing production, inventory, sales, procurement, and finance modules — fully integrated with real-time analytics and accessible across all plants.
Challenges
- Fragmented legacy tools with no data synchronization
- Manual purchase order and production tracking
- Poor visibility into raw-material inventory and finished goods flow
- Multi-currency transaction complexity for EU exports
- Lack of consolidated financial dashboards for leadership
Solution Delivered
- Implemented Odoo ERP (Community Edition) with modular configuration: Manufacturing (MRP), Inventory, Sales, Purchase, Accounting, HR
- Integrated barcode-based stock tracking and automated re-order levels
- Configured multi-currency, multi-company financial setup with consolidated balance sheets
- Built custom APIs for integration with existing CRM and banking systems
- Deployed Power BI dashboards for production KPIs and sales performance
- Trained staff via bilingual user manuals (English/Gujarati) and remote workshops
- Established Azure-based hosting with nightly database backups and DR strategy
Our Approach
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| Process Discovery | Conducted cross-departmental workshops to document business workflows |
| Gap Analysis & Solution Blueprint | Mapped existing tools and pain points into modular Odoo architecture |
| Development & Configuration | Customized Odoo modules and created connectors for CRM/Bank integration |
| Data Migration & Validation | Migrated historical data (5 years) from Tally & Excel with reconciliation checks |
| UAT, Training & Go-Live | Conducted multi-site rollout with hands-on training and phased go-live support |
Technology Stack
| Category | Tools & Platforms |
|---|---|
| ERP Platform | Odoo v16 (Community) |
| Database & Hosting | PostgreSQL, Azure Cloud VM |
| Integrations | REST APIs, JSON Web Services, Power BI |
| Automation | Python Scripts, Odoo Scheduler (CRON Jobs) |
| Reporting & Analytics | Odoo Dashboards, Power BI Embedded |
| Security | Azure AD SSO, Role-Based Access, Encrypted Backups |
Key Results & Metrics
| Metric | Before | After | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Financial Closure | 10 Days | 3 Days | 70% Faster Reconciliation |
| Inventory Accuracy | 72% | 98% | Real-Time Visibility |
| PO Approval Cycle | 24 Hrs | 4 Hrs | 83% Faster Procurement |
| Cross-Department Data Sync | Manual | Automated | Zero Redundancy |
| Reporting Delay | Weekly | Instant | Live Dashboards |
Client Testimonial
“Rigel Networks streamlined our manufacturing and finance operations through Odoo. The integration with Power BI gives us real-time business visibility we never had before.”
— Finance Director, Engineering Manufacturing Co. (India/EU)
Engagement Highlights
- Engagement Type: Full-cycle ERP Implementation
- Team Size: 6 (1 Functional Consultant, 2 Odoo Developers, 1 BI Engineer, 1 Project Manager, 1 QA)
- Delivery Model: Offshore Development + Onsite Training
- Rollout Type: Multi-plant, Multi-currency, Multi-company
- Support: Post-Go-Live Annual Maintenance & Module Enhancements
Transform Manufacturing with Smart ERP
Email: presales@rigelnetworks.com
Website: www.rigelnetworks.com
Locations: US | India
