What’s New in Odoo?
Welcome to Odoo 19, the ERP upgrade that does not just add features but transforms the way your business works. Imagine AI agents that understand your documents, smart tools that predict inventory needs, and a unified platform where accounting, sales, manufacturing, HR, and eCommerce all work seamlessly together. That is Odoo 19.
This guide dives into every corner of the platform, breaking down the powerful innovations that make daily tasks faster, smarter, and less stressful. From automating repetitive processes to providing actionable insights in real time, Odoo 19 empowers teams to focus on what really matters, growing your business.
Whether you are exploring automation, improving collaboration, or aiming for smarter decision-making, this document lays out every feature in detail, showing how Odoo 19 is designed not just to work for your business but to work with your business.
1. Intelligent Automation and AI Capabilities
Smart AI Agents
AI agents can understand your company documents and data, providing context-aware suggestions and performing tasks such as updating records, creating calendar events, or generating reports.
Natural Language Database Queries
Users can ask the system questions in plain language, and AI converts these into precise searches for instant results.
AI-Enhanced Communication
Draft emails, summarize chats, and improve text automatically. AI can also be embedded in email templates and batch messaging.
ChatGPT Integration
The latest ChatGPT is integrated for accurate understanding of business processes and terminology, offering smarter recommendations across Odoo.
Real-Time Voice Transcription
Calls and meetings can be transcribed in real time, with key action items, deadlines, and tasks automatically extracted.
Automation for Fields and Server Actions
AI can fill in forms, update fields, and perform server actions using document content or prompts, minimizing manual work.
Web and Livechat Intelligence
AI can generate web pages from prompts and manage live chat leads, enriching and routing them based on rules like language, workload, or team expertise.
Unified AI Workflows
Administrators can set default prompts and assign AI agents to specific tasks, ensuring consistent automation throughout the platform.
2. Accounting & Finance
Streamlined Accounting and Financial Management
Odoo 19 simplifies financial workflows with smarter tools, automation, and compliance features to save time and reduce errors.
Enhanced Reporting
Generate complete annual statements combining balance sheets, profit & loss, and trial balances. Audit reports can now be created quickly with automated legal text formatting and digital signature integration.
Bank Reconciliation
Bank reconciliation is faster with AI-assisted matching of transactions, draft entry reconciliation, keyboard shortcuts, and PDF previews of bank statements. Manual corrections for OCR-processed statements are also supported.
Taxes and Compliance
Automated tax calculations, validation checks, and deadline tracking ensure accurate filings. Fiscal positions and taxable supply dates are handled automatically, and multiple localizations are supported. Payment withholding tax can now be applied directly at payment.
Payments and Follow-ups
Payment reminders can be sent via WhatsApp, email, or SMS, with automated escalation rules. Customer invoices and bills can be excluded from follow-ups when needed. ISO20022 payments now include advanced options like charge bearer selection and end-to-end identifiers.
Invoicing and Expenses
Invoice line displays are customizable, and purchase and sales receipts are merged with bills and invoices for simpler handling. Employees can use virtual or physical expense cards for purchases, while managers maintain full oversight.
AI-Powered Assistance
AI can assist in reviewing invoices, drafting communications, and filling fields, while maintaining audit trails and compliance checks.
3. Global Localization
Odoo 19 ensures businesses remain fully compliant worldwide with automated local regulations, multi-currency support, and region-specific workflows.
Country-Specific Compliance
Supports over 50 countries with local tax rules, e-invoicing requirements, and regulatory reporting. Workflows and document formats are automatically adapted to each region.
Multi-Currency Management
Handles complex currency scenarios including real-time conversion, automatic exchange rate updates, and crypto payments. Hedging support ensures accurate financial management across currencies.
Local Payment Methods
Integrates with regional banks, mobile payment systems, and e-wallets. Includes fraud detection, compliance verification, and automatic reconciliation.
Automated Regulatory Reporting
Generates and files reports automatically for local tax authorities, maintaining audit trails. Regulatory updates are applied dynamically to keep businesses compliant without manual intervention.
4. Sales & CRM
Sales and Customer Relationship Management
Odoo 19 enhances sales operations with AI-driven insights, improved lead management, and smarter tools to increase conversions and customer satisfaction.
Lead Management and Assignment
Leads from various sources, including emails and live chat, can be automatically enriched, prioritized, and routed to the right team members based on language, expertise, or workload. Business card scanning allows instant lead creation with contact enrichment.
AI Insights for Sales
The system provides AI-powered win probability analytics with actionable suggestions to improve deal closure rates. Sales teams can get recommendations for follow-ups, communication frequency, and optimal strategies for high-value prospects.
Quotation and Catalog Tools
Advanced quote builder allows structured quotations with customizable headers, footers, and optional sections. Product sections, combos, and prices can be hidden or revealed for clarity. Customers can adjust optional products directly in the portal, and partial payments are supported.
Commission and Notifications
Sales teams can track commissions, add forecast notes, and receive notifications when invoices are paid, improving transparency and motivation.
eCommerce Integration
Catalog sections and product pages are fully customizable. Tools like combo configurators, alternative product suggestions, ribbons for promotions, and quick reordering improve customer experience and conversion rates. Abandoned cart emails can be automated for new carts.
5. Inventory & Manufacturing
Odoo 19 strengthens inventory control and production workflows with smarter planning, automation, and real-time insights.
Inventory Optimization
Reordering rules and AI-driven purchase suggestions help maintain ideal stock levels by analyzing sales trends, seasonal patterns, and supplier reliability. Units of measure and packaging are unified, and multi-level packages are supported for easier stock management.
Batches, Dispatches, and Traceability
Delivery routes can be optimized using map-based views, batches or waves can be merged, and traceability reports now show vendor, customer, and warehouse details along with serial or lot numbers. Physical inventory is easier to manage with instant reservation after adjustments and clear alerts for expired or forecasted products.
Manufacturing Efficiency
The Master Production Scheduler forecasts demand using historical or actual data, separates direct and indirect demands, and adjusts production schedules automatically. Bills of materials now support default batch sizes, Gantt views, editable deadlines, multiple serial/lot numbers, and simplified work center capacity planning. Manual consumption in BOMs has been removed.
6. eCommerce & Website
Odoo 19 modernizes online commerce and website management with flexible layouts, improved user experience, and SEO-optimized features.
Online Store Customization
Shop pages and product pages offer multiple layout options. Dynamic product ribbons, category displays, and alternative product suggestions enhance visual appeal and navigation. Customers can quickly reorder previous purchases from the portal or cart page.
Checkout and Payment Enhancements
Mobile checkout has been optimized with off-canvas cart summaries and a smoother payment flow. Cash-on-delivery is now compatible with all delivery methods, and pickup-in-store options clearly display product availability. Partial payments are supported in the portal.
Product Presentation and Tools
Product configurators, combo selections, and variant previews improve the shopping experience. Hover magnifiers and lightbox image displays provide better product visualization. Product attributes, building blocks, and subscription pages have been updated for clarity and usability.
SEO, Integrations, and Marketing
Product pages and shop URLs have been optimized for Google rich results. Integration with Google Merchant Center allows real-time product feed management. Social media eCommerce integrations with Meta and TikTok expand reach. Abandoned cart emails, content management, and SEO checks improve conversion rates.
7. HR & Payroll
Odoo 19 streamlines workforce management with centralized employee records, automated payroll, and skills tracking for better organizational efficiency.
Employee and Contract Management
Employee and contract records are merged, providing a complete history of role changes, salary adjustments, and employment events. Compliance checks for labor laws are automated, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
Skills and Certification Tracking
Employees’ skills and certifications are tracked with automated reminders for expirations and renewals. The system can match employees to projects based on their competencies and identify gaps for training initiatives.
Payroll and Compensation
Payroll workflows are redesigned for batch processing and automated compliance across multiple countries. Complex scenarios such as split salaries, multiple bank accounts, and various deductions are managed seamlessly. Users can also access ESG and social metrics such as gender parity and pay gap analytics.
Time-Off and Attendance
Working hours and time-off management are simplified with public holiday support and overlapping entry handling. Out-of-office notifications can now be set directly in Odoo Discuss, keeping teams informed.
8. Project & Planning
Odoo 19 improves project management with smarter task allocation, resource optimization, and automated scheduling for faster, more efficient project delivery.
Task and Resource Management
Tasks are automatically assigned based on team members’ skills, availability, workload, and past performance. Role-based templates simplify project creation and ensure the right person gets the right task every time.
Scheduling and Visualization
Critical path analysis, Gantt views, and dependency tracking help managers identify bottlenecks and optimize timelines. Calendar integration allows drag-and-drop scheduling with automatic conflict resolution.
Automation and Templates
Predefined project templates streamline project launches, with automatic milestone creation and task assignment based on team roles. Reusable workflows save time and ensure consistency across projects.
9. Point of Sale & Restaurant
Odoo 19 enhances service operations with configurable POS setups, faster order processing, and advanced restaurant management tools.
POS Customization
Create tailored operational modes for different service types such as dine-in, takeout, or delivery. Each mode can include custom pricing rules, tax configurations, payment options, and integration with delivery platforms.
Restaurant Order Management
Orders can be organized by courses, with automated course firing to coordinate kitchen and front-of-house timing. Allergen information is displayed in real-time, supporting dietary restrictions and ingredient substitutions.
Payment and Checkout
One-click payment validation and support for multiple payment methods simplify the checkout process. Invoices can be generated automatically, and multiple due accounts can be settled in a single transaction.
10. Analytics & Reporting
Odoo 19 provides advanced reporting tools, interactive visualizations, and real-time insights to support faster, data-driven decisions.
Data Visualization
New chart types, including radar, sunburst, treemap, and geographic charts, allow multi-dimensional and hierarchical data analysis. Charts are customizable with colors, labels, and interactive features.
Mobile Analytics
Full spreadsheet and reporting functionality is available on mobile devices, with touch-friendly navigation, offline access, and real-time data updates. Users can create, edit, and share complex reports from anywhere.
Pivot Tables and Cross-Module Analysis
Dynamic pivot tables enable drilling across different business modules. Users can group dimensions, analyze complex data relationships, and refresh reports automatically.
Conclusion
Odoo 19 is not just another software update; it is a full-blown upgrade for how businesses operate. Imagine having an intelligent assistant that learns from your documents, predicts inventory needs, suggests the best leads, and even helps you create your website content, all in one place. From AI-powered insights and smarter accounting to streamlined eCommerce, manufacturing, HR, and project management, every tool is designed to make work faster, easier, and more enjoyable.
The platform keeps compliance headaches at bay, manages multiple currencies effortlessly, and ensures your team stays connected with seamless communication tools. Odoo 19 transforms tedious tasks into automated workflows, helping businesses focus on what really matters: growth, innovation, and delighting customers.
In short, Odoo 19 turns complex operations into smooth, intelligent, and even a little fun processes. It is the toolkit every modern business needs to stay ahead, work smarter, and enjoy the ride.
