Managing a windows manufacturing and sales business involves handling multiple processes, from raw material procurement to production, inventory management, sales, and after-sales service. Without an integrated system, inefficiencies can lead to mismanagement, delays, and financial losses.
Odoo ERP provides a comprehensive solution to streamline the entire workflow, improve productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. In this blog, we will explore how Odoo can be implemented for windows manufacturing and sales, along with the detailed process workflow.
1. Understanding the Business Needs
Before implementing Odoo ERP, it's crucial to analyze the key processes involved in windows manufacturing and sales:
✅ Sales & CRM – Handling inquiries, quotes, and customer relationships.
✅ Manufacturing (MRP) – Managing BOMs, work orders, and production schedules.
✅ Inventory Management – Tracking raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products.
✅ Procurement & Supplier Management – Streamlining the purchase of glass, aluminum, and other components.
✅ Finance & Accounting – Managing invoices, payments, and financial reports.
✅ After-Sales Support – Handling warranties, maintenance, and customer service.
With these needs in mind, Odoo modules can be customized to fit the specific requirements of a windows manufacturing and sales company.
2. Process Workflow for Windows Manufacturing in Odoo
Step 1: Sales & Quotation Management
- Customer inquiries are recorded in Odoo CRM.
- Sales teams create quotations based on window types, dimensions, materials, and customization.
- Quotations are converted into sales orders upon customer approval.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: CRM, Sales
Step 2: Bill of Materials (BOM) & Production Planning
- Each window design has a Bill of Materials (BOM) in the Manufacturing module.
- Production orders are created based on confirmed sales orders.
- Odoo MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) schedules and optimizes production tasks.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Manufacturing (MRP)
Step 3: Procurement & Inventory Management
- Odoo automatically generates purchase orders for required materials (glass, aluminum, hardware, etc.).
- The Inventory module tracks incoming stock and manages warehouse locations.
- Stock replenishment is automated based on demand forecasting.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Purchase, Inventory
Step 4: Manufacturing Execution & Quality Control
- Work orders are assigned to different production teams (cutting, assembling, painting, etc.).
- Quality checks ensure the final product meets industry standards.
- Odoo records defects and manages warranty claims effectively.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Manufacturing, Quality
Step 5: Delivery & Logistics
- Completed windows are moved to dispatch warehouses.
- Odoo integrates with carriers for optimized delivery tracking.
- Customers receive automated shipping updates via email/SMS/WhatsApp.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Inventory, Delivery, Third-Party Integrations
Step 6: Invoicing & Payment Processing
- Odoo generates invoices automatically upon product delivery.
- Payment is recorded in Accounting, integrating multiple payment gateways.
- Odoo provides real-time financial reports and profit/loss statements.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Accounting, Sales
Step 7: After-Sales Service & Customer Support
- Odoo’s Helpdesk module manages customer support tickets.
- Warranty claims and repair requests are tracked efficiently.
- Customer feedback is collected to improve product quality.
📌 Odoo Modules Used: Helpdesk, Warranty, Repairs
3. Why Choose Odoo for Windows Manufacturing?
🔹 All-in-One Platform: Manages sales, production, inventory, and finance in a single system.🔹 Customization & Scalability: Easily adapts to business growth and unique workflows.
🔹 Automated Processes: Reduces manual work, improving efficiency.
🔹 Cost-Effective: Open-source ERP with affordable pricing compared to SAP or Oracle.