Understanding the key changes in Odoo's latest release
October 2025 – Odoo 19 launched at this year's Odoo Experience with changes that matter for small and medium-sized businesses.
With over 12 million users globally, Odoo has cemented its position as a leading ERP solution. Version 19 brings AI-powered automation to every module, native sustainability reporting, and workflow improvements that reshape daily operations across departments.
At SIGMA Technology, we've been analysing what this release means for our clients. Here's what you need to know.
AI That Reduces Manual Work
Earlier Odoo versions included basic AI features. Version 19 embeds AI throughout daily operations.
What's useful:
- AI Agents that don't just answer questions but take action; creating tasks, updating records, sending emails based on your company data.
- Natural language database queries that let non-technical users pull reports by typing questions in plain English.
- Auto-complete fields that learn from your data patterns, reducing errors and data entry time.
- Real-time meeting transcription with automatic summaries.
- Instant webpage generation for landing pages and product descriptions, SEO-optimised from the start.
In early implementations, we're seeing clients cut manual data entry by 40-60%.
Core Operations Get Smarter
CRM and sales teams can now scan business cards to generate qualified leads instantly. The system calculates win probabilities and routes leads automatically based on language, region, and priority, while quote customisation becomes more flexible with options to hide pricing sections or adjust layouts on the fly.
Accounting departments benefit from semi-automated bank reconciliation using OCR and AI-suggested entries. Year-end reports now come bundled (balance sheet, P&L, and trial balance), and you can chase overdue invoices directly via WhatsApp. ISO20022 support makes international operations smoother.
HR teams gain access to skills-based goal templates, streamlined absence tracking, and unified payroll reporting across localisations. The shift means less time on admin and more focus on people development.
Warehouse operations see major improvements through the reworked barcode app, which now supports batch transfers, cycle counts during live operations, and automated replenishment. Multi-step logistics flows (Receive → QC → Store or Pick → Pack → Ship) are fully barcode-enabled.
Retail and Hospitality Improvements
Point of Sale receives substantial upgrades including pre-set service modes for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, kitchen coordination by course, and QR code self-ordering with allergen information. Integrations now extend to major delivery platforms including Deliveroo, Grub hub, and Careem. The result: shorter queues, fewer kitchen errors, happier customers, and higher average order values.
E-Commerce That Converts
Your Odoo web shop is now optimised for Google Rich Results, whilst direct integration with Google Merchant Centre means your products can appear in Shopping campaigns with zero manual export. Mobile-first checkout and improved Click & Collect functionality work together to reduce cart abandonment.
ESG Reporting Becomes Standard
Sustainability isn't a PR exercise anymore, it's a stakeholder requirement. Odoo 19 introduces a dedicated ESG app with CO₂ footprint tracking aligned with GHG Protocol and Bilan Carbone standards, emission factor calculations using the IPCC database, and social indicators including gender pay gap and diversity metrics. For businesses pursuing certifications, winning public sector contracts, or responding to investor ESG demands, these capabilities are no longer optional.
Should You Upgrade?
If you're running Odoo 18, or considering Odoo for the first time, here's why Odoo 19 deserves immediate attention:
✅ Efficiency gains from AI-powered automation across every module.
✅ Data quality improvements through intelligent field completion and validation.
✅ Competitive advantage via ESG reporting and sustainability integration.
✅ Revenue growth through smarter CRM, better e-commerce, and reduced operational friction.
✅ Future-proofing with the most comprehensive AI integration in the ERP space.
What Happens Next?
Upgrading an ERP isn't something you wing. At SIGMA Technology, we guide businesses through:
- Pre-migration assessment to identify customisations and integration points.
- Data validation and clean-up to ensure a smooth transition.
- User training and change management so your team hits the ground running.
- Post-launch support to optimise workflows and adoption.
Whether you're already using Odoo or evaluating ERP options, now is the time to see what Odoo 19 can do for your business.
Ready to Explore Odoo 19?
Let's talk. Our team at SIGMA Technology has hands-on experience with Odoo 19 implementations and can show you exactly how this release applies to your industry and operational challenges.
Get in touch today:
- Schedule a discovery call to explore fit and ROI.
- Request a personalised demo of Odoo 19 features relevant to your business.
- Ask about our migration services for existing Odoo users.
The ERP landscape just changed. Make sure you're on the right side of it.
Contact SIGMA Technology, The North West's #1 Odoo Partner