The long-awaited release of Odoo 18 is finally here! With exciting new features and enhancements, the manufacturing module now offers even more flexibility and control. Let's take a look at the main improvements introduced in this version.
Manufacturing Orders (MO)
- Link to projects: Manufacturing orders can now be linked directly to a project, streamlining the workflow between production and project management.
- Enhanced instructions: You can add detailed instructions to manufacturing orders, which can be viewed and managed from both the manufacturing and shopfloor interfaces. This ensures clear guidance for shopfloor operators.
Bill of Materials (BoM)
- Components from Catalog: It is now easier to add components to your Bill of Materials directly from the catalog, saving time and ensuring accuracy.
- Project integration: BoMs can now be linked to specific projects, further aligning production with project requirements.
- Document access: The BoM overview now allows you to view product-related documents directly from the interface, providing easy access to specifications, diagrams, or manuals.
Let's explore more of the exciting new features!
Master Production Schedule (MPS)
- Cleaner dashboard: The MPS dashboard now has a cleaner design, with empty cells in light grey for better visibility.
- Dynamic periodicity: You can now change the periodicity of your production schedule on the fly, allowing for more responsive and adaptive planning.
- Edit production schedule: The production schedule now allows the direct editing of product schedule specifications.
- Indirect demand checkbox: All components will have the indirect demand checkbox selected by default. You can choose whether or not to forecast them based on production requirements.
- Route selection: Select the appropriate route for each product, increasing control over manufacturing and logistics processes.
- New replenishment rules:
- Automatic: MPS will automatically triggers replenishment when components are needed, ensuring seamless stock management.
- Never: If you only need to monitor a component without replenishing it, this option allows for flexible monitoring.
Gantt view enhancements
- Horizontal scrolling: You can now scroll left and right in the Gantt view, making it easier to navigate through timelines.
- Zoom functionality: Zoom in or out to adjust the view for better clarity of production schedules.
- Flexible period selection: Select the time period you want to view and manage work orders more effectively.
Conclusion
With the release of Odoo 18, the manufacturing module has received major enhancements that offer greater flexibility, ease of use and improved integration with other business processes. These new features - from project-linked production orders to dynamic scheduling and improved document access - enable manufacturers to streamline operations, improve production planning and enhance collaboration across departments. Whether you're looking to optimise shop floor efficiency or improve forecasting, Odoo 18 provides the tools to take your manufacturing processes to the next level.
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