The Module-by-Module Improvements Delivered by Odoo
The Odoo implementation delivered measurable operational improvements across every core function of the restaurant chain. Below is a breakdown of the impact, aligned with each module area.
Point of Sale (POS)
Odoo’s POS effortlessly manages every sale in real time across all locations. It integrates seamlessly with kitchen orders and inventory, reducing costly mistakes, accelerating service speed, and delivering a flawless customer experience every time.
Inventory
The Inventory module, integrated for the client, monitors every ingredient and product with precision. It tracks expiry dates and sends proactive alerts, empowering managers to reduce waste, prevent stockouts, and maintain peak freshness across all outlets.
Manufacturing (Recipe Management)
Odoo’s Manufacturing module allows the company to digitize and control recipes with real-time tracking of ingredient usage. It supports smart batch planning and production scheduling, enabling tight food cost control and consistent, high-quality meals every day.
Purchase
The Purchase module automates procurement by generating purchase orders based on accurate stock levels and demand forecasts. It helps the client compare supplier prices, manage lead times, and eliminate the risk of running out or overstocking.
Human Resources (HR)
The HR Modules centralizes employee profiles, roles, contracts, and skills. It streamlines shift planning and tracks attendance digitally, cutting overtime costs and boosting workforce productivity. The implementation of these modules ensures the right people are always in the right place, improving operational efficiency.
Accounting
Odoo’s Accounting module streamlines billing, payments, and tax reporting with full compliance to local regulations. It consolidates financial data from sales, purchasing, and HR into clear, actionable reports, providing complete transparency on profits.
Sales & Loyalty Programs
Sales & Loyalty Programs implemented in the client’s Odoo system capture detailed customer profiles and purchase behaviors. The client can run targeted marketing campaigns and loyalty rewards and seamlessly integrate them with POS, turning first-time visitors into devoted repeat customers.
Four Phases to a Fully Integrated Restaurant Management System
The estimated timeline for the project was 14–18 weeks, starting with:
Phase 1: Discovery & Planning
- Workshops with store managers and the corporate team
- Mapping workflows and pain points
- Configuring POS and Inventory modules
Phase 2: Recipe Management & Procurement Automation
- Setting up digital recipes with real-time costing
- Automating purchase orders based on consumption forecasts
Phase 3: HR & Compliance Integration
- Implementing digital shift scheduling with mobile approvals
- Setting up automated compliance reports and audit trails
Phase 4: Sales & Loyalty Rollout
- Launching loyalty campaigns synced with POS data
- Providing user training and ongoing system optimization
How Odoo Improved Profitability and Strengthened Customer Retention
22% Less Food Waste
Automated expiry alerts and demand-driven procurement enable managers to use every ingredient efficiently, turning what was once costly waste into measurable savings.
18% Increased Revenue
Real-time sales and cost data allow dynamic menu adjustments and pricing strategies, maximizing profitability per dish and generating a measurable increase in revenue.
50% Faster Reports
Odoo’s real-time data synchronization cuts reporting times in half, instantly delivering vital insights to managers and transforming decision-making from reactive to proactive.
5% More Returning Customers
By delivering personalized rewards and targeted promotions directly at checkout, the chain deepened customer engagement, driving loyalty and boosting lifetime value.
28% Faster Workforce Management
Odoo’s integrated HR modules streamline employee scheduling and payroll processing, cutting down the time needed to manage staff shifts and attendance by almost a third.
