Odoo, the world's leading open-source ERP platform, continues to revolutionize business operations. With the upcoming release of Odoo Version 19, users can expect powerful improvements in automation, UI, performance, and module integration.
Odoo 19 is expected to officially launch during Odoo Experience 2025, which will be held in Brussels, Belgium, from September 18 to 20, 2025.
Anticipated New Features: Odoo 19 Roadmap
1) Website & eCommerce — Designed for Performance
- OWL Migration: Faster page rendering
- New Design Snippets for blogs, products, pages
- Accessibility Checks: Ensure compliance with WCAG
- Enhanced search and list view
- Reuse template pages for quicker page creation
- Dynamic ribbons, variant previews, and layout variations
- Integration with Google Merchant Center & Gelato for global eCommerce
- Optimized microdata, breadcrumbs, and SEO metadata
2) Sales, Rentals & Marketplace Sync
- SO Sections to categorize large product catalogs
- Define rental durations based on calendar rules
- New pricing logics: fixed discounts, combo pricing
- Expanded payment providers:
- Nuvei, Paymob, Redsys, Iyzico, DPO
- Marketplace integrations: Shoppee & Lazada (APAC)
- Quote builder now includes default headers & footers
- Better UX for optional products & single-choice combos
3) Point of Sale — Built for High-Speed Operations
- Dark Mode with enhanced contrast
- Two-click preset switching
- Integrated meal voucher (Viva Wallet) support
- Refunds directly from payment terminals
- Global invoice generation, back-end sync
4) Inventory, MRP & Purchase — Efficiency Unlocked
Inventory & Purchase
- UoM & Packaging unified into a single model
- Pack-in-pack: Multi-level packaging with smart tracking
- Custom serial number logic per product
- Smart replenishment tools & improved availability widgets
- New Purchase Dashboard with auto-suggestions
MRP
- Work order flow revamp — go forward/back easily
- Card-based shop floor UI
- Easier component picking & next-step highlighting
- Custom lot/serial numbers per product
5) CRM & AI-Powered Marketing
- See and reply to CC'd addresses in Odoo CRM
- Improved percentage analysis of pipeline stages
- Better chatter usability and lead preferences
- AI integrations:
- Auto-fill fields
- Smart prompts in Server Actions
- Agents for internal assistance
6) Knowledge, Communication & Support
Knowledge & Helpdesk
- Article templates, collapsible toggles
- Auto-create tasks via email aliases
- Deadlines and calendar scheduling for tickets
Discuss & VoIP
- Mention roles & forward based on agent expertise
- Operator session limits & push notifications
- Advanced keypad, caller preview, and multi-number support
7) Accounting & Invoicing — Mobile Ready & Compliance-Focused
- Mobile-friendly bank reconciliation
- Mixed private/business expense handling
- Streamlined invoice sending, aged reports
- Support for:
- PEPPOL
- SEPA
- Ponto
- Light audit trails, custom statements, and improved PDF engine
- New tax timelines, validations & localization flexibility
8) HR, Time Off & Payroll
- Extra hours with compensation rules
- Time Off: UI rework, overlapping detection, public holiday loading
- Contracts merged with employee data
- Local payroll compliance for:
- Belgium, Luxembourg, Kenya, UAE, Australia, Switzerland
- On roadmap: Mexico, Spain, Germany, Indonesia
9) Odoo Sign — Simpler and Stronger
- Envelope-based signing
- Multiple signers with parallel or sequential flow
- More customizable fields
- Sign from anywhere, on any device
10) Mobile UX & Access Control
- Compact views, bottom sheet actions, pull-to-refresh
- Simplified access rights: scopes, group-level control
- Caching menus for 200ms faster loading
- AI-integrated user experience throughout forms, fields & records
11) Framework & Developer Tools
- Calendar multi-edit with presets
- Gantt improvements: smart zoom, drag tooltip, sparse mode
- New automation actions: Send Message, Duplicate
- Simplified group management, default access rights
12) New Industries
Conclusion
As the release date approaches, businesses should prepare to harness the capabilities of Odoo 19. Whether you're upgrading from a previous version or exploring Odoo for the first time, this version promises unparalleled value.
At Caret IT Solutions, we are excited to guide businesses through this upgrade by offering end-to-end Odoo 19 migration, customization, and support services.
