Odoo Manufacturing For Packaging & Printing

The packaging and printing industry is a critical component of the supply chain, especially for sectors like cosmetics, FMCG, and pharmaceuticals. Companies in this space often face challenges in managing complex workflows, from customer art approvals to inventory tracking and delivery scheduling. Odoo Manufacturing, with its robust ERP capabilities, offers a tailored solution for packaging and printing companies to streamline their operations, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service.

In this blog, we’ll explore how Odoo Manufacturing addresses the unique needs of packaging printing companies, with a focus on customer art catalog management, proof approval workflows, production scheduling, and inventory tracking. We’ll also provide a use case that demonstrates how Odoo can transform your packaging printing business.

Why Use Odoo Manufacturing For Packaging & Printing?

Packaging printing companies often deal with intricate workflows, including managing customer-specific designs, proof approvals, and raw material tracking. Odoo Manufacturing provides a comprehensive solution to handle these challenges effectively. Here’s how:

Customer Art Catalog Management

Challenge: Packaging printing companies need to maintain a vast library of customer-specific designs, logos, and artwork. Managing this manually can lead to errors and inefficiencies. 

Odoo Solution: Odoo allows you to create a centralized Customer Art Catalog where all designs and artwork are stored digitally. Each customer’s unique requirements are cataloged and easily accessible, ensuring accuracy and consistency across orders.

Proof Approval Workflow

Challenge: Every production order requires customer approval before printing begins. Without a streamlined process, delays in approvals can disrupt production schedules. 

Odoo Solution: Odoo’s Proof Approval Workflow ensures that each production order goes through a structured approval process. Customers can review and approve proofs digitally, reducing turnaround times and improving communication. 

Production Scheduling & Delivery Tracking

Challenge: Efficient scheduling of production orders and tracking deliveries is critical to meeting customer deadlines. 

Odoo Solution: Odoo’s Production Scheduling module allows you to plan and prioritize orders based on deadlines and machine availability. Once production is complete, the Delivery Tracking feature ensures that orders are dispatched and delivered on time, with real-time updates for customers.

Inventory Tracking For Blank Items 

Challenge: Packaging printing companies need to track raw materials like blank bags, cartons, and corrugated items. Manual tracking can lead to stockouts or overstocking. 

Odoo Solution: Odoo’s Inventory Management system automatically tracks the consumption of raw materials as printing orders are completed. This ensures accurate inventory levels and reduces waste. 

Use Case: Printing Workflow For a Packaging Manufacturer

Let’s take the example of a packaging printing company that produces custom-printed cartons for a cosmetics brand. Here’s how Odoo Manufacturing streamlines their workflow:

Step 1: Customer Art Catalog ​

The cosmetics brand provides their design files, which are uploaded to the Customer Art Catalog in Odoo. The design includes specific branding elements, colors, and dimensions. ​

Step 2: Proof Approval Workflow

A proof is generated based on the design and sent to the customer for approval through Odoo’s Proof Approval Workflow. The customer reviews the proof digitally and provides feedback or approval within the system. ​

Step 3: Production Scheduling

Once the proof is approved, a production order is created in Odoo. The Production Scheduling module assigns the order to the appropriate machine and operator, ensuring optimal utilization of resources. ​

Step 4: Inventory Tracking

The system automatically deducts the required quantity of blank cartons from inventory as the printing process begins. This ensures accurate tracking of raw materials and prevents stockouts.

Step 5: Delivery Tracking 

After production is complete, the finished cartons are packed and dispatched. The Delivery Tracking feature provides real-time updates to the customer, ensuring transparency and timely delivery.  ​

Key Features to Highlight 

Customer Art Catalog  ​

Centralized storage of customer-specific designs for easy access and consistency.

Proof Approval Workflow  

Streamlined approval process to reduce delays and improve communication.

Production Scheduling  

Efficient planning and prioritization of production orders.

Delivery Tracking 

Real-time updates for customers on order status and delivery timelines.

Inventory Tracking

Automatic tracking of raw materials to ensure accurate inventory levels.

Why Choose Odoo Over Competitors? 

Many Platforms offer ERP solutions for the printing and packaging industry, Odoo stands out with its opensource nature, flexibility, scalability, and comprehensive feature set. Here’s why Odoo is the better choice:

Customizable Workflows  ​

Odoo can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business, whether you’re a small packaging printer or a large-scale manufacturer. 

Cost-Effective 

Odoo offers a modular pricing structure, allowing you to pay only for the features you need. 

Open-Source Advantage 

Odoo’s open-source nature allows for greater customization and adaptability compared to proprietary solutions. 

Integrated Modules 

Odoo’s seamless integration between manufacturing, inventory, and delivery modules ensures a smooth workflow from start to finish  

Conclusion 

Odoo Manufacturing is a game-changer for packaging and printing companies, offering a comprehensive solution to manage customer art catalogs, proof approvals, production scheduling, and inventory tracking. By leveraging Odoo’s powerful features, packaging printing companies can streamline their workflows, reduce costs, and deliver exceptional service to their customers.

If you’re ready to transform your packaging printing business, Odoo Manufacturing is the ERP solution you’ve been looking for. Contact us today to learn more about how Odoo can meet your unique needs.