Sunsetting Versions of Odoo: Why Silent Infotech Is Your Ideal Partner For Seamless Migration?

As technology is growing day by day, software vendors come out with new versions that may have fixed bugs, introduce new features, and contribute to a much better user experience. Odoo is one of the leading open-source ERP systems and releases new major versions every year with updated features and fixes. Due to this fact alone, older versions of Odoo are eventually sunset and not supported anymore. As a result, the end-users will need to migrate to a newer version to stay secure and keep their system up to date.

As we can see in the image below, we also know the current life cycle of Odoo versions. Some of its versions are approaching or have already crossed the end-of-support dates, including Odoo 15.0 and Odoo 14.0.

Why Migrate to Newer Versions of Odoo?  

A version becoming sunsetted means; 

No Security Updates:

Continuing with unsupported versions exposes businesses to potential cyber risks. Without the latest patches, your system falls prey to attacks.

No New Features or Enhancements:

You miss out on new functionality, performance improvements, and industry-standard compliance updates that may be critical for the day-to-day operation.

Scalability is highly limited:

because finding professionals to troubleshoot problems on an outdated version is difficult, thus increasing maintenance costs. 

For example, the version of Odoo 14.0 that will be released in October 2020 will be eventually unsupported from November 2023. Businesses on this version will need to start planning to migrate over without causing any disruption to their processes.

No Support: 
Odoo will not provide any kind of support to those unsupported versions. So if your business is running on the older version, your business is highly vulnerable. The business should migrate to the latest version to keep things running smoothly.

How Silent Infotech Can Help With Odoo Migration?

We, at Silent Infotech, know the implications that have been faced by organizations in the transition to newer versions of Odoo. As an experienced Odoo partner, we provide you with a tailored migration service that will ensure smooth transitions whether you are currently running on version 14.0, 15.0, or earlier.  

  How we can help you?

Overall Migration Strategy

Migrating from an older version of Odoo to the latest isn't simply about changing software. It also encapsulates data migration, seeing that specific modules you may have installed and devised are intact and aligning everything so any changes available in the new version integrate correctly. Silent Infotech comes with end-to-end migration strategy including:

● Full review of the existing system. 

● Planning the steps involved in the migration roadmap. 

● Testing all the procedures before live implementation for smoother running of the whole thing.

Expertise Across Multiple Versions

From understanding the core differences in functionalities to bringing forth a seamless process of data migration, our team ensures that your business starts to leverage the new capabilities without losing its operational continuity, irrespective of whether you are using Odoo 13.0, Odoo 14.0, or any older version. 

The latest one is Odoo 18.0, launched in October 2024, which boasts many upgrades compared to previous ones in performance. It, on the other hand, also gained a further long-term support date till October 2027 (schedule).  In this version, whichever business shifts, will get added benefits of better performance and design along with more apps on the user interface.  

Compatibility with Custom Modules

 The most common issue with an upgrade is the compatibility of the custom modules and integration with other third-party services. The company Silent Infotech:

● Ensures your custom modules get upgraded for compatibility with the newest version. 

● Maintains or enhances the functionality of the custom workflows and business logic.

Reduce Downtime 

We know that downtime is a money loser. That's why we have designed the migration process in such a way that disruptions are kept at an absolute minimum so that your business can continue running uninterruptedly. This is done with our careful pre-migration testing, live migration steps, and after-go-live support. 

Training and Support 

Every new version of Odoo includes changes to its interface and functionality, and therefore, retraining your teams is inevitable. As your Odoo partner, we: 

● Training session for your employees to be oriented with the new functionality 

● Support process to ensure maximum value from your Odoo system post-migration.

Key Considerations for Your Migration Plan 

Current Version : 

Which Odoo release are you currently working with? Judging from the image, there are notable versions such as Odoo 15.0 and Odoo 14.0 which are nearly at their last dates of support. It’s crucial to start preparing for your migration now.

Custom Modules:  

Are there any bespoke system components or workflows in place? Without a doubt, the issues surrounding the migration of tailored components of the system will require the utmost expertise, so that they can work in the new version without any problems.  

New Features: 

Numerous new features, enhanced user interface, and performance improvements are introduced with Odoo 16.0 and Odoo 17.0. In the recent versions of the software, do you see features or improvements that would enhance the operations of your business?   

Timeline: 

Migration is step wise operation. It is necessary to start work early so that you are able to test, train and carry out deployment with the least interruptions.  

Why Choose Silent Infotech as Your Odoo Migration Partner? 

Certified Expertise:

Our package contains those who can effectively use Odoo, and we have the necessary experience in carrying out successful migrations in different industries.

Proven Track Record:

We have performed several upgrades for our clients who wish to move to a newer version of Odoo without losing their custom-crafted flows yet doing many enhancements that go to the workflow.

Custom-fit:

We customize our migration solutions to meet your particular business objectives, thus making sure all users are able to upgrade to the new version of Odoo without any challenges.   

Conclusion

With the latest upgrades in Odoo, there are numerous benefits, from improved efficiency to added functionality and greater security. Nevertheless, Diligent planning and careful execution is required to migrate effectively without loss of important data and functionalities. At Silent Infotech, you can find a reliable business that will take care of the entire migration process, allowing you to give all the attention to the normal operation of your business. 

With Odoo versions such as 14.0 and 15.0 nearing the end of their life support periods, it is right to consider migration. Let Silent Infotech assist you in making this transition to the latest Odoo version as painless as possible so that you can maximize the growth of your business.