Mastering Odoo 18 AI for Accounting & Manufacturing Control

Configure Odoo 18 inventory accounting by selecting valuation methods (standard price, first in, first out, average cost) and mapping income, expense, and price difference accounts at category and product levels.

Learn how to perform manual inventory valuation in Odoo 18, update the balance sheet with manual journal entries, and reconcile stock valuation with purchases and sales.

Configure standard price in Odoo 18 to drive automated inventory valuation and capture price differences with a net price difference account; track journal entries from receipts and bills.

Explore how Odoo 18 uses avco with automated inventory valuation to update average cost, reflect stock value in reports, and generate journal entries through sales and purchasing flows.

Master FIFO inventory with automated evaluation, showing how the average cost on hand drives the cost of goods sold and is reflected in the product template and valuation report.

Learn to configure inventory adjustment locations in Odoo 18 for automated valuation, set incoming and outgoing accounts, and record journal entries for net inventory adjustment gains and losses.

Discover how scrap inventory in odoo 18 moves value from stock to cost of goods sold through scrap locations and automatic journal entries, updating the p&l and balance sheet.

Explore how to apply landed costs in Odoo 18, shipping and handling, and adjust inventory valuation and cost of goods sold using split methods.

Navigate end-to-end manufacturing in Odoo, from CAD and BOM to procurement, inventory, and production, with MO and work orders and quality control.

Learn to create and optimize a bill of materials in Odoo 18, configure work orders and operations, set dependencies, and manage manufacturing orders for efficient production.

Master setting up work centers, BOMs, and work orders in Odoo, and optimize operations across locations with alternative centers and cost-aware planning.

Learn to manage multiple work centers in Odoo 18 by enabling work orders, creating alternative work centers, and routing manufacturing orders to available centers to avoid bottlenecks.

Learn to configure work centers in Odoo 18, adjusting time efficiency, capacity, setup and cleanup times, and use planning and manufacturing orders to create realistic production schedules.

Learn how to subcontract manufacturing in Odoo 18 with resupply workflows and bom setups. Explore how to use subcontractors, delivery slips, and finished goods shown in stock.

Explore one, two, and three step manufacturing in Odoo, including transfers, work orders, shop floor oversight, and how product variants and optional assemblies enable customized production.

Explore how to configure byproducts in Odoo manufacturing, assign cost shares, and track wood waste within BOMs and operations for sustainable output and precise cost analysis.

Learn how back orders influence supply chain performance, master production schedule, and production planning in odoo 18, using a three-step manufacturing workflow and case study to optimize overall equipment efficiency.

Master PLM and waste management in Odoo 18 by scrapping defective components, tracking production losses with an expense and inventory valuation journal, and enforcing quality alerts for root-cause analysis.

Optimize inventory lead times with Odoo MRP by enabling engineer-to-order workflows, configuring routes and template BOM, and automating replenishment through reordering rules and manufacturing orders.

Learn how to compute bom cost versus product cost, configure standard price or fifo, and set hourly costs by work center or employee, then track work order time and cost.

Explore how Odoo MRP uses average costing to update product and component costs across manufacturing orders, BOMs, and replenishment, improving inventory analysis and cost visibility.

Master standard price costing and bill of materials in Odoo 18 to cost products from components and operations. Explore fifo costing and multiple work centers to optimize production planning.

Learn how the Odoo shop floor module streamlines two-step manufacturing with bills of materials, operations, and work orders, including scrap and add component workflows.

Explore types of manufacturing processes, manufacturing operations, and sustainability while using timesheets and tasks to track hours, automate purchases, link analytic accounts, and streamline invoicing in Odoo.

Implement automated inventory valuation after manufacturing by applying average cost, standard price, and fifo methods, updating component and finished product costs as orders and bom flow proceed.

Master small business accounting by setting up a bank account, choosing cash or accrual, and establishing a chart of accounts for tax readiness.

Improve financial reporting accuracy by maintaining accurate records, setting up a tailored chart of accounts, integrating systems, and applying internal controls to ensure reliable financial statements and regulatory compliance.

Learn how regular audits, internal controls, and reviews ensure compliance and accurate financial records, while financial reporting and budgeting drive cash flow and strategic planning with automation and machine learning.

Explore cash flow management strategies, including smart client billing, invoicing, and AP automation to improve cash flow and manage payments effectively.

Explore ten practical ways to manage assets by applying cash flow analysis, free cash flow, and cash flow forecasting, and using NPV and IRR to evaluate proposals.

Mastering accounts receivable teaches accurate client billing, invoicing steps, payment terms, and cash flow management while comparing hourly, project-based, retainer, flat rate, value-based, and subscription methods.

Learn how current assets drive liquidity and working capital, distinguish them from long-term assets, and read balance sheets to manage cash flow and solvency.

Explore depreciation and amortization for tangible and intangible assets, using straight-line and declining balance, within CRA capital cost allowances and financial reporting contexts.

Maximize liquidity by managing quick assets, cash on hand and accounts receivable, to cover short-term liabilities, while inventories and prepaid expenses are not quick assets.

Explore how accounts payable and other liabilities shape cash flow and balance sheets, with emphasis on current versus long-term liabilities, working capital, and three-way matching.

Learn to read and analyze cash flow statements, using direct or indirect methods, classify operating, investing, and financing activities, and assess net cash position and free cash flow.

Measure and manage liquidity by tracking current assets and current liabilities, using quick, current, and cash ratios, benchmarking against industry standards to guide growth planning.

Define your cost object and classify costs as direct or indirect. Identify variable costs and fixed costs and key cost drivers to improve profitability and pricing decisions.

Explain how variable costs change with production, including direct labor and raw materials, and show how to calculate total variable costs and variable cost per unit for budgeting and pricing.

Identify direct costs tied to production or service delivery to improve pricing and long-term profitability, and distinguish them from indirect costs to guide break-even analysis.

Understand indirect costs and their impact on pricing and profitability by distinguishing fixed, variable, and step costs, and applying ABC, proportional, or fixed cost allocations.

Analyze fixed costs by identifying and converting expenses to monthly amounts, determine which costs stay constant, and compute break-even to guide smarter decisions and cost reduction strategies.

Perform an hr diagnosis to align staffing with growth objectives, monitor KPIs, and drive productivity gains of 10% to 15% through process optimization and automation to reduce labor costs.

Differentiate cogs from cost of sales by identifying direct production costs, such as raw materials and labor, and separate them from fixed operating expenses to assess gross profit.

Explore operating expenses, including selling, general and administrative costs, fixed overhead, and indirect costs, and learn to analyze and control COGS and SGA for profitability.

Learn how SG&A, or selling, general, and administrative expenses, cover non-production costs like marketing, rent, and utilities, and how semi-variable, indirect costs affect income statements and EBIT calculations.

Identify and calculate semi-variable costs within selling, general, and administrative expenses. Review monthly profit and loss statements to spot trends and understand drivers like fixed and variable components.

Explore general expenses and administrative expenses (GA) and their role as overhead on the income statement, including fixed and indirect costs, allocation methods, and tax deductibility.

Explore earnings before tax (EBT) as a profitability measure, learn its calculation from revenue minus expenses (excluding taxes), and compare EBT with EBIT and EBITDA across tax jurisdictions.

Discover how to calculate gross profit margin from net sales minus cogs, and use benchmarks to improve pricing and operational efficiency in accounting and manufacturing.

Explore how to improve gross margin by analyzing direct costs and COGS, differentiate from gross profit, and set target benchmarks to compare with industry peers.

Explore how balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and retained earnings inform profitability, liquidity, and strategic decisions for plans, loans, and investments.

Learn to read a balance sheet by examining assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity at a point in time, including current and fixed assets and current liabilities, to assess liquidity.

Improve financial efficiency by mastering accounts payable management, focusing on cash flow, balance sheet accuracy, and timely invoice payments through three way matching.

Learn to calculate ROA by dividing earnings after tax by total assets and analyze its components: taxation impact, interest impact, EBIT margin, and asset turnover to gauge profitability.