Odoo Migration Services

Odoo migration is the process of upgrading your Odoo ERP system from an older version to a newer one, or transferring from another ERP system to Odoo. You need migration when your current Odoo version becomes outdated and stops receiving security updates, when you want to access new features and improvements, when your current version has performance issues, when vendor support ends, or when you're moving from legacy systems like SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or QuickBooks to Odoo. Regular migration ensures your business stays secure, efficient, and competitive with the latest technology.

Migration timelines vary based on several factors including data volume, number of custom modules, integration complexity, and version gap. Simple migrations with standard modules typically take 2-4 weeks. Medium complexity migrations with some customizations require 4-8 weeks. Complex enterprise migrations with extensive customizations, large datasets, and multiple integrations can take 2-4 months. We provide a detailed timeline after assessing your specific situation. The actual production downtime is minimal (typically under 4 hours) as most work happens in staging environments.

Yes, our migration service includes adapting all custom modules and modifications to work with the new Odoo version. We analyze each customization, update deprecated code, refactor functions to match new APIs, test thoroughly, and ensure complete functionality. Some customizations may need restructuring due to Odoo's architectural changes between versions, but we maintain all business logic and features. We provide detailed documentation of any changes made and ensure your team is trained on any workflow modifications. Our goal is to preserve all your custom functionality while leveraging new version improvements.

With ERPwala's professional migration services, there is zero data loss. We follow a rigorous process: complete backup before starting, multiple backup points throughout migration, data validation at every step, automated and manual verification checks, test migrations in staging environments, and comprehensive data integrity audits. We migrate all business data including customers, products, invoices, purchase orders, inventory records, financial data, documents, and historical transactions. Every record is accounted for and validated. We also maintain original backups that can be restored if needed, though our 99.8% success rate means this is rarely necessary.

We minimize downtime through strategic planning and parallel processing. Most migration work happens in staging environments while your current system runs normally. The actual production downtime for final data sync and switchover is typically under 4 hours, often scheduled during off-peak hours or weekends to minimize business impact. For critical 24/7 operations, we can reduce downtime to 1-2 hours through advanced migration techniques. We provide a detailed downtime window schedule and keep you informed throughout the process. Your team can often start training on the new version even before the final cutover.

We have comprehensive risk mitigation and rollback procedures. Every migration includes multiple backup points, tested rollback procedures allowing quick reversion to the original system, parallel system running capability for validation, real-time monitoring and issue detection, expert team available throughout the process, and clear escalation procedures. If critical issues arise during production migration, we can immediately rollback to your original system with zero data loss. However, because we conduct extensive testing in staging environments before touching production, major issues are extremely rare. Our 99.8% success rate reflects our thorough preparation and expertise.

Yes, we specialize in migrating from legacy Odoo versions including Odoo 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and all subsequent versions to the latest Odoo 18. Large version gaps require more careful planning as we may need to migrate through intermediate versions to ensure data integrity and proper module adaptation. We handle all the complexity of deprecated features, restructured data models, and changed APIs. The process takes longer for older versions but is entirely feasible. We've successfully migrated clients from OpenERP and very early Odoo versions to the latest releases, preserving decades of business data and customizations.

Migration costs depend on multiple factors: version gap (migrating from Odoo 8 vs Odoo 14), data volume and complexity, number and complexity of custom modules, third-party integrations that need updating, testing and training requirements, and timeline urgency. Simple migrations with standard modules might start from $3,000-$5,000. Medium complexity migrations typically range $8,000-$15,000. Complex enterprise migrations can be $20,000-$50,000+. We provide detailed, transparent quotes after assessing your specific situation. Consider that DIY migration failures often cost $15,000-$30,000 in lost data recovery, business disruption, and emergency fixes. Professional migration is an investment in continuity and reliability.

Absolutely. We have extensive experience migrating from various ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage, Tally, and custom-built ERPs. The process involves data extraction from your current system, data mapping to Odoo's structure, transformation and cleansing, validation and testing, and complete transfer. We also help replicate your business processes in Odoo, configure modules to match your workflows, and train your team. Many businesses successfully switch to Odoo to reduce costs, improve usability, and gain modern features. We ensure a smooth transition with minimal business disruption.

The extent of training depends on the version gap and UI changes. Newer Odoo versions often have improved interfaces that are more intuitive. We provide comprehensive training covering new features and improvements, changed workflows or processes, updated interface navigation, new capabilities your team can leverage, and best practices for the new version. Training is typically role-based and can be conducted through live sessions, recorded videos, documentation, and hands-on practice environments. For most migrations, users adapt quickly as core concepts remain familiar. We provide ongoing support during the transition period to answer questions and ensure smooth adoption.

Yes, absolutely. Testing before production deployment is a standard part of our migration process. We provide a complete staging environment that mirrors your production setup with all migrated data, customizations, and configurations. Your team can test workflows, validate data accuracy, explore new features, conduct user acceptance testing, and identify any issues—all without affecting your live system. We encourage thorough testing and only proceed to production after your approval. The staging environment remains available for training and reference even after migration.

We provide comprehensive 30-day free support after migration including bug fixes related to migration, performance optimization, user assistance and troubleshooting, configuration adjustments, report issues resolution, and system monitoring. Beyond the free period, we offer various support packages including monthly retainer support, on-demand support hours, dedicated support teams, system health checks, and ongoing optimization services. We're invested in your long-term success and maintain relationships with clients for years, helping them maximize their Odoo investment through continuous improvement and updates.