Odoo 18.3 is Live – What’s New and Why It Matters

Odoo 18.3 is Live – What’s New and Why It Matters

Odoo has launched version 18.3, and it’s packed with updates that make your business operations more efficient, organized, and future-ready. At Techvaria, we’ve explored the new features closely, and here’s a clear breakdown of what’s new—and how it can help your team.

Plan Tasks More Easily

You can now create activities right from your dashboard—even without linking them to a specific document. Plus, new filters like “This Week” or “Tomorrow” help you prioritize quickly. You can even reschedule tasks with one click.

Result : Less admin time, better task management.

A Smoother User Experience

Odoo 18.3 includes small interface updates that make a big difference. Form buttons now adjust better on mobile, the Kanban view is more compact, and search panels load instantly.

Result : Navigation feels faster and easier—especially on phones.

CRM Gets Smarter with Business Card Scanning

A standout feature: Odoo CRM now lets you scan business cards and automatically extract contact details like name, email, and company. This is a huge time-saver during networking and events—and it's one of the features we demoed in our latest Youtube Video

Result : Less manual entry, more qualified leads.

More Flexibility in Manufacturing

Work orders are now editable even after they’ve been created—no need to cancel and start over. Also, inventory tracking is more detailed, showing you where every product has been.

Result : Greater control over production and stock.

Smarter Accounting Tools

Duplicate vendor bills are now detected—even after posting. And financial teams can now combine key reports like P&L, Balance Sheet, and Trial Balance into one view.

Result : Fewer errors and better financial insights.

Better Checkout Options for Online Stores

Odoo’s online store now supports Cash on Delivery (COD) with all delivery methods. It’s a small change that builds trust and encourages more customers to complete their purchases.

Result : Higher conversion rates and fewer abandoned carts.

Tools for a Sustainable Future

Odoo 18.3 introduces carbon footprint tracking in line with global ESG standards. You can now generate reports to see the environmental impact of your operations.

Result : Aligns your business with modern sustainability goals.

Desktop Timesheet Timer

You can now track work in real time using a native desktop timer for timesheets. This is a big win for consultants, agencies, and anyone billing by the hour.

Result : Accurate time tracking and easier billing for hourly projects.

Smarter Appointment Booking

The new booking system lets you manage staff availability more accurately, set rules for appointment times, and create buffer periods between meetings.

Result : Fewer scheduling conflicts and more professional client experiences.

Drag-and-Drop Barcode Scanning

In Inventory, scanning barcodes is now faster and more user-friendly with drag-and-drop tools and fewer clicks per operation.

Result : Speed up inventory tasks while reducing scanning errors.

Finance That Flags Issues Early

Duplicate vendor bills are flagged even after posting. Financial reports like P&L, Balance Sheet, and Trial Balance can now be merged into one view.

Result : More accurate records and streamlined financial analysis.

Helpdesk SLAs and Auto-Routing

Odoo’s Helpdesk app gets smarter with SLA rules, auto-routing, and better ticket prioritization—helping you resolve issues faster.

Result : Faster issue resolution and improved customer satisfaction.

Better Help for Customers

Portal users can now search articles in the Knowledge app, giving them quick access to guides, FAQs, and how-tos — without needing to contact support.

Result : Fewer support tickets, happier customers.

Knowledge Gets Real-Time Collaboration

Now your team can co-edit documents in real time, just like in Google Docs. Plus, portal users can search public help content easily.

Result : Better teamwork internally, and quicker answers for customers.

Industry Apps: Built for Your Business

Odoo 18.3 introduces ready-to-use industry packages to help businesses go live faster with tailored features and configurations. These packages include:

• Bakery – Manage recipes, production, sales, and shifts
• Food Trucks – Handle mobile sales, real-time stock, and simplified POS
• Cleaning Services – Automate job scheduling, staff routing, and invoicing
• Law Firms – Organize case files, track billable hours, and manage retainers
• Electricians / Handyman Services – Manage job cards, parts, customer visits, and quotes
• Shoe Makers – Customize orders, manage patterns, and track material usage

What’s New : These industry apps come with preconfigured settings, reports, menus, and sample workflows—so businesses can start operating faster with fewer customizations.

Result : Faster onboarding, tailored features, and lower setup costs for niche businesses.

Ready to Explore What Odoo 18.3 Can Do for You?

This release isn’t just about new tools—it’s about removing friction, increasing flexibility, and delivering business value where it counts: in sales, operations, finance, support, and sustainability.

• Better automation
• Cleaner user experience
• Industry-specific accelerators
• More reliable finance and reporting
• Real-time collaboration and traceability

Need help with implementation or want to upgrade your current system?

Get in touch with Techvaria — we help businesses get the most out of Odoo.