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Case Study · Canada · Power & Energy

PowerQ – Odoo ERP for Power & Energy Industry

Streamlined Operations, Enhanced Performance, and Scalable Growth for a Canadian Energy Consultancy

Company: PowerQ · Location: Canada · Industry: Power & Energy · Apps: Sales, Invoicing, Accounting, CRM, Website, eCommerce, Inventory, Purchase, Project, Manufacturing · Odoo Users: 16 · Hosting: Odoo.sh · Timeline: 2 Months

Key Highlights

2 Months Timeline16 UsersOdoo v12 CE → v14 EEOdoo.sh Hosting
2 Months Implementation
16 Users
10+ Modules
Odoo v12 CE → v14 EE
Odoo.sh Hosting
2 Months Implementation
16 Users
10+ Modules
Odoo v12 CE → v14 EE
Odoo.sh Hosting
CSA Group Approved
Cleaner and Greener
cETL Certified
Greener Canada
AQME Approved
CSA Group Approved
Cleaner and Greener
cETL Certified
Greener Canada
AQME Approved

About the Client

PowerQ serves the energy sector, helping businesses and individuals adopt the best energy efficiency solutions possible. It has evolved rapidly over 10 years to become one of the most respected energy consultancies in Canada.

The company helps its customers reduce their energy consumption and environmental footprint by using various innovative methods and technology. PowerQ empowers its customers to embrace a sustainable development lifestyle.

Based on high standards, PowerQ has been approved by CSA Group, Cleaner and Greener, cETL, Greener Canada, AQME and has been recognized as a company that conducts its activities in an ecologically responsible manner.

Challenges with Odoo v12 Community

PowerQ was using Odoo v12 community with limited functionality. The system was customized as per their business processes, but over-customization created multiple issues:

1

Traceback Errors

Over-customization created multiple traceback errors.

2

Slow System Performance

System operations became very slow and inefficient.

3

Limited Functionality

Limited functionality available in v12 community edition.

4

Need for Optimization

The time and need of the hour hinted at system optimization.

Suggestions & Solution

Synconics analyzed the system and observed the issues were due to over-customization. Instead of optimizing, they suggested migrating to Odoo v14 Enterprise with Odoo.sh hosting.

Migration to v14 Enterprise

Migrated from v12 Community to v14 Enterprise with modules optimization.

Odoo.sh Hosting

Secure, managed hosting with auto-updates and no server management overhead.

Standard Functionality Mapping

Mapped customized modules with standard v14 enterprise functionality.

Removed Unnecessary Customizations

Removed many customized applications to reduce system load.

After Effect Results

New CRM Module with Advanced Features

Added multiple new business opportunities with streamlined sales activities.

Online Signature & Promotions

Faster deal closures with online signature, coupons, and promotion features.

3-Way Purchase Matching

Reduced workload with matching of purchase orders, quantities, and payments.

Project Planning & Profitability Analysis

Better planning and scaling of profit/loss scenarios with ongoing projects.

MPS & Subcontracting Features

Streamlined project planning with Master Production Scheduler and subcontracting.

Enhanced Accounting Features

Full accounting, on-screen reports, asset management, budget management, and more.

Key Improvements After Migration

Performance

Faster system speed with Odoo v14 Enterprise, Optimized code with core programming language changes, Reduced system load, Improved user experience.

    Features

    Advanced CRM with scheduled activities, Online signature for faster deal closures, 3-way purchase matching, MPS and subcontracting features.

      Operations

      Streamlined project planning and profitability analysis, Enhanced accounting features, Better inventory and warehouse management, Improved decision-making with real-time reports.

        Before vs After

        Odoo v12 Community vs Odoo v14 Enterprise

        Before (v12 CE)

        After (v14 EE)

        Limited functionality

        Advanced features and full accounting

        Over-customization with errors

        Optimized standard functionality

        Slow system performance

        Fast, optimized performance

        Manual server management

        Managed Odoo.sh hosting

        Limited project planning

        Advanced project planning & MPS

        Manual reporting

        Real-time on-screen reports

        About Synconics Technologies

        Synconics Technologies is an official Odoo partner with 14+ years of experience in ERP implementation, migration, customization, and optimization. We specialize in handling complex and customized Odoo environments for the power and energy sector.

        Official Odoo Partner

        Certified Odoo expertise.

        Energy Industry Focus

        Specialized in power & energy sector solutions.

        Migration Expertise

        Proven experience in Odoo version migrations.

        Global Delivery

        Canada & India delivery centers.

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        Our Odoo Services

        End-to-end Odoo services to implement, optimize, and scale your ERP solution.

        Odoo Installation

        Quick, secure Odoo installation on Dedicated/Public Cloud or On-premise.

        Odoo Configuration

        Help you pick relevant modules and configure them to suit your business needs.

        Odoo Customization

        Customize Odoo ERP solutions to meet your business needs across verticals.

        Odoo Development

        Quick module development by experts, ready-to-use and easy-to-install.

        Odoo Integration

        Powerful Odoo integrations that bring business-critical information to one dashboard.

        Odoo Migration

        Legacy application modernization & version migration services.

        Odoo Staffing

        Make your Odoo implementation a success with right solution, processes and staffing.

        Odoo Functional Training

        Develop ERP skills with functional training for successful digital transformation.

        Odoo Technical Training

        Develop ERP technical training skills for designing, developing, and maintaining.

        Odoo Support

        Get proactive Odoo support from highly trained experts in ERP implementation.

        FAQ

        Frequently Asked Questions

        Odoo helps energy consultancies manage projects, track leads, handle invoicing, and streamline operations with integrated modules for CRM, sales, accounting, and project management.

        PowerQ – Odoo ERP for Power & Energy Industry

        Streamlined Operations, Enhanced Performance, and Scalable Growth for a Canadian Energy Consultancy