Each year, Odoo raises the bar for what a modern, all-in-one business management system can do — and version 19 is already creating buzz. If you’re wondering whether the upgrade will be worth it, here’s a closer look at 10 practical, SPECIFIC features likely to land in Odoo 19 — and why they matter for your business.
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1. Revamped Knowledge App with AI Search
The Knowledge App, introduced in v16, keeps getting better. Odoo 19 is expected to add an AI-powered search that suggests related articles as you type, plus tighter integration with Helpdesk and Projects. This means your team can find SOPs, policies, or training material faster — directly in context.
2. ZATCA Phase 2 & Global E-Invoicing Compliance
In Odoo 19, expect out-of-the-box compliance for Saudi Arabia’s ZATCA Phase 2, plus more native e-invoicing formats for Egypt, India, and the EU. Look for:
- Real-time QR code & XML generation
- Cryptographic stamping
- Seamless API connection to local tax portals
No more manual plug-ins — it’ll be native and better supported.
3. New E-commerce Checkout Flows
The website builder and e-commerce modules will see specific improvements like:
- One-page checkout with fewer steps
- Native Apple Pay & Google Pay integrations
- Advanced upsell / cross-sell blocks
Result? Faster conversions and lower cart abandonment.
4. Multi-Unit of Measure in Inventory
A long-requested upgrade: native multi-unit-of-measure (UoM) conversions for stock moves.
So if you buy in pallets, store in boxes, and sell in pieces, you can now handle it without complex customizations — with consistent stock valuation.
5. Payroll for New Localizations (KSA, UAE, Egypt)
Payroll is finally expanding to more countries. Odoo 19 is expected to offer preconfigured salary rules, local compliance, and WPS support for GCC countries — especially UAE and KSA — plus better local reporting.
6. Improved Email Marketing Workflows
Better drip campaigns are on the way:
- Conditional automation (if open/click, then send X)
- More drag-and-drop blocks
- Real-time A/B testing
This means less dependency on third-party tools like Mailchimp for most users.
7. Field Service App: Route Optimization
For businesses with onsite teams, the Field Service module will likely include automatic route optimization — calculating the best travel path for your technicians, factoring in traffic, distance, and appointment windows.
8. Customer Portal 2.0
Customer self-service is getting an upgrade. Odoo 19 is expected to offer:
- Easier multi-company portal access
- Document signing & upload in-portal
- Ticket escalation from the portal with predefined SLAs
9. Live Chat: WhatsApp Integration (Native)
WhatsApp is huge for customer support. While third-party modules exist, Odoo 19 should introduce a native WhatsApp integration under Live Chat & CRM, making it easier to manage chats, link them to leads, and track conversation history.
10. Faster Spreadsheet Reporting with Real-Time Sync
The Spreadsheet app will get more live pivot support, improved Excel import/export, and better real-time sync with financial reports — so you can build dynamic dashboards without relying on external BI tools.
Odoo 19 is shaping up to be about real productivity boosts, not just bells and whistles. If you’re tired of workarounds and heavy customizations for things like local payroll, e-invoicing, or WhatsApp, this release could save you serious time and money.