Have you decided to implement the Odoo ERP to manage your business? Or maybe you have already deployed Odoo, but you want to optimize its use or switch versions? That’s great! It seems like you have your mind set! But, you still have a choice to make, a very important choice at that: the ERP provider who will accompany you.
Faced with the diversity of software consultants, integrators and IT services companies, you might have difficulties establishing the right criteria to choose the best Odoo integrator. Fortunately, there is a very reliable way to find the most experienced companies on Odoo: Odoo certification.
The Assurance of an ERP Connoisseur
It is by forging that one becomes a blacksmith... Odoo certifications are delivered by Odoo based on the partner's experience, number of ERP projects and the quality service they provided. Odoo delivers 3 levels of certification: Ready, Silver and Gold.
And guess what? Captivea is the top Gold certified partner in the USA!
Working with a certified company ensures you are dealing with an Odoo expert and not just a company that handles general ERP projects! The consultants in front of you will have experienced Odoo in action in the field and not just experience working on technical documentation. A certified Odoo partner will be able to advise you on which module will fit any one of your very specific needs. They will also have knowledge of the development community and the latest tools or APIs they have available.
Past Proof of Successful Odoo Deployments
You’d expect your integrator to have a solid understanding of Odoo. That’s a good thing. But it’s even better when they can provide their customers with proof of successful Odoo implementations. We therefore encourage you to ask – or rather, insist on – feedback about the company’s experience with the integrator’s past Odoo deployments. As a certified integrator, they’ll most likely have references available for you. The idea here is to validate not only their methodology, but also their ability to adhere to the specifications of your industry. If you are an SME and the service provider specializes in retail, they may not be the right fit for you.
If you work in a niche market, or if your company is unlike any other, identify the sticking points or pitfalls the integrator could potentially encounter if they lack experience with a particular area (compliance with sector‑specific legislation, adapting to the different personalities within your company, experience with the technologies you use, etc.). The best way to validate this kind of “customer feedback” is through customer testimonials on the integrator’s website. That way, you’ll be able to form your own opinion.
The Advantage of a Close Software Publisher–Integrator Relationship
A certified Odoo partner means peace of mind, and you’ll see that for yourself! There’s nothing better than the reassurance of a provider who is up to date with the latest releases, the latest community developments, etc. The certainty of a partner who knows Odoo inside and out and maintains regular relationships with the software publisher’s teams.
Odoo has built a strong relationship with its partners through training courses, trade shows, events, etc. Odoo teams are constantly in contact with members of their certified partner community. This means if you need something, the Odoo partner can quickly get a response from Odoo. Your service provider will be able to immediately notify Odoo's teams of any problem you might encounter and quickly find a solution.
Being an Odoo certified partner also means, at least for Captivea, spreading the good word. We are true ambassadors of this next-generation ERP system with a more than promising future. The proof? We regularly publish articles on ERP. To find out more, go to our Odoo blog!
