Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

·         Integration with external warehouses or fulfillment service providers.

·         Synchronize product movement and inventory levels.

 Integration between Odoo ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

 What is a WMS?

A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is software used to manage the movement and storage of products within warehouses — from receiving, storage, order picking, and shipping, to inventory control.

 Why Integrate WMS with Odoo?

Integrating Odoo with a WMS provides:

·         Real-time synchronization between orders and inventory

·         Enhanced customer experience through faster shipping and accurate tracking

·         Full control over warehouse operations, even if managed externally

 1. Integration with External Warehouses or Fulfillment Providers

Use Cases:

·         Storing products in third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses like Aramex, DHL, or Fulfillment services such as ShipBob or Amazon FBA.

·         Managing multiple warehouse locations (some internal, others external) from within Odoo.

Integration Methods:

1.      API Integration:

o    Odoo sends shipping orders to the external WMS.

o    The WMS returns updates on shipping and stock status.

o    Inventory is updated automatically upon shipping or receiving.

2.      Electronic Data Interchange (EDI):

o    For exchanging data like sales orders, shipping notices, returns, and invoices.

3.      Automatic Inventory Movement Updates:

o    When an item is fulfilled by an external provider, the stock is deducted in Odoo in real time.

4.      Multi-location Warehouse Management in Odoo:

o    Each fulfillment center can be configured as a separate warehouse/location in Odoo.

 2. Synchronizing Product Movement and Inventory

What Gets Synchronized?

·         Receiving goods from suppliers or manufacturing plants.

·         Stock transfers between internal and external locations.

·         Shipping orders issued from Odoo and sent to the WMS.

·         Execution confirmations, including shipped quantities, returns, and adjustments.

·         Inventory levels across all warehouses — always up to date.

The Result:

·         Minimized manual data entry errors.

·         Full visibility into the real-time location and status of every item.

·         Prevention of stockouts or overselling.

️ Tools for Integrating Odoo with WMS

1.      Odoo Connector Modules:

o    Pre-built connectors for platforms such as:

§  ShipStation

§  Easyship

§  Deliverr

§  3PL Central

§  Amazon FBA

2.      Custom API Development:

o    For custom or in-house WMS platforms, REST API integration can be developed.

3.      Middleware Tools:

o    Tools like Zapier or Celigo can help bridge Odoo with various WMS platforms.

 Key Benefits