Choose an explicit stock unit for each product and document conversions used in purchasing and selling. Count physical inventory in recognizable packaging units, then reconcile to the agreed stock basis. Part packs, offcuts and damaged items need separate treatment so the opening balance reflects usable material rather than a theoretical quantity derived from full packs.
Understand the decision
A hypothetical cutover finds full bundles of standard lengths, opened packs with mixed remnants and several project-specific pieces. Historical spreadsheets alternate between pieces and metres. The migration team needs an approved quantity basis and a clear classification of material that can actually fulfil standard or project-specific demand.
Work through the requirements
- Approve product-specific units and conversion rules.
- Count full packs, partial packs and nonstandard material separately.
- Reconcile converted totals with a signed opening snapshot.
| Record or decision | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Unit mapping | Define stock and commercial quantity bases. |
| Physical count | Record pack condition and actual content. |
| Opening reconciliation | Approve converted quantities and exceptions. |
What would a passing test show?
Use these hypothetical cases in a demonstration. Mark the evidence you have reviewed, then download the checklist. Selections stay in this tab.
Watch for this failure
Multiplying every pack label by a standard quantity can overstate opened stock and disguise mixed lengths. Verify the physical basis first, and keep unusual material visible instead of forcing it into the nearest standard catalogue item.
Continue the evaluation
This example defines what to verify, rather than promising a particular Odoo feature. Keep a record of the demonstrated result, configuration, unresolved gaps and person who accepts it.
Read the wider implementation guideBring your workflow to the conversation.
Discuss requirements for Building products manufacturing in a business needs review. Start with your current systems, the handoff that fails and the result you need to prove.
Sources & scope
The linked product documentation is a starting point for validating your chosen version, edition, apps and hosting. The scenarios and acceptance criteria are editorial planning guidance, not customer case studies or a guarantee of built-in functionality. See how this library is prepared.
Odoo 19: manufacturing product configuration ↗Odoo 19: lot numbers ↗Odoo 19: quality control points ↗Odoo 19: vendor pricelists ↗