Odoo IoT box which is also called as Internet of things was introduced in the Odoo 12 version with an Odoo IoT Box  Device. Odoo IoT box is a preliminary choice for efficient conduction of business operations across all industry verticals to enhance business operations by making functional use of IoT Devices. It increases the capabilities and accuracy for enriching the ERP Software in wider audience users.Odoo is an all in one ERP solution that streamlines and automates business processes. Odoo ERP has broken the bonded area and jumps in IoT (Internet of Things) technology integration, out of box solution thinking set a new era in Odoo IoT Module of ERP. 

What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?

The Internet of Things, or IoT, refers to the billions of physical devices around the world that are now connected to the internet, all collecting and sharing data.

The Internet of Things is an emerging topic of technical, social, and economic significance. Consumer products, durable goods, cars and trucks, industrial and utility components, sensors, and other everyday objects are being combined with Internet connectivity and powerful data analytic capabilities that promise to transform the way we work, live, and play. Projections for the impact of IoT on the Internet and economy are impressive, with some anticipating as many as 100 billion connected IoT devices and a global economic impact of more than $11 trillion by 2025.

At the same time, however, the Internet of Things raises significant challenges that could stand in the way of realizing its potential benefits. Attention-grabbing headlines about the hacking of Internet-connected devices, surveillance concerns, and privacy fears already have captured public attention. Technical challenges remain and new policy, legal and development challenges are emerging.

Odoo IoT Box

Odoo IoT is a raspberry pi based device that connects IoT devices with Odoo. It connects Odoo to different external devices types like Printers, Cameras, Sanner, and calipers. It resolves the issues occurring during the integration of ERP software and IoT devices. Odoo IoT box acts as a mediator between IoT and ERP through Wifi or ethernet cable. The IoT box allows for multiple input connections, such as USB, Bluetooth, HDMI, and Wi-Fi. This way, whatever connection the device has, you can likely connect it. The IoT Box allows you to connect external devices to your Odoo database. Odoo IoT Module is a suite of interconnected applications with IoT Box and Odoo ERP, Odoo IoT Module works hand in hand with other Modules that can incorporate IoT devices into Business processes.

Example

1. Wireless Barcode Scanner can be used in Warehouse for scanning the product on a rack which is predefined information in the barcode, for product migration from warehouse rack to another rack.  
2. In-Car Parking IoT devices can play an impressive role, to give In/Out tickets on entry and exit gates by verifying through the camera, etc.
3. Restaurant and Hotel’s Odoo allow IoT integration like once the order is confirmed, the order menu will receive to kitchen cook by the printer and also for bill payment through card machine.
4.  With IoT Box integration we can integrate machines and tools into the manufacturing process and refuse labor to make mistakes significantly like during quality control to take a measurement with a caliper, take a picture with a camera and other tools can relevantly appropriate for taking inputs action in Odoo ERP.

Benefits of Odoo IOT Box

Quick Setup : Odoo IOT box helps you to connect your external devices quickly to the database in no time, You dont require techical expertise to integrate.

Completely Integrated: IOT box are completely integrated with existing business process of Odoo which helps you to boost the company productivity.

Standard Connections: There are various ways where you can connect your devices through some of them including USB, Bluetooth, HDMI, Wifi etc.

Following are the Steps for connecting IoT Devices through Odoo IoT Box:

Step 1: Install the Odoo IoT Module in Database.

Step 2: To connect the IoT devices in Odoo ERP click to Connect

Step 3: It will Pair automatically or by entering the pairing code to connect.

Step 4: Add information like Place, Mac Address, Domain, IoT Box home page, Image Version, and Enable the Automatic drivers to update then add the devices as per the details and it shows the connection type connected to Odoo ERP i.e. connected with Odoo IoT Box and save.

In IoT Box Dashboard showcases the number of devices count to respective places.

Step 5: On click at Devices menu tap, it will display the connected devices in a network with status Connected or Disconnected with image indicator of respective network connection.

Fully Integrated

This IOT module is completely integrated with various modules of Odoo including

Pricing of IOT Box Subscription :

Odoo IoT Box subscription costs between US$ 20 to 30.00/month/box.* this include IoT Box for free. *Pricing may vary check lates price of IOT Box 

How Globalteckz can help you with Odoo implementation and customizations

At Globalteckz we offer our clients with world-class Business and Enterprise solutions. We have presence in India, USA, &  Canada, and have successfully offered end to end solutions to our clients. Some of our services offerings includes leading Open Source Solutions such as Odoo, Magento, and other ecommerce development. We deliver excellence and quality for Information Technology & Software Solutions to our clients worldwide.

Odoo Verticals Handled by Globalteckz

We have handled various verticals such as Trading organizations, Services, Manufacturing with Advance Manufacturing stages and eCommerce merchants who sells their products via different Online shops. Our Team at Mumbai (India) location includes various employees ranging the experience from 1 to 7 years specific with Odoo Experience. The founders of the company is holding Odoo implementation experience of 10+ years under whom the whole Globalteckz team worked.

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