Pharma Compliance and Procurement Efficiency

Executive Summary

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer faced compliance-heavy challenges with batch and expiry tracking, high manual workloads in invoice management, and limited visibility into vendor performance. By implementing Odoo ERP with batch tracking, expiry alerts, automated invoice uploads, and vendor dashboards, the company improved compliance, boosted procurement efficiency by 40%, and reduced expiry-related risks.

About the Client

The client is a top pharmaceutical manufacturer recognized for large-scale production and strict adherence to regulatory standards. With growing complexity in compliance requirements and vendor management, the company required a solution that could automate workflows, strengthen traceability, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Challenges Faced

Compliance-Heavy Tracking

Manual handling of batch and expiry tracking created risk of errors and audit issues.

Inefficient Document Management

Invoices and vouchers required extensive manual effort, slowing procurement.

Vendor & Stock Blindspots

Lack of real-time vendor performance data and stock aging visibility hindered decision-making.

ERP Solution Implemented

Odoo ERP was configured with industry-specific features to overcome these challenges:

Batch/Lot Tracking with Expiry Alerts

Automated monitoring and notifications to ensure compliance and reduce waste.

Automated Documentation

Custom vouchers and auto-upload features streamlined invoice management.

Vendor Dashboards & Stock Aging

PO reporting and purchase receipt monitoring improved vendor evaluation and traceability.

Implementation Journey

Discovery

Assessed compliance workflows, vendor reporting needs, and document management processes.

Customization

Configured Odoo modules with expiry alerts, invoice automation, and dashboard reporting.

Integration

Connected procurement and compliance workflows into a unified ERP platform.

Validation & Training

Ensured accuracy with regulatory checklists and provided user training before rollout.

Results & ROI

Results & ROI

Improved Compliance

Batch and expiry tracking accuracy enhanced traceability and audit readiness.

40% Procurement Efficiency Gain

Automation accelerated purchase order processing and vendor insights.

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Reduced Expiry Risks

Stock aging visibility helped minimize losses due to expired products.

Lower Manual Workload

Automated invoice handling reduced data entry errors and saved staff time.

Conclusion & Future Outlook

With Odoo ERP, the pharmaceutical manufacturer achieved full compliance, stronger vendor performance tracking, and streamlined procurement workflows. Future expansions include AI-driven demand forecasting and integration of advanced quality management modules.

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Pharma operations demand accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Contact us today to explore how Odoo ERP can transform your pharmaceutical manufacturing workflows.