What Is an Odoo Upgrade
An Odoo upgrade moves your existing system from an older version to a newer release while preserving your business data and core functionality.
Upgrading allows your business to:
- Access new features and performance improvements
- Maintain security and compliance
- Stay within official support timelines
- Reduce long-term technical debt
Rather than simply changing versions, we ensure your system remains stable, efficient, and aligned with how your business operates.





What Our Odoo Upgrade Service Covers
System analysis and planning
We review your current Odoo version, custom modules, integrations, and workflows. This allows us to identify risks, unnecessary customizations, and opportunities to simplify before upgrading.
Core system upgrade
We upgrade your database and selected custom modules to the target Odoo version while preserving critical business data and configurations.
Testing and user readiness
All key business processes are thoroughly validated in a test environment before being implemented live. We also guide your team through changes and new features to ensure smooth adoption.
Odoo Upgrade vs Odoo Migration
These two terms are often confused, but they are not the same.

An upgrade keeps you within Odoo and moves your system to a newer version.
A migration involves moving from a different ERP system to Odoo or rebuilding your environment entirely.
In some cases, especially with very old or heavily customized systems, a fresh implementation may be more effective than a direct upgrade.
At JDL, we help you decide which path makes the most sense based on system health, data integrity, and business goals.
Why Upgrading Your Odoo System Matters
Continued official support
Each Odoo version has a limited support window. Running unsupported versions increases security risks and limits access to expert assistance.
Stronger security
Newer versions include improved access controls, audit tracking, and security features that help protect sensitive business data.
Better performance and usability
Upgrades introduce faster performance, improved interfaces, and better integrations that reduce friction for daily users.
Long Term Support and Cost Considerations
Odoo now provides long term support across Enterprise versions. However, starting in April 2026, additional fees will apply to systems running versions that are significantly behind.
Regular upgrades help avoid unexpected costs, security risks, and rushed emergency updates.
How JDL Handles Odoo Upgrades
Upgrading Odoo is not just a technical task. It is a system improvement process.
We follow a structured approach to ensure stability, clarity, and business continuity.
Step 1
Initial analysis and planning
- Review Odoo version and modules
- Identify outdated or unused customizations
- Evaluate how newer features can improve workflows
- Defining scope, risks, and timelines
Step 2
Upgrade strategy
- Based on the analysis, we decide which modules should be upgraded, replaced, or removed
- Plan feature improvements and simplifications
- Reduce technical debt
- Set milestones and safeguards
Step 3
Upgrade and implementation
- We execute the upgrade
- Migrate the database to the target version
- Upgrade or refactoring custom modules
- Configure new features aligned with your needs
Step 5
Go live and support
- Deploy the upgraded system
- Support users through the transition
- Provide post upgrade support to ensure stability and adoption
Step 4
Testing and validation
- Module level testing
- User acceptance testing with your team
- Validation of key workflows and business data
OUR APPROACH
We do not approach upgrades as version changes.
We approach them as system optimization opportunities.
Our focus is to ensure your Odoo environment remains secure, efficient, and aligned with how your business works today and where it is headed next.


