As more companies move off legacy systems and into modern ERP platforms, many discover that the hardest part of the transition isn’t the software - it’s the migration. Cudio, an ERP consulting firm specializing in Odoo, is outlining the most common challenges that cause ERP migrations to stall and the practical steps companies can take to avoid unnecessary risk.
ERP migrations often involve years of historical data, manual processes, disconnected tools, and workflows that have evolved without documentation. According to Cudio, most problems surface long before go-live.
“Bad data is quiet until it blows up revenue,” said Gordon Cummins, CEO of Cudio. “If your cash paths aren’t clear, if ownership isn’t defined, or if people can’t agree on the language of a metric, you’re not ready to migrate. Clean the language, clean the numbers, and the system stops fighting you.”
One of the biggest obstacles during migrations is inconsistent data. Over time, separate departments build their own spreadsheets, naming conventions, and shortcuts. This creates mismatches when financials, inventory, and operational data are merged into a single ERP system. Cudio notes that businesses often underestimate how much data validation is required before a migration can succeed.
System interdependencies also create friction. Many companies rely on accounting software, third-party logistics tools, scheduling platforms, or custom-built applications that need to integrate with Odoo. Without clear mapping of how those systems move money, track inventory, or calculate margin, migrations can expose gaps quickly.
“When a project is on fire, the first thing we do is freeze change and trace where money flows,” Cummins said. “Order → invoice → payment. Receipt → bill → pay. If AR, AP, inventory, or the GL don’t align, we add guardrails. You stabilize the business long before you write a line of code.”
Cudio emphasizes that operational continuity must remain the priority. Companies adopting a new ERP system need a clear plan to maintain day-to-day processes without interruption. Techniques such as phased cutovers, floor walks, and live testing with super users help reduce risk and prevent slowdowns in customer service, purchasing, or fulfillment.
“Healthy migrations protect revenue,” Cummins said. “If you’re transacting, you keep transacting. The migration should never stop the money.”
Cudio also highlights a trend many companies overlook: excessive customization. Teams sometimes try to recreate old workflows rather than adopt standard ERP processes, leading to future instability and high long-term maintenance costs.
“Standard Odoo gets you 90% there,” Cummins added. “That last 10% is where companies burn six figures. We keep systems simple and only customize when it pays for itself on day one and at the next upgrade. Simplicity scales.”
Businesses exploring the best way to prepare for migration, organize data, and align workflows can learn more about Cudio’s process through its Odoo Migration Services, which detail how the team approaches planning, validation, and configuration to reduce disruptions during transition.
“Asking for the wrong customizations, skipping test time, or leaving settings unlocked - those are red flags,” said Cummins. “The quickest way to save a project is to avoid the wrong one. When teams are aligned, and processes are clear, migrations become predictable.”
As more mid-market companies adopt modern ERP systems to unify operations, Cudio is sharing its insights to help leadership teams understand the technical and organizational realities behind a successful migration. The firm’s approach - rooted in simplicity, data accuracy, and operator-level clarity - aims to help companies build stable, scalable systems that can support growth long after go-live.
About Cudio
Cudio provides ERP consulting focused on Odoo implementation, migration, development, and system integration. With decades of experience in IT, finance, and operations, Cudio helps organizations streamline processes, standardize workflows, and adopt modern platforms that support long-term growth and stability.
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