Steel Business, Made Simple: The Odoo Magic at Madn

Madn Steel

Country: KSA
Industry: Manufacturing 
Main Apps:Full App integration
Number of Odoo Users: 10
Odoo Customer Success Manager: Kareem Hatem Shaker

​In the bustling industrial sector of Riyadh, Madn Steel Factory has emerged as one of the largest and most innovative players since its inception in 2021. Specializing in essential industrial services such as cutting and rewinding, the factory has rapidly grown to meet the demands of clients in Riyadh and beyond. However, like many businesses, Madn Steel faced significant operational challenges—until they discovered Odoo.

Challenges Faced by Madn Steel Factory: Madn Steel’s Financial Manager, Khalid Al Shamiri, highlights the challenges the factory encountered with traditional ERP solutions. These included:

• Inventory Management Issues: Tracking the movement of stock, whether received or sent to clients, was a complex and time-consuming process.
• Inadequate Financial Tools: Existing systems failed to meet the factory's accounting and financial management requirements.
• Batch Number Complexity: Handling stock imported from China, often associated with multiple codes and batch numbers, proved overwhelming for most ERP software.

These hurdles created inefficiencies across their operations, hampering the factory’s ability to maintain accurate tracking and cost control.

Why Madn Steel Chose Odoo: The decision to implement Odoo stemmed from its ability to provide comprehensive and user-friendly solutions. Khalid explains that Odoo offered seamless management of inventory, covering every aspect of the receiving and dispatching processes with precision.

• Enhanced Inventory Management: Odoo enabled effortless handling of stock codes and batch numbers, ensuring accurate tracking and management.
• Cost Control in Manufacturing: The steel industry relies heavily on maintaining strict cost control. Odoo’s tools allowed Madn Steel to monitor expenses across complex manufacturing cycles.
• Integrated Processes: From simple tasks to financial management, Odoo streamlined operations across all departments, offering clarity and efficiency.

The Impact of Odoo: With Odoo, Madn Steel achieved transformative results:

1. Streamlined Operations: Integration of all processes, especially in manufacturing, led to greater efficiency and reduced errors.
2. Accurate Financial Insights: The factory gained clear visibility into profit and loss figures, thanks to Odoo’s user-friendly accounting tools.
3. Adaptability to Manufacturing Needs: Whether managing simple or complex cycles, Odoo catered to the specific requirements of the steel industry.

A New Way of Doing Business: For Madn Steel, Odoo is more than just software—it’s a lifestyle. By simplifying their operations and providing an all-in-one solution, Odoo empowered the factory to focus on growth and excellence in the industrial sector.

Conclusion: Madn Steel Factory’s journey showcases the power of Odoo to revolutionize business operations. For Khalid Al Shamiri and his team, adopting Odoo was the key to overcoming challenges and achieving operational excellence. As Khalid aptly describes, Odoo has become a part of their daily workflow, enabling their continued success in a competitive market.

If you’re looking for a solution to streamline your operations, simplify your processes, and drive growth, Odoo could be the answer. Reach out to us today to discover how Odoo can transform your business.