Save Time with Automated Supplier Invoice Validation in Odoo 18

In accounting, repetitive tasks can quickly pile up, draining your time and resources. That’s why Odoo 18’s new feature  Automated Supplier Invoice Validation is a game-changer for businesses looking to streamline their operations and save valuable time.

How Does This Feature Work?

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1. Validate the First Invoices

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   When you import invoices for a supplier (easily using the drag & drop feature), validate them three times without making any changes.
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4. Automation Proposal

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   After the third consecutive invoice validation without modification, Odoo will prompt you to enable automatic validation for future invoices from that supplier. You can choose from the following options:
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7. •  Enable automation right away.
   •  Get prompted every time before activation.
   •  Disable this option completely.
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8. Save Time

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   Once activated, Odoo will automatically validate invoices from this supplier. 
10. No more manual validation—freeing up your team to focus on more important tasks.
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Flexible Settings for Customization

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If your needs change, you can easily adjust the automation settings within the supplier profile. This gives you the flexibility to tailor this feature according to your business’s requirements.

Why Should You Adopt This New Feature?

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• Less repetition: Automates the validation process, freeing up your time.
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• Error reduction: Fewer manual steps mean fewer opportunities for mistakes.
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• More focus: Spend time on higher-value tasks that drive business growth.
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With this powerful new feature, Odoo 18 continues to help businesses improve their accounting process, making it faster, smarter, and more efficient.