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Odoo Unified Inbox in Action: 7 Compelling Reasons to Choose MailDesk as Your Email Client

Metzler IT GmbH

Odoo Unified Inbox in Action: 7 Compelling Reasons to Choose MailDesk as Your Email Client

Why the Odoo Unified Inbox is often mistaken for an email client Many companies initially assume that the Odoo Unified Inbox is automatically an email client — but for a real email workflow in Odoo, m...

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Mar 3, 2026

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The Ultimate Odoo CRM Guide: From Lead Generation to Closing Deals

Metzler IT GmbH

The Ultimate Odoo CRM Guide: From Lead Generation to Closing Deals

Introduction to Odoo CRM Odoo CRM is more than just a traditional customer management system. It’s a central platform that seamlessly connects sales, marketing, and service. While many businesses use ...

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Feb 21, 2026

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Hybrid Email with Microsoft 365 and Mailcow: Complete Guide + Checklist

Metzler IT GmbH

Hybrid Email with Microsoft 365 and Mailcow: Complete Guide + Checklist

Why a Mailcow + Microsoft 365 hybrid setup is better than the classic approach Hybrid architecture and benefits Step 1: DNS configuration Step 2: Microsoft 365 - Gateway Setup Step 3: Mailcow as the c...

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Feb 9, 2026

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The Path to a Paperless Office: A Practical Guide for German SMEs

Metzler IT GmbH

The Path to a Paperless Office: A Practical Guide for German SMEs

Why the paperless office is more than just a trend The paperless office represents digitalization, efficiency, and sustainability—especially for small and medium-sized businesses in Germany. But it's ...

Jan 18, 2026

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ROI Calculation for an ERP Project: How the Investment in Odoo Really Pays Off

Metzler IT GmbH

ROI Calculation for an ERP Project: How the Investment in Odoo Really Pays Off

Introduction: Odoo ERP as a Growth Engine – But Is It Worth It? Choosing a new ERP system like Odoo is a major milestone for any business, whether it's a small company or a large corporation. But this...

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Dec 24, 2025

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What does an Odoo implementation really cost? A transparent breakdown.

Metzler IT GmbH

What does an Odoo implementation really cost? A transparent breakdown.

Why Transparency in Odoo Costs is Essential The implementation of an ERP system like Odoo is a significant step for any company. One of the most common and important questions is: What does an Odoo im...

Odoo

Dec 1, 2025

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GDPR-Compliant CRM: How to Properly Implement Data Protection Requirements with Odoo

Metzler IT GmbH

GDPR-Compliant CRM: How to Properly Implement Data Protection Requirements with Odoo

Why Data Protection in CRM is Essential Today The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has become the new standard – especially for companies that handle customer data. In CRM systems, the most s...

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Nov 9, 2025

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5 Hidden Odoo Features to Boost Your Daily Workflow

Metzler IT GmbH

5 Hidden Odoo Features to Boost Your Daily Workflow

Why Odoo can do more than many realize Many users work with Odoo daily – yet only a few know the true professional features that can really speed up their workflow. Odoo is constantly evolving and is ...

Odoo

Oct 18, 2025

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Upgrade to Odoo 18: A Technical Checklist for a Smooth Transition

Metzler IT GmbH

Upgrade to Odoo 18: A Technical Checklist for a Smooth Transition

Why Upgrading to Odoo 18 is Important Now With the new version Odoo 18, Odoo brings numerous technical and functional improvements that help businesses accelerate processes, enhance security, and meet...

Odoo

Sep 26, 2025

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Excel is not an ERP system: 7 signs your business is ready for the next step

Metzler IT GmbH

Excel is not an ERP system: 7 signs your business is ready for the next step

Why Excel Eventually Reaches Its Limits Many businesses begin with Excel because it's easy to use and set up. But as you grow, so do your needs: more data, more users, more complexity. What was once h...

Sep 4, 2025

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Email, CRM, Project Management: How Separate Tools Can Hold Your Business Back

Metzler IT GmbH

Email, CRM, Project Management: How Separate Tools Can Hold Your Business Back

The Software Zoo in Medium-Sized Businesses – Problem or Advantage? In many small and medium-sized businesses, it's a common struggle: a jumble of software. One tool for email, another for CRM, Excel ...

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Aug 13, 2025

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Digital Sovereignty for SMEs: Why Controlling Your Own Data Matters

Metzler IT GmbH

Digital Sovereignty for SMEs: Why Controlling Your Own Data Matters

Data Protection and Digital Sovereignty as a Competitive Advantage for SMEs In today's digital world, protecting your data and controlling your business information is crucial. For small and medium-si...

Jul 22, 2025

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