Odoo and iData have officially established a strategic partnership following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on January 30, 2026.
This alliance unites iData’s IoT hardware expertise with Odoo’s powerful software platform, creating a high-performance synergy to empower global enterprises in their digital journeys.
Odoo and iData officially signing the Strategic Partnership MOU
Agile Digital Foundation
Odoo is a world-leading all-in-one open-source ERP provider, empowering more than 16 million users worldwide to optimize their business operations. With its modular and low-code approach, Odoo is rapidly scaling in the Chinese market, successfully accelerating integrated digital transformation for the manufacturing, supply chain, retail, and education sectors.
Odoo 19 sets a new benchmark for automation and large-scale data handling. Enhanced backend responsiveness, combined with a streamlined interface and automated workflows, ensures that enterprises remain agile. This allows for the seamless management of high-frequency, large-scale operations even in complex business scenarios.
"This strategic partnership with iData is a pivotal step in Odoo's commitment to refining our local ecosystem. The synergy between Odoo’s versatile management system and iData’s professional hardware allows us to create a seamless digital roadmap for Chinese enterprises, driving a quantum leap in their operational accuracy and overall productivity.”
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As a premier global innovator in IoT smart hardware, iData brings more than two decades of expertise to the data collection sector. With a global install base exceeding one million active devices, iData specializes in advanced data collection terminals, including industrial PDAs, barcode scanners, and RFID readers, trusted by diverse industries, from logistics and manufacturing to retail and public services globally.
"We are confident that our strategic partnership with Odoo will bring new energy into the digital ecosystem. iData’s robust data collection terminals capture critical frontline data, while Odoo’s powerful software transforms it into business growth. By joining forces, we empower customers to unlock value far beyond the sum of our individual parts.”
This partnership marks a pivotal step in redefining the digital landscape for Chinese enterprises. By fusing iData’s industry-leading hardware with Odoo’s sophisticated, scalable software ecosystem, the alliance delivers a powerful, end-to-end management vision.
Together, iData and Odoo are committed to empowering businesses across China with the tools necessary to achieve operational excellence and sustainable growth in a digital-first economy.
Odoo and iData teams celebrating the strategic alliance to empower digital transformation for enterprises in China
New Chapter for Integrated Management
Digital transformation is driven by seamless connectivity as much as the system itself.
Book a free one-on-one consultation with your dedicated business advisor at Odoo today to accelerate your digital journey, or join us in person at the Odoo Business Show at The Langham Xintiandi, Shanghai, on April 16, 2026.
About Odoo & iData
Odoo
Odoo is an all-in-one open-source enterprise management software featuring over 70 official apps and more than 66,000 third-party extensions. Its integrated modules span critical functions, including Accounting, Sales, Inventory, Manufacturing, HR, Marketing, and Productivity, delivering a seamless, one-stop digital management experience.
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iData
iData is a leading global provider of IoT hardware and AI+ solutions. Backed by 20+ years of experience and a fleet of 5 million+ active devices, iData specializes in PDAs, barcode scanners, and RFID readers. By embedding AI vision and intelligent algorithms, iData provides high-performance real-time processing and analysis, supporting mission-critical operations in logistics, manufacturing, and public services globally.
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