Vendon Odoo API Connect (Vendon.net)

Introducing Vendon Odoo API Connect: Smart Vending Management for Odoo 19.0

We’re thrilled to announce the release of our Vendon Odoo API Connect module — now available for Odoo 19.0! Developed by InfraNext, this powerful integration brings real-time vending machine telemetry, stock forecasting, and automation right inside your Odoo instance.

Why We Built It

Managing a fleet of vending machines can be a complex task. From tracking which machines are low on stock, to predicting what products will sell, to minimizing waste — there are many moving parts. We saw a gap in existing Odoo workflows and knew we could help simplify this by connecting Odoo with the Vendon IoT Telemetry Platform.

Vendon provides real-time data about sales, inventory, and machine status — but until now, bringing that data into Odoo for smart decision-making required manual work or custom scripts. With our module, all of that is automated, integrated, and optimized.

🔍 Key Features

Here’s what you get with Vendon Odoo API Connect:

1. Warehouse Setup for Vending Machines
   • Model each of your vending machines as separate “warehouses” in Odoo.
   • Track inventory per machine, enabling granular visibility and control.
2. Master Warehouse & Centralized Stock Control
   • Maintain a master warehouse for all your stock, making it simpler to replenish multiple vending machines.
   • Leverage Odoo’s native inventory management to move products between machines and the master warehouse.
3. Vendon Telemetry Integration
   • Connect directly to the Vendon IoT API to pull telemetry data into Odoo.
   • Real-time sync of sales, stock levels, and refill events.
   • Monitor machine health and performance seamlessly.
4. Forecasting & Demand Prediction
   • Use historical telemetry data to forecast demand.
   • Predict which machines need restocking and what SKUs are likely to move faster.
   • Make data-driven decisions to minimize under- or over-stocking.
5. Automated Purchase Orders
   • Define stock threshold rules, and let the system generate POs automatically when inventory is low.
   • Save time, reduce manual labor, and avoid stock-outs.
6. Inventory Cleanup
   • Automatically identify and remove expired, damaged, or duplicate items.
   • Clean up “private-use” stock that shouldn’t be counted in regular inventory.
   • Keep your data clean and your operations lean.

🛠 How It Works (Installation & Usage)

Here’s a quick guide to get you started:

1. Install the Module
   • Download Addon from this link: https://apps.odoo.com/apps/modules/19.0/vendon-odoo-api-connect
   • Update the Apps list, then install Vendon Odoo API Connect from the Odoo UI.
2. Configure Vending Machines
   • Use Odoo’s interface to define each vending machine as its own warehouse.
   • Set up your master warehouse for centralized stock.
3. Set Up API Credentials
   • In Telemetry Settings, enter your Vendon API credentials. This enables real-time data fetch.
4. Define Stock Rules
   • Configure minimum and maximum stock levels per machine.
   • Create rules for when automatic POs should be triggered.
5. Enable Forecasting
   • Use the historical telemetry data to build demand forecasts.
   • Adjust your restocking strategy based on predicted sales.
6. Run Cleanup Jobs
   • Automate inventory cleanup to remove invalid or stale items.
   • Schedule these as periodic tasks so your inventory stays accurate.

✅ Who Should Use It

This module is ideal for:

• Vending machine operators who want full visibility into their machines’ performance.
• Supply chain teams looking to optimize their inventory across distributed machines.
• Businesses that want to reduce wastage and improve restocking efficiency.
• Anyone using Vendon’s IoT platform and already running Odoo for their backend operations.

Why It Makes a Difference

• Efficiency: Automates repetitive tasks like PO creation and inventory cleanup.
• Accuracy: Real-time telemetry ensures you’re working with up-to-date data.
• Scalability: As your vending business grows, the module scales with you.
• Cost Savings: Reduce overstock, prevent stock-outs, and manage waste better.

💡 Future Roadmap

We’re just getting started. Here are a few things we’re looking to build in future versions:

• Advanced analytics and dashboards for sales, refills, and machine uptime.
• Integration with predictive maintenance to alert on machine faults.
• Support for other telemetry platforms (in addition to Vendon).
• More flexible rule engines for custom PO and forecasting logic.
• Webhooks for event-driven workflows (e.g., instant alerts on machine failures).

Try It Today

If you’re ready to take your vending operations to the next level, Vendon Odoo API Connect is now available on the Odoo Apps Store. It supports Odoo 19.0 and works with your Inventory, Manufacturing, Purchase, and other core apps.

Contact us for more details, documentation, and support.

Final Thoughts

In a business where visibility, timing, and data matter, bridging the gap between your vending machines and your ERP can unlock tremendous value. With Vendon Odoo API Connect, you won’t just react — you’ll anticipate.

Thanks for trusting InfraNext with your tech. We can’t wait to see how you use this module to optimize your vending network and stay ahead of demand.

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