The Challenge
Managing a large number of product attributes manually in Odoo can be time-consuming and prone to errors. For Parnells, one of Europe’s leading suppliers of tyres and car parts, this challenge was impacting efficiency across their multi-channel operations.
As a long-term Numla client, Parnells relies on Odoo for sales, manufacturing, POS, eCommerce, and marketplace integrations (including ChannelEngine, Amazon, and eBay). To enhance their data management workflow, our team developed a smart, automated feature: Import Product Attributes by CSV/Excel, designed to make bulk product data import faster, simpler, and error-free.
Feature Overview
Odoo’s default product attribute import process often struggles with large datasets. It’s slow, not user-friendly, and vulnerable to duplication or data mismatches.
Parnells needed a better way to:
- Import large sets of product attributes and values quickly.
- Avoid duplication and human errors.
- Simplify the overall process for their internal users.
After a detailed review of their data structure and workflow, Numla designed and deployed a customised Odoo import feature that automates this entire process. The result is a seamless, high-performance solution that saves time, reduces manual effort, and ensures clean data every time.
Implementation Approach
Our implementation approach followed Numla’s standard best practices for Odoo customisation:
Requirement Analysis
We analysed Parnells’ product data structure, file formats, and attribute hierarchy.
Design & Planning
We created a tailored import logic that could handle large data volumes while ensuring validation and error handling.
Development & Deployment
Our developers built, tested, and deployed the module in Parnells’ live Odoo environment with Parnells’ approval, ensuring full compatibility with existing modules and integrations.
This structured process ensured the solution was not just technically sound but also practical and scalable for long-term use.
How to Use the Feature
Using this feature is simple and user-friendly:
1. Go to Sales App → Configuration → Product Section → Import Product Attributes. Click to open the import wizard.
2. Select your file type (CSV or Excel), upload your file, and review the provided instructions on required headers and formatting.
3. Click Import to start the process. Odoo will validate your data, flag any issues, and display helpful error messages if corrections are needed.
Optionally, you can download ready-made templates: Sample XLSX or Sample CSV for easy formatting.
Once imported, simply navigate to Sales → Configuration → Product Section → Attributes and Attribute Values to view the new entries.
Business Impact
The new Import Product Attributes by CSV/Excel feature delivers a measurable difference for Parnells’ data operations.
- Faster Imports – Thousands of records imported in seconds.
- Zero Duplication – Built-in checks ensure data consistency.
- Error-Free Data – Validation logic prevents incorrect entries.
- Huge Time Savings – Teams spend less time on repetitive manual tasks.
- Improved Accuracy – Clean and reliable data enhances marketplace performance.
By automating bulk imports, Parnells improved operational speed, reduced manual workload, and enhanced data accuracy, directly strengthening their Odoo-driven workflows and multi-channel efficiency.