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When Odoo Customization Solves the Wrong Problem
Customization is sometimes justified. But code often becomes a costly substitute for a missing policy, unclear responsibility or an undisciplined exception.
ANU / FIELD NOTECONFIGURATION
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Diagnose the request behind the request
A customization request often describes a symptom. Before estimating code, identify the decision, role or process rule the request is trying to protect.
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Use code for durable differentiation
Customize when a stable business requirement cannot be met reliably through configuration. Avoid encoding temporary workarounds that increase upgrade and support risk.
Operating question
Which decision, evidence or responsibility still exists outside the system?