Launching an IT company soon: How bad (or good) is Odoo really?

Hi everyone,

I am currently in the final stages of launching my own IT services company. My plan is to use this ERP internally for my own processes and workflows, but also to offer implementation and consulting services to other businesses as an expert.

While researching, I have noticed a polarized pattern in this subreddit: posts seem to fall into two categories. Either people are absolutely thrilled with the software, or they think it is terrible. I am trying to get past the hype and the horror stories to understand the reality.

So, my question is straightforward: How bad is it really? Or conversely, how good is it? I am looking for a balanced perspective on the actual strengths and weaknesses you have encountered in production environments, specifically from the viewpoint of someone planning to build a business around it.

Thanks in advance for your honest insights.