Create Shipping Methods From Fleet

This feature enhances Odoo’s Fleet Management module by automatically generating a shipping method when a new fleet is created. It ensures seamless integration between fleet management and shipping operations, reducing the need for manual setup and improving operational consistency.

Key Functionality

1. Automatic Shipping Method Creation: When a new fleet record is added, a corresponding shipping method is automatically generated with pre-configured details.
2. Pre-filled Fleet Data: The shipping method will inherit key attributes from the fleet, such as:
   1. Fleet name as the shipping method name.
   2. Operational parameters like capacity, service type (FTL/LTL), and availability.
   3. Default pricing rules or configurations based on fleet attributes.
3. Sync with Delivery Orders: The newly created shipping method will be available in the Delivery Order workflow, allowing users to select the fleet for shipments.
4. Configuration Options: A setting in the Fleet module to enable or disable this automation as per business needs.

Business Impact

1. Reduces Manual Configuration: Eliminates the need for manual creation of shipping methods when adding new fleets, saving time and effort.
2. Ensures Operational Consistency: Keeps fleet and shipping data aligned, preventing misconfigurations and errors.
3. Improves Shipping Workflow Efficiency: Provides immediate access to newly added fleets in the shipping module, allowing smooth integration with logistics.
4. Enhances Data Accuracy: Reduces discrepancies between fleet records and available shipping options by automating the sync process.

Implementation Considerations

1. The system will trigger the creation of a shipping method only when a new fleet record is saved.
2. Default shipping method configurations can be pre-defined and adjusted in the settings.
3. Optionally, specific fleet types can be excluded from auto-creation based on business rules.

This feature ensures an efficient and automated link between fleet management and shipping, optimizing logistics operations in Odoo.