Why Maplehorn Exists
We started Maplehorn Consulting because we saw the same story play out over and over again — talented manufacturers and distributors across Canada being held back by outdated systems, disconnected tools, and software that was never designed for how they actually work.
Production schedules lived on whiteboards. Inventory counts were done on clipboards. BOMs were buried in Excel files nobody could find. And when something went wrong — a recall, a stockout, a missed shipment — everyone scrambled because there was no single source of truth.
We knew there was a better way. Odoo ERP had the power to unify everything — manufacturing, warehouse, sales, purchasing, accounting — into one intelligent system. But most companies implementing Odoo didn't understand manufacturing. They were generalists. Copy-paste consultants.
So we built a consulting firm that lives and breathes manufacturing and warehouse operations. That's all we do. And we do it better than anyone in Canada.
Why Companies Choose Maplehorn Over Everyone Else
Manufacturing-First Mindset
We don't do e-commerce sites or POS systems. We live on factory floors and in warehouses. Manufacturing and distribution IS our entire business. That focus makes us the best at what we do.
We Learn Your Operation First
Before we touch a single setting in Odoo, we spend days understanding your production flow, warehouse layout, pain points, and goals. We configure Odoo around YOUR processes — never the other way around.
Real Partnership, Not Ticket Queues
You won't be bounced between departments or stuck waiting for offshore teams. You work directly with senior consultants who know your business by name. When you call, a real expert answers.
Results You Can Measure
We don't measure success by going live. We measure it by what happens AFTER — production throughput, inventory accuracy, cost reduction, delivery speed. Our clients see ROI within the first quarter.
Bulletproof Implementations
Every implementation includes comprehensive testing, data validation, user training, and a go-live support period. We don't hand you a system and disappear. 98% client retention proves it.
Canadian. Local. Accountable.
We're not a faceless global firm. We're Canadian, we understand Canadian business regulations, tax structures, and compliance needs. And we're in your timezone when things need to get done.
Modules We've Mastered
We don't dabble. We go deep. Here's where we've built unmatched expertise.
Manufacturing
BOMs · Work Orders · Routing · Shop Floor
Inventory
WMS · Barcode · Lots · Replenishment
Quality
QC Points · Alerts · Compliance
Maintenance
Preventive · Corrective · Scheduling
Accounting
Costing · AP/AR · Tax · Reporting
Sales
Quotations · Orders · Forecasting
Purchase
RFQs · Vendors · Agreements
HR & Payroll
Employees · Attendance · Payroll
Zohaib Akhtar
Founder & Functional Consultant
Zohaib founded Maplehorn Consulting with a singular vision — to become Canada's most trusted name in manufacturing and warehouse technology.
With deep expertise spanning Odoo ERP, manufacturing operations, inventory management, and business process automation, Zohaib personally leads every engagement with a hands-on, floor-first approach.
His philosophy is simple: understand the operation before touching the software. That approach has delivered 5+ successful implementations and a 98% client retention rate.
Our Core Values
Obsessive Quality
Good enough isn't good enough. Every BOM, every workflow, every automation — we test it, break it, and perfect it before it touches your production floor.
Radical Transparency
No hidden fees, no scope creep surprises, no vague timelines. You'll always know exactly where your project stands, what it costs, and what comes next.
True Partnership
We succeed when you succeed. That's why we stay long after go-live — optimizing, training, and scaling your system as your business grows.
Speed Without Sacrifice
We move fast because downtime costs you money. But we never cut corners. Rapid doesn't mean reckless — it means disciplined and efficient.
Knowledge Transfer
Our goal is to make you independent — not dependent on us. We train your team to own the system, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Canadian Pride
We're proud to support Canadian manufacturers and distributors. When Canadian businesses thrive, Canada thrives. That's our motivation every single day.