Category: ERP Selection

Implementing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is a transformative journey for any organization. While the promise of enhanced efficiency and improved operations is enticing, the process can also bring challenges, particularly in change management. Here’s a roadmap to successfully handle change management during an ERP implementation. 1. Start with Clear Communications Effective change management begins with transparent communication. Leaders should articulate the reasons behind the ERP implementation and its...

Implementing any new software into your company can be tough, especially when employees have years of doing business the old way.  The “we've always done things this way” mentality, can be a hurdle to an effective implementation of a new ERP system.  And has the potential to delay or possibly block improvements that new ERP software (like QAD) can bring for your company.  In order to have a successful implementation,...

We are often asked our opinion when clients have the option to become an early adopter of new functionality.  Being an early adopter can offer advantages. It allows you to influence and guide development such that it can be more tailored to your specific needs. This is especially important if the new software solves a problem that can’t wait. There can be a tremendous benefit to a long-term relationship with...

Why move your business to the cloud? Because it offers a multitude of benefits including cost savings, increased efficiency, and improved scalability. Below are 3 reasons to move your business to the cloud: Cost savings: One of the biggest benefits to move your business to the cloud is the potential for significant cost savings. With cloud computing, you only pay for what you use, rather than investing in expensive hardware...

QAD's Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) functionality enables users to connect ad hoc query tools to a practice database and access curating data. It also allows the ability to send commands to communicate with that database. Additionally, it can use Progress ODBC drivers to connect to private, third-party Windows-based applications that use structured query language (SQL) to obtain data. SQL is a standard database interface language used by many application packs,...

Is your business considering the acquisition of new software to resolve business concerns, enhance company offerings, or boost your position in the marketplace?  Far too often we find businesses making these decisions without fully understanding the requirements for the new solution, and without a methodology to select the best possible software for your specific organization. A robust process for the selection of new software systems is a must for any...

One of the medical industry’s greatest challenges during the pandemic was the production and distribution of medical supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE). Medical device and product companies were thoroughly unprepared. The closing of national borders, operations, plants, and enforcement of new restrictions led to hundreds of supply chain links breaking, causing shortages in medical supplies and prices to soar. This pandemic has revealed the fragility of global supply chains...

Logan Consulting will start a number of new ERP implementation projects in thee new year! For our new clients who do not have a well-defined SharePoint structure, Logan Consulting's SharePoint structure does an excellent job of supporting our ERP implementation projects. Logan Consulting utilizes Sharepoint extensively as part of our methodology, and it has become an integral tool to support our projects. In addition to the SharePoint lists for a...

Utilizing both 5G and IoT will soon be the global standard for optimizing your ERP solution. Now, you might be asking, what are 5G, IoT and how do they relate to my current ERP system? That’s easy, lets start off with some basic definitions of 5G and IoT.   What is 5G? – 5G is the 5th generation mobile network – the new global wireless standard. While there is not...

Users have been able to use personalization since Dynamics AX. Users in the past could add/hide various fields and columns that would make there work day more efficient. The issue would come from the inability to transfer that personalization from one user to another. Mass personalization removes that headache and provides the ability to apply a personalization to all users seamlessly. How it Works A user personalizes a screen to...