Category: ERP Selection

In the world of ERP, “go live” is often viewed as the finish line, but for all organizations, it’s only the beginning. As day-to-day operations unfold, gaps, inefficiencies, and lingering questions often surface. And while major system overhauls grab attention, it's often the smaller, targeted improvements that yield the most immediate results.  At Logan Consulting, we’ve seen firsthand how focused workshops and short-term initiatives can drive meaningful change, especially in...

As of January 1, 2025, Logan Consulting is proud to be an employee-owned firm. This milestone represents more than a structural change, it’s a reflection of who we are and how we serve our clients, particularly those we’ve partnered with through decades of QAD projects.  For over 30 years, Logan Consulting has worked closely with QAD and its user community to help manufacturers modernize systems, streamline operations, and drive meaningful...

As businesses continue their digital transformation, understanding and customizing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems like QAD is essential.  Understanding QAD Customization  QAD has evolved through multiple user interfaces, from the character-based CHUI to the .NET UI and now to the web-based AUX WebUI. With this transition, customization approaches have also shifted, offering new opportunities and challenges.  Customizations primarily occur during the design, development, validation, and testing phases. Key tasks include...

Logan Consulting’s high-level ERP cutover planning ensures a smooth Go-Live with detailed checklists, readiness tracking, and structured execution. Details  Cutover Planning for any ERP Go-Live event should start early in the project life cycle. Later in a project, the Project Team is often completely focused and immersed in completing the Development Phase of a project, including technical development, data conversion testing, and work instructions and moving into the Validation and...

In the rapidly evolving business landscape, ensuring your QAD team is adequately trained is a cornerstone of organizational success. ERP systems are the backbone of many manufacturers and distributors, streamlining operations and providing critical business insights. However, the true value of these systems can only be realized if your team is equipped with the knowledge and skills to utilize them effectively. In this blog, we will explore practical steps to...

The QAD Transform Americas Conference, held from November 4 to 6, 2024, at Chicago's Fairmont Millennium Park Hotel, brought together manufacturing and supply chain leaders from across the Americas. This event provided a platform for industry professionals to engage in thought leadership, networking, and education, focusing on the necessity of transformation in today's dynamic business environment. It was QAD’s first conference in the USA since the COVID-19 pandemic.     ...

ERP implementations are complex, involving substantial planning, resources, and coordination across departments. While every project has its challenges, certain signs indicate that an implementation might be headed off track. Recognizing these early can make a huge difference, saving your company time, money, and headaches. Here are the top five warning signs to watch for during an ERP project. 1. Missed Deadlines and Delays Missed deadlines are often one of the...

Acumatica Solutions stands out in the ERP space with its innovative pricing model that charges based on functionality rather than headcount, making it exceptionally scalable for growing businesses. Being completely cloud-based, it offers scalability and accessibility and reduces the IT burden. This allows organizations of all sizes, from growing startups to established businesses, to leverage their power without a large upfront investment. Understanding your company's needs for scalability is important...

EDI was developed in the 1960’s by Ed Guilbert as a form of electronic communication between shipment supply chains in the US Army. It is now looked at as more of a methodology, combining best practices, standards, processes, and technology to allow the flow of information between businesses. The information has been formatted into a set of different standards for both domestic and international use. The standards set the baseline...

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are designed to streamline and optimize business operations, integrating various functions such as finance, supply chain, human resources, and production into a cohesive system. One common approach to ERP implementation is using templated business processes (sometimes referred to as "Fit to Business"). These involve pre-built, industry-standard workflows that promise to fast-track implementation by relying on established best practices. While this approach can seem appealing due...