Category: QAD Business Process

When it comes to upgrading to any new ERP software it's important to ensure that it can do more than just get the job done. Sure, this is a crucial part of any ERP integration, however what's even more important is the user experience and how friendly the software is for your everyday projects. QAD realizes this, and with the development of their Adaptive ERP, QAD is reinventing the way...

At one point or another, you are bound to be faced with the task of changing your ERP software to best compete in the changing market around you. When it comes to any selection, it's important to streamline the search by focusing on the things that will make a difference. Below are some of our top questions to ask before any ERP upgrade to ensure a smooth transition. Does the...

ERP Talent Development & Training Is it challenging to help your internal resources develop the skills they need to be leaders in their job functions? Have you looked for external expertise with experience in your ERP applications, only to receive unqualified resume after unqualified resume? If these questions resonate with you, maybe it's time to refresh the acquisition and retention strategies you use for talent development. In this blog, we will...

QAD EE Upgrade Approaches Thinking about upgrade approaches for QAD EE? As most QAD users know, the upgrade to QAD’s Enterprise Applications Enterprise Edition (QAD EE) from older versions of QAD’s ERP software could be a significant undertaking. Prior upgrades over the last 20 years could largely be completed as technical exercises, assuming that few customizations and business processes change. The underlying technical architecture of QAD SE from one version...

In this blog, we will cover Go-Live metric definition and utilization during ERP implementation. The cutover to a new ERP system, or Go-Live, is often a difficult and stressful event for those involved. Because an ERP implementation involves change across the whole organization, it is a challenging transition that requires attention even before the process begins.  As the typical cutover weekend approaches and passes, teams often neglect the definition of...

Congratulations! You made the decision to upgrade to QAD EE!  You most likely have a date set for implementation and know which steps are needed going forward. What issues do you need to avoid? Here are the top 3 mistakes made when upgrading to QAD EE. 1. Neglecting the necessary (and sometimes unglamorous) step of cleaning master data Master data is no longer just an IT concern; it’s critical for...

When it comes to food and beverage, manufacturing can be tough. In addition to common manufacturing issues that arise, food and beverage items also raise additional concerns for manufacturers. A variety of ever-changing product lines and continuous adjustments to packaging and pricing causes a lack of uniformity. This lack of uniformity means that manufacturers must become supply chain and inventory experts. Add these concerns to the strict safety and environmental...

QAD’s Adaptive ERP 2021.1, the latest version of QAD’s next generation ERP solution, includes the Adaptive User Experience (UX) and the QAD Enterprise Platform. As organizations seek to boost business responsiveness and flexibility to address disruption, this latest release progresses our customers’ ability to advance the business intelligence, innovation and business agility required by today’s manufacturers. This blog will discuss the QAD Adaptive ERP highlights and additional enhancements to the...

Chart of Accounts (COA) Masking in QAD is a tool that allows businesses to limit the information that you can point to a Sub-Account, Cost Center, or Project, ensuring that account strings make sense and are free of unnecessary information. Overall, COA masking verifies Account combinations for transactions to ensure that the Sub-Account, Cost Center and/or Project combination is valid.  If the combination is not valid, an error will be...

QAD Automated Solutions (QAD AS) assists manufacturers in enhancing their material handling efficiency by automating and digitizing the collection of material and production data. Additionally, it helps them generate labels that conform to manufacturer, supplier, and customer formats. Manufacturing companies face the challenge of effectively managing their material handling and warehousing operations. Mistakes in material handling can be expensive as they may disrupt meeting customer demands for timely deliveries, accurate...