Category: QAD Business Process

In today’s fast paced world, procurement in manufacturing and distribution has to be efficient.  Many companies, however, still rely on paper forms, email chains and spreadsheets.  While that might still work in our modern world, it comes with some serious downsides.  QAD’s Global Requisition System (GRS), when used with the new AUX WebUI, offers a better way.  You get an automated digital workflow that matches how your business operates.  Here...

We consistently have heard from our clients who are in the midst of a transformational ERP or Business Process project is their biggest challenge isn’t always the technology—it’s people. More specifically, it’s helping experienced, skilled, and sometimes skeptical ERP users adopt new best practices and modernized processes. Many of the individuals driving day-to-day operations in manufacturing organizations have spent years, sometimes decades, perfecting their methods. So, when an ERP project...

At a recent global partner network meeting held in Athens, Greece, QAD unveiled a major shift in its product strategy. The announcement came directly from newly appointed CEO Sanjay Brahmawar, who confirmed that QAD will pause its previously communicated plans to transition to the O3 platform. Instead, the company will prioritize a new initiative known as “Operation Bug Kill,” with an intensified focus on perfecting its Adaptive UX (AUX).  Rather...

In any business, returns are inevitable—whether due to defects, customer dissatisfaction, or order errors. Managing these returns efficiently can make a significant difference in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. That’s where the RMA (Return Material Authorization) process in QAD comes into play.  What is an RMA?  RMA (Return Material Authorization) is a formal process used to manage the return of products from customers. It ensures that returns are tracked, validated,...

The QAD Midwest User Group recently held its annual Spring Conference in Cleveland, Ohio, amid a time of considerable change at QAD. For those unable to attend, the event provided meaningful insights into QAD’s current direction—and the mindset of its most experienced customers. Since the last Fall Conference in Grand Rapids, QAD has seen significant executive and strategic shifts. Over the past month, the company has replaced its CEO and...

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...

QAD West Coast User Group Spring 2025 Conference April 13-15, The Hilton Garden Inn, Carlsbad Beach, CA. This year, the QAD West Coast User Group (WECUG) Spring Conference 2025 will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn, Carlsbad Beach, California. Logan Consulting Speaker Sessions at WECUG TRACK# 1 - Implementation & Upgrade Success Strategies Date: Tuesday, April 15 Time: 11:30AM - 12:30PM Speaker: David Kwo – Logan Consulting QAD implementations or...

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...

The Customer Activity Dashboard in QAD AUX is a one stop shop for reviewing customer balances, invoices, and payments across entities. At a glance, the Dashboard also gives users the ability to review credit limits, open sales order amounts, and total exposure across entities. This is a powerful tool that can be used to avoid navigating through many screens to get the same information.    Here are some key features...

As a QAD ERP client, you understand the importance of staying ahead in an ever-evolving manufacturing landscape. While the transition to O3 will eventually bring significant advancements, there are several strategic actions you can take now to maximize your current QAD ERP system and ensure a smooth transition when the new version becomes available. Here are the best steps you can take while waiting: Optimize Your Current QAD ERP System...