Category: QAD Financials

Choosing new finance and accounting software is hard to do alone. Most teams juggle vendor demos, conflicting priorities, and limited time to compare options side by side. The Finance & Accounting Technology Expo puts the market in one room, and Logan Consulting will be there to help you make sense of it.  Visit our team at Booth 1232 to talk through your ERP and CRM questions with consultants who implement...

When planning next year's budget, companies need to account for both new capital spending and the depreciation expense those purchases will generate. When these numbers are tracked separately, it can be difficult to get a complete picture of future costs. QAD Adaptive ERP provides fixed asset depreciation schedules and general ledger (GL) budgeting tools that help finance teams forecast expenses and compare spending with the budget. Here's how to use...

Artificial intelligence is quickly changing how manufacturers approach ERP, automation, supply chain management, and everyday business processes. But understanding where AI can create measurable value is very different from simply hearing about its potential. From September 21–23, QAD | Redzone will bring the Champions of Manufacturing Conference to the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For the first time, the QAD Midwest User Group and other regional user groups will join the event,...

For many manufacturers, QAD becomes deeply embedded into daily operations. From production reporting and inventory transactions to purchasing, shipping, EDI, and financial close, QAD often serves as the operational backbone of the business. However, even well-implemented QAD environments can become less effective over time. As organizations grow, acquire new facilities, change supply chain models, introduce automation, or expand customer requirements, the processes originally designed during implementation may no longer align...

The Role of Internal Controls in QAD Finance Processes Strong internal controls are no longer optional. As organizations face increasing regulatory scrutiny, tighter audit requirements, and growing cybersecurity and fraud risks, having effective internal controls embedded into daily operations is essential. The right controls not only protect the business—but also improve accuracy, accountability, and confidence across the organization.  Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems play a critical role in enforcing internal...

Linked-Site Costing Rules  For manufacturers and distributors operating across multiple sites, maintaining accurate and consistent item costs can quickly become complex. This is where Linked-Site Costing in QAD becomes a powerful tool.   At its core, Linked-Site costing allows you to share item cost data across multiple sites within the same domain. Instead of maintaining separate cost records for each site, you can designate one site as the GL Cost Source Site and link other sites to it. This ensures consistency, reduces maintenance effort, and minimizes...

The Misdiagnosis: Blaming the Engine Instead of the Inputs A common frustration is when MRP output doesn’t match reality. This can show up as shortages on the floor, excess inventory in the warehouse, constant rescheduling and immediate reaction is often to blame the planning engine. Organizations assume the logic is flawed, outdated, or incapable of handling real-world complexity. In practice, MRP is doing exactly what it was designed to do:...

In manufacturing, the plan always looks clean on paper. Demand forecasts align neatly with capacity. Lead times behave as expected. Inventory levels stay within target. Then reality intervenes. A supplier misses a shipment. A machine goes down. A customer changes an order. Production falls behind. The gap between what was planned and what actually happens is the execution gap, and it is one of the biggest operational challenges manufacturers face....

How Small Process Changes Create Big ERP Wins (and Protect EBITDA) When manufacturers talk about improving ERP performance, the conversation often jumps straight to system replacements, large upgrades, or new modules. While those initiatives can deliver value, many of the biggest operational improvements actually come from small adjustments to how teams use their existing ERP system every day. For companies running QAD incremental process improvements can significantly enhance operational performance,...

Selecting a QAD implementation partner is one of the most important decisions organizations make during an ERP transformation. While many firms highlight certifications, team size, or global reach, these metrics alone do not necessarily translate into a successful implementation. Companies evaluating partners should look deeper, focusing on practical experience, proven methodologies, and the ability to support long-term operational success. Certifications Are the Starting Point, Not the Outcome While certifications demonstrate...