Category: QAD Manufacturing

Performing a fiscal year end close can present its challenges. This includes facing time constraints, validating that all transactions are recorded properly, coordinating across departments to obtain all required information, preparing for audits, and complying with any regulatory or tax requirements.  However, closing the fiscal year in your ERP system does not need to be complicated. QAD makes closing the year straightforward and provides the necessary tools and reports for...

Logan Consulting has been a QAD alliances partner for over 30 years, but is not a reseller. A distinction must be made between the two when choosing a partner. A reseller in many instances is tied to the software publisher, not only in a partnership, but also in a quota driven model. An alliance partner has no such quota and it has allowed us to align more strategically with the...

Summary Sparks Belting Company, A JSJ Business, completed a successful implementation of QAD’s Adaptive ERP and the AUX interface with Logan Consulting providing business process, project management, and QAD functional and technical expertise. This project was completed significantly under budget and one month earlier than originally planned.   The Client Sparks Belting is a Grand Rapids, MI based organization that manufactures, fabricates, distributes, and installs conveyor belting, modular plastic belting,...

This is the first in a series of four blogs about customizing business objects in AUX. This first blog provides information about adjusting views in AUX. QAD’s Adaptive UX has many ways for companies and users to personalize their experience. AUX allows companies and users to create their own views of screens to prioritize information that they are often referencing. These views allow for rearranging column order, and filtering on...

Upgrading to the latest QAD version is an exciting milestone for any company. The new QAD features promise to make everyday tasks easier and more efficient, with an intuitive interface and real-time analytics that provide valuable insights at a glance, allowing teams to focus on driving innovation and growth. This upgrade is more than just a software update; it's a step towards a more streamlined, dynamic, and competitive business landscape....

Summary QAD provides out-of-the box functionality to manage Customer Consignment inventory that integrates all aspects of the process including shipping, tracking consigned inventory, usage reporting, and deferred billing until usage. This blog discusses the setups of the Customer Consignment module and subsequent transaction processing. Customer Consignment Setups The following setup is required when using the Customer Consignment Module: 1. Enable the module in the Inventory section of the Base Control...

Summary QAD provides out-of-the-box functionality to manage Supplier Consignment inventory that integrates all aspects of the process including Purchase Orders, receiving, tracking consigned inventory, usage reporting, and deferred voucher and payment until usage. Supplier Consignment Setups The following setup is required when using the Supplier Consignment module: 1. Enable the module in the Inventory section of the Base Control function. 2. For each Supplier and Item combination that is under...

Efficient supply chain management is crucial for businesses seeking to stay competitive in today's dynamic market. Companies across all industries are constantly searching for tools and solutions that can optimize their supply chain processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall efficiency. One such solution gaining prominence is QAD, a leading provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. In this blog, we will explore how QAD's offerings can streamline supply chain management...

The Southeastern User Group Conference(SEUG) wrapped up in this October, leaving attendees with valuable insights and fresh perspectives. In this blog, Logan Consulting highlights some key takeaways from the event. Let’s dive in together! Exploring Innovations and Networking at the QAD Southeast User Group Introduction In today’s dynamic business environment, staying updated on the latest ERP trends is essential for industry professionals. The recent QAD Southeast User Group Conference (“SEUG”)...

QAD provides a comprehensive suite of tools to manage distribution processes within an organization, offering solutions for Sales Orders (SO) Shipping, Distribution Orders (DOs), Enterprise Material Transfers (EMTs), and Inter-site Inventory Transfers. In this blog, we discuss each distribution style and how they can help with logistics and operations. Sales Orders (SOs) Sales Orders facilitate the process of fulfilling customer requests by streamlining order creation, tracking, and shipment. One significant...