QAD Implementation Methodology
QAD has worked with many thousands of customers on business software implementations. During that time, we have earned a reputation as leaders in rapid implementation that provide customers quicker time-to-benefit from our solutions.
Easy On-Boarding
QAD Easy On-Boarding (EOB) is for companies seeking an industry-specific solution at a low cost of ownership. The methodology offers a predefined project scope, predictable costs, and short implementation times. It enables companies to minimize their service and support costs and the burden on their IT staff. EOB provides customers a solution with built-in support for the best business practices in the industry, and a solution that can adapt and grow with requirements over time.
Easy On-Boarding utilizes industry-specific best practices to accelerate every aspect of how customers deploy our applications. By using our predefined software components of QAD Standard Edition the EOB program reduces complexity, eliminates risk, accelerates decision making, and enables the rapid implementation of a solution that best fits the company’s needs.
QAD Enterprise Applications, a world-class, fully integrated suite of software solutions, is designed to accommodate the needs of a new generation of software users. Customers can start small and grow as needed, adding solutions and users as it expands. Whether a company seeks to support new processes and business opportunities or to grow its business internationally with a single solution that supports multiple countries, languages, and currencies, QAD can help transform your company.
Key Benefits:
- Based on Industry best practices
- Fast implementation
- Faster realization of business benefits
- Low start-up costs
- Less resource intensive
- Less intrusive
- Reduce/eliminate customizations
- Reduce training time
- Standardized way of working
QAD has worked with thousands of customers on projects to implement business software solutions. We have earned a reputation as leaders in rapid implementation.
QAD Easy On-Boarding Steps
QAD has developed a set of simple guides and tools to make the process easy. QAD’s global support and consulting organization can engage at any time to keep the project on plan.
QAD Easy On-Boarding consists of four steps: Plan, Design, Implement and Manage.
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QAD Easy On-Boarding Phases
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Plan
Set the Schedule
The QAD services team can help determine a reasonable schedule that meets the company’s needs and resources.
Train the Project Team
QAD has developed a comprehensive suite of e-learning tools covering concepts and operational training on how to use every aspect of the software.
Develop Test Scenarios
Test scenarios are an excellent way to configure the software to meet the company’s own unique processes and form the basis of a training program for users.
Design
Finalize the Business Processes
Modify process maps to standardize all the company’s business processes based on test scenarios and link directly to quality checklists, and training guides.
Modify EDI Transactions, Standard Forms, Reports and User Screens
Edit standard EDI transactions for specific trading partners. Add logos or other information to forms that are specific to the company’s business. Adjust reports to meet specific needs and modify screens to allow users to work most effectively.
Run a Conference Room Pilot
Conduct a conference room pilot using test scenarios. The conference room pilot will give you confidence that the system will perform as required on the first day of implementation.
Implement
Train Users
Attach a predefined learning path to each user who connects to the QAD Self Learning Portal for their self-study education and training program.
Convert the Data
QAD provides a set of simple spreadsheet-like tools to upload data to the new system. The system validates data at time of upload to guard against any poor or incomplete data getting into the system.
Go Over the Final Checklist
Before any project is finished, review the check lists provided to ensure that every step is complete and tested.
Go Live
Go live, and then celebrate!
Manage
Monitor System Performance
Monitor system performance and make any adjustments necessary. QAD Support is on hand to provide assistance whenever needed.
Train New Users
New users will want to take advantage of QAD’s self-study programs to rapidly become as productive as possible.
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