QAD’s annual global partner event, Teamwork 2025, held in Athens April 8-9, was an overwhelming success. Drawing a capacity crowd from 42 reseller, referral, implementation and solution partner companies, representing a...

Introduction: Navigating a Rapidly Changing Industry Food and beverage manufacturers face numerous challenges, including shifting consumer tastes, supply chain disruptions, and strict regulations. Traditional planning and scheduling methods often fall short, leading...

The Latest Trend in Baseball: the Torpedo Bat Consumer product trends and fads have always shaped consumer behavior. One moment, a product or idea rises rapidly in popularity, and the next, it...

Supply chain managers know volatility all too well, and while some thrive amidst the chaos, enterprise leaders want stable results, even during economic uncertainty. Few things bring boardrooms peace of mind...

The automotive supply chain is undergoing a seismic shift. Today's leaders must juggle a complex array of challenges, from integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and prioritizing sustainability to managing talent pipelines and...

Updated: April 09, 2025 Understanding Manufacturing Procurement Manufacturing procurement, sometimes referred to as purchasing, is the backbone of a company’s supply chain. It is responsible for acquiring raw materials, components, and essential services...

Manufacturers and distributors are highly susceptible to global trade disruptions, particularly tariff changes stemming from trade wars, geopolitical shifts, or regulatory updates. Tariff changes can significantly impact production costs, supplier relationships,...

Updated: April 4, 2025 Published: November 12, 2024 Tariffs have remained a key topic of discussion following the transition to the new U.S. executive administration. On April 2nd, the U.S. announced a tariff...

Supplier Management solutions have garnered significant recognition in the procurement industry for their innovative approach and substantial business benefits. QAD has been mentioned as one of the Representative Suite Solution Vendors...

The Trump administration’s recent tariffs on automotive imports from Mexico and Canada have injected significant uncertainty into North American supply chains. While a temporary exemption for USMCA-compliant vehicles offers short-term relief,...