Sunday, June 21, 2026
Innovation + Technology

Innovation + Technology

procurement, agentic AI, procurement champion

Introducing the Procurement Champion for Manufacturing

Most procurement teams today are consumed by manual work that is critical to operations, but adds little strategic value. Once a purchase order is placed, procurement shifts into a coordination role. Teams...
Agentic AI in manufacturing, Agentic AI ERP

What is Agentic AI in Manufacturing? A Practical Guide

For decades, manufacturers have relied on traditional Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to manage their operations. While these systems are excellent at storing data, they leave the heavy lifting of data...
Agentic AI, AI in manufacturing, Gartner

How Agentic AI is Turning ‘Systems of Record’ into ‘Systems of Action’ for Manufacturers

Manufacturing is in the middle of a once-in-a-generation reset. Tariffs, reshoring and legislation like the CHIPS and Science Act are restructuring supply chains and driving billions in new investment.  Across the U.S.,...
QAD Adaptive, Manufacturing, Shopfloor worker

Your Roadmap to QAD Adaptive: How the Champion Benchmark Guides Your Upgrade Journey

The manufacturing landscape is shifting beneath our feet. With nearly 40% of the U.S. manufacturing workforce over 55 and retirement looming for many of these experienced professionals, the industry faces a...
process intelligence

What is the difference between Business Intelligence, Data Mining and Process Mining?

What is the difference between Business Intelligence, Data Mining and Process Mining? In today's data-driven world, choosing the right tool to analyze your business data is crucial. Business Intelligence provides accessible data...
QAD EQMS, Quality management

QAD EQMS 2025.1: Compliance, Clarity, and the Power of AI

We are thrilled to announce the latest release of QAD EQMS v2025.1! This version is a significant step forward, offering transformative improvements that drive efficiency, ensure compliance, and introduce powerful capabilities...
Champion AI, Inventory Assist, Inventory management

Maximize Working Capital with QAD Champion AI – Inventory Assist

In today's dynamic market, optimizing your inventory isn't just about avoiding stockouts—it's about maximizing your working capital, boosting profitability, and rapidly adapting to change, all while ensuring optimal customer service. Traditional...
QAD Adaptive, 2025 Fall Product Launch, Champion AI

2025 Fall Product Launch: Key Enhancements

The world of manufacturing and supply chain management is changing fast — and QAD is driving that transformation forward. With the launch of its latest QAD Adaptive release, now enhanced with...
Systems of action, Adaptive ERP, Champion AI

Act Now or Fall Behind: A New Era for Manufacturing Begins with Systems of...

If you’ve ever walked the floor of a factory, you know there’s a heartbeat to it. The whir of machines, the rhythm of people — shift leaders, technicians, planners — all moving...
Adaptive ERP, Manufacturing

Why Adaptive ERP, Resilient Supply Chains and AI are Non-Negotiable for Manufacturers

The New Competitive Playbook As a leader in the ERP space for manufacturers, I spend my days talking to executives on the front lines of production, operations and technology. The consensus is...