Introducing the Sourcing Champion for Manufacturing
The RFQ process is one of the most critical stages in sourcing, but it is also one of the most operationally intensive.
At smaller volumes, this workflow may be manageable. As organisations...
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...
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...
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.,...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...