Metrics that Matter: Asset Utilization
To ensure the best possible ROI, it’s important to ensure that fixed assets are used productively as much as possible. High utilization is especially important for asset-intensive industries, though companies should...
The Behavioral Economics Reasons for Moving to the Cloud
Behavioral economics combines the study of psychology with the analysis of the decision-making behind an economic outcome, such as the factors that play a role in a consumer’s decision to buy...
Doing Business in France
France, formally known as the French Republic, is a leader among European nations and the entire world, with memberships in the United Nations Security Council, NATO, the G-7, the G-20 and...
The QAD Explore 2019 Agenda has Arrived
Every year, manufacturing industry leaders, subject matter experts and QAD customers gather for a week of learning, networking, training and of course, some good ole fun. QAD Explore, a four-day customer...
Mitigating Life Sciences Trade Compliance Risks
For the heavily regulated life sciences industry, export compliance is critical. There are exacting regulations when you ship hazardous materials, scheduled medicines or biological matter. Non-compliance can result in delayed shipments,...
Automotive Supplier Mega Mergers are on the Rise – Here’s Why
The current climate of the automotive supply industry is inspiring companies to initiate strategic, groundbreaking mergers and consolidations in order to get ahead.
Emerging trends like electrification are disrupting the automotive industry...
The Impact of Six Sigma in the Automotive Industry
By producing results that collectively rely on a multitude of interconnected complex manufacturing processes, automobile manufacturers are in arguably one of the best candidates to implement and subsequently study the efficacy...
Metrics that Matter: Financial Compliance
Financial compliance must ensure that all accounting transactions meet the requirements of the locally applicable Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Transactions must also be accurately...
Bridging Physical and Virtual Worlds with Digital Twins
Digital twin technology, which refers to the creation of a digital replica of a physical asset, has evolved. The concept is not a new one, but with advances in technology, digital...
Five Easy Steps to Calculate the ROI for Quality Management Software
How to Guide for Calculating ROI on Quality Management Software
Return on Investment (ROI) is a common metric used in finance today for evaluating, approving, and measuring the success of investments or...