Thursday, October 22, 2026
Manufacturing Trends

Manufacturing Trends

Pragmatic AI, Duck, Bar

A Manufacturing Executive, a Duck and Generative AI are Sitting at a Bar…

The Classic Humorous Storytelling Premise As a person that loves a good laugh, I started this blog by asking ChatGPT for original jokes about AI. I was more than underwhelmed by the...
Enterprise adaptability, ERP O³

The Hidden Pillar of Customer-Centricity: Enterprise Adaptability

B2B and B2C manufacturers have different approaches to improving customer satisfaction, sales volumes and, ultimately, their own profitability. But one element is common across selling to businesses and consumers: their ability...
e-invoicing, Spain VAT compliance

Latest Updates on Spain’s e-Invoicing Mandate

For QAD customers seeking to stay compliant with the latest CTC and eDocument regulations in their respective regions, here’s an insight into the changes to Spain’s introduction of the e-invoicing mandate. Update...
Cybersecurity, Air gap, Digital transformation

Time to Say Goodbye to the “Air Gap”, a Manufacturing Digital Dinosaur

In the era of digitalization, technology that was once groundbreaking can quickly become outdated. Floppy disks, fax machines, and dial-up internet are just a few of the digital dinosaurs we’ve eagerly...
QAD EQMS, Quality management, Workers

QAD EQMS V2024.1: A Leap in Quality Management

This fall, QAD EQMS takes a major leap forward with the release of v2024.1. QAD EQMS already has world-class capabilities to improve your bottom-line by reducing costs of quality. This latest...
QAD Adaptive ERP, YASH, Workers

QAD Adaptive ERP: Navigating the Intricacies of Manufacturing & Supply Chain Transformation

Manufacturing Leaders are well aware of (and even frustrated or perhaps used to) the constantly changing business landscape. New changes pop up daily, and new opportunities appear cloaked in complexities. More...
Risk management in manufacturing, Risk management, Manufacturing

Keys to Mastering Risk Management in Manufacturing

Imagine stepping onto the factory floor, not to the usual hum of machinery, but to a chorus of alarms, news of a key supplier's financial collapse, and news of a cyberattack...

New AIAG Course Offering: MMOG/LE Phase 2 Workshop

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is expanding its training portfolio with a new one-day workshop designed to enhance supply chain management practices: the MMOG/LE Phase 2 Workshop. This course, developed...
Life Sciences Manufacturing, Adaptive ERP, ERP

QAD Adaptive ERP: 3 Key Strengths for Life Sciences Manufacturers

Routine Challenges in Life Sciences Manufacturing Imagine if there was a tool available to manage the highly complex environment in which life sciences manufacturers navigate daily. How is it possible to master tight...
ERP Implementation, ERP, Automotive Manufacturing

Top 3 Considerations for a Successful Automotive ERP Implementation

In the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, staying ahead requires more than just innovation on the production line. It demands a strategic approach to technology integration, particularly when it comes to...