--- description: Review of QAD Adaptive ERP Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: QAD Adaptive ERP | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice AU --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Electronics Manufacturing Software](/directory/333/electronics-manufacturing-software/software) > [QAD Adaptive ERP](/software/7318/qad-erp) # QAD Adaptive ERP Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/7318/qad-erp Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/7318/qad-erp?page=2) > QAD Adaptive ERP is a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution designed specifically for manufacturers. It offers supply chain capabilities that can be easily deployed, scaled, and extended without compromising reliability. QAD Adaptive ERP allows resources to be directed towards strategic initiatives, regardless of the countries and languages in which an organization operates. QAD Adaptive ERP has provided manufacturers with cloud ERP solutions for nearly two decades. To ensure rapid deployment, scalability, availability, and security, users may opt for the QAD Cloud or one of QAD's certified partner clouds. Operating QAD Adaptive ERP in the cloud enables manufacturers to leverage 24x7 support in multiple languages and benefit from regionally focused cloud ERP services, allowing them to focus on strategic initiatives. QAD Adaptive ERP simplifies enterprise resource planning by providing anytime, anywhere access for users via any internet-connected device. By eliminating the need for customers to invest in and maintain complex infrastructure, and keeping up with software updates, cloud-based ERPs like QAD Adaptive ERP enable quick implementation and user expansion for manufacturers, adding new users and sites effortlessly. QAD Adaptive ERP offers a flexible, dependable, and low-risk cloud ERP solution. The solution comes equipped with out-of-the-box features and the capability to adapt to changes in the manufacturing landscape. Whether it's rapid implementation, upgrade flexibility, or integration with other applications from QAD's Adaptive Applications portfolio, QAD Adaptive ERP delivers comprehensive support globally and across different time zones. Manufacturers can gauge their organization's adaptability with the help of QAD's Adaptive Enterprise Maturity Model. Through this diagnostic tool, companies can assess their readiness to navigate change effectively. QAD Adaptive ERP also includes a robust Information Security Management System (ISMS), proactive penetration testing, threat detection, and adherence to key certifications and best practices. By implementing rigorous security measures, QAD ensures that manufacturers can operate their ERP systems securely without compromising on data integrity, availability, and confidentiality. > > Verdict: Rated **3.7/5** by 19 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **3.7/5** | 19 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 3.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 3.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 3.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 3.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 60% | (6/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: QAD - **Location**: Santa Barbara, US - **Founded**: 1985 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing Details**: Contact QAD directly for pricing information. - **Target Audience**: 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Chinese, Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway and 13 more ## Features - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Accounting - Accounting Integration - Activity Dashboard - Alerts/Notifications - Approval Process Control - Audit Management - Audit Trail - Barcode/Label Management - Barcode/Ticket Scanning - Bill of Materials - Billing & Invoicing - Bills of Material - CRM - Calibration Management - Capacity Planning - Change Management - Communications Management - Complaint Management ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Electronics Manufacturing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/333/electronics-manufacturing-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Electronics Manufacturing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/333/electronics-manufacturing-software/software) - [Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4083/aps/software) - [Quality Management Systems](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/420/quality-management-software/software) - [Manufacturing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/4704/manufacturing/software) - [Web-based ERP Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/directory/386/web-based-erp-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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This information allows me to staff appropriately by making sure I have people in place where they are needed. ----- ### "If you are manufacturing you can do it even better with QAD\!" — 5.0/5 > **Jarosław** | *21 July 2017* | Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: ERP from QAD (in the past MFG/Pro) is providing great MRP functionality for more than 20 years now. Today this strong MRP is supported, surrounded and integrated with all key modern ERP features and functionalities. It will do its best to support you production processes but will be as well great tool to help you in finance/accounting and logistics. > > **Cons**: If you would like to imagine an ERP software which can support every business in every process, it does not exist (yet?). QAD is for manufacturers and some distribution companies of right size (medium and big). For some processed maybe you will find even better support with external applications (like Advanced Production Planning, Product Life Management, Shop Floor Control). Theirs functionality will be integrated to QAD and you can decide what you really need. > > QAD is the software which needs to be considered seriously when its about manufacturing. ----- ### "In two words: Stay away\!" — 1.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *4 March 2020* | Medical Devices | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10 > > **Pros**: I can't think of anything. Sorry. QAD failed in every criteria: value, technology, User Interface, feature list... > > **Cons**: Nothing is trivial or intuitive. A lot of room for confusion. Lacks basic functions such as consignment RMA (It is handled as a negative quantity sale) Some basic features are considered add-ons and require additional annual licensing fee. The program looks and feels like it came with a time machine from 1985. The screens are based on a 80 character by 20 line display and you will be hitting Next, Next, Next buttons constantly because of that. Sometimes you have to 'Back' a few times as part of the normal operation procedure. Some field sizes are 8 character (username) or 24 character (product description) because, I suspect, the program was developed around the year 1980. Some functions (For example importing a report design), will cause the system to hang forever and require a restart. Error message look like this: "Error: 90101" - And good luck to you figuring it out. > > I am guessing that QAD was developed by 1000 developers with 1 week experience each and no architect whatsoever. What qualifies me to say that? 1. I have been a software architect/developer/integrator since 1983. (\!) 2. I have experience with other ERP systems, accounting software, warehouse management, and manufacturing software. 3. I never wrote a review on any product or software but in this case I feel it is my duty to warn people. If you are in the market for ERP, this is not one you should consider. 4. If someone from QAD would bother to ask me, I can back up with evidence and unresolved support tickets, these claims and many other issues users are facing. ----- ### "My experience with QAD has been positive. While it is not visually appealing, it gets the job done." — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *10 July 2018* | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is a no nonsense software that can be edited to run the exact reports you are looking for. Once trained it is very easy to use. It also runs very fast. We use it to ship our customer orders so if the software stops, the money stops, and it has been very dependable for the last few years. > > **Cons**: It's not pretty, sometimes the screen can look a little busy when you're only using one field. There are no indications when you have reached the end of your flow through so when you are training it can be difficult to know when you've completed your task. > > Simple, quick, and easy to train new employees. It has made moving inventory very easy. ----- ### "QAD ERP" — 4.0/5 > **Stevenus** | *19 November 2018* | Medical Devices | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10 > > **Pros**: easy to search for functions, you can just type what you want to use on the search bar and it gives you some options > > **Cons**: You would have to call them for just adding a simple function and you know when you give them a call it will cost you a lot of money. ----- Page: 1 / 2\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/7318/qad-erp?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.com.au/software/7318/qad-erp) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data