Introduction to QAD 2010 for Systems Personnel Training Course

Introduction to QAD 2010

• Overview of the QAD Enterprise Applications suite.
• Navigation through the user interface, menus, and key areas.
• Understanding underlying data structures and lookup functionalities.

Quality Management Module

• Overview of quality control processes and regulatory compliance.
• Tracking non-conformances and managing corrective actions.
• Interfacing with production schedules and supplier management.

Finance Module

• Structure of financial components (General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable).
• Understanding transaction flows and posting logic.
• Utilizing basic reporting features and reconciliation tools.

Materials Management

• Fundamentals of inventory control and warehouse operations.
• The process of purchasing and requisitions.
• An introduction to material planning and MRP.

Systems Administration Overview

• Core concepts in security management and user administration.
• Configuring menus and program settings.
• Functions related to system monitoring, printing, and job execution.

Cross-Functional Integration

• How data flows between distinct modules.
• Illustrating interdependencies, such as those between materials and finance.
• The role of systems staff in facilitating cross-departmental tasks.

Support, Troubleshooting, and Documentation

• Addressing common user issues and resolution strategies.
• Leveraging QAD help resources and support documentation.
• Best practices for maintaining system documentation and applying updates.

Conclusion and Future Directions