## AUTOMOTIVE ERP

From OEMs to Tier 1 suppliers to aftermarket leaders, automotive companies run on precision and speed. With connected systems, empowered teams, and a system of action that keeps everything moving, QAD makes sure you stay ahead.

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### Shop floor efficiency

+26.4%

Inventory carrying costs

-8%

Cloud performance

+48%

### Connected platform

1

## Solutions for Every Segment

Different operational models. One platform built for speed, visibility, and control.

**OEMs**  
Scale new programs with more controls  
Support EV programs, production complexity, and supplier coordination without losing agility.
  
- Program visibility  
- Cross-functional planning  
- Execution control

[OEM solution](/content/industries/automotive/oems/index.html)

**Tier 1 Suppliers**  
Protect margins while improving responsiveness  
Improve production coordination, cost control, & supplier responsiveness in a volatile environment.
  
- Schedule responsiveness  
- Supplier coordination  
- Plant visibility

[supplier solution](/content/industries/automotive/tiered-suppliers/index.html)

**Aftermarket**  
Align inventory, demand, and service levels  
Improve fulfillment, optimize inventory, and respond faster to changing demand patterns.
  
- Inventory accuracy  
- Demand planning  
- Service performance

[aftermarket solution](/content/industries/automotive/aftermarket/index.html)

## Driving Global Alignment at Scale

When complexity across plants and systems slowed visibility and decision-making, Tenneco partnered with QAD to bring operations into sync, standardizing processes, improving insight, and creating a more connected, responsive enterprise.

- Standardized global operations across multiple business units and regions  
- Improved visibility into inventory, production, and financial performance  
- Faster, more informed decision-making through unified data and reporting  
- Reduced operational complexity by consolidating disparate systems  
- Stronger foundation for continuous improvement and future scalability

[SEE FULL CUSTOMER STORY](/content/case-studies/tenneco/index.html)

### Why Change Now

Automotive Isn’t Slowing Down. Neither Can You.

- Supply chains are more fragile.  
- Product cycles are shorter.  
- Customer expectations are higher.

You need a system of action that can do more than keep up.

Inconstant Supply Means Constant Disruption:

- Limited visibility into supplier status
- Late signals that ripple across production
- Increased reliance on manual coordination

Faster Cycles, Less Room for Error:

- Planning cycles that can't keep up with demand shifts
- Production schedules constantly being reworked
- Teams stuck reacting instead of optimizing

Complexity That Blurs Clarity:

- Multiple disconnected systems across plants
- Inconsistent data leading to conflicting decisions
- No unified view of operations at scale

### Outcomes That Move Your Business

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- Improve Shop Floor Productivity
- Reduce Inventory Carrying Costs
- Minimize Stockouts and Lost Revenue
- Reduce Overtime and Labor Costs
- Reduce Downtime and Production Risk
- Improve Product Quality and Reduce Rework

## Designed For How You Actually Operate

Here’s how we make speed and visibility work for you:

**Manufacturing & Production Management**  
- Plan production with dynamic scheduling  
- Manage multi-level bills of materials  
- Execute shop floor operations in real time  
- Optimize material requirements with MRP  
- Track production output and performance instantly

**Quality & Traceability**  
- Track materials with full lot genealogy  
- Manage inspections and quality control workflows  
- Capture defects and corrective actions centrally  
- Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards  
- Enable traceability across entire production lifecycle

**Financials**  
- Manage general ledger and financial reporting  
- Track costs across products and operations  
- Handle multi-currency and global accounting needs  
- Automate accounts payable and receivable processes  
- Align financials with real-time operational data

**Inventory & Warehouse Management**  
- Track inventory levels across multiple locations  
- Enable barcode scanning for accurate stock control  
- Optimize warehouse storage and picking workflows  
- Manage material movements and replenishment efficiently  
- Reduce stock discrepancies with real-time visibility

## Three Solutions. One System of Action.

**Adaptive ERP**  
A flexible, cloud-based ERP designed for manufacturing—built to adapt as your business changes.

[LAdaptive ERP](/content/solutions/adaptive-erp/index.html)

**Connected Workforce**  
Empower frontline teams with real-time visibility, communication, and performance tools.

[LConnected Workforce](https://rzsoftware.com/)

**ChampionAI**  
An agentic layer for manufacturing that deploys role-based agents to coordinate work, automate execution, and drive faster decisions.

[LChampionAI](/content/champion-ai/index.html)

## Ready for What’s Next in Automotive?

The shift to electric vehicles is changing everything, from supply chains to production models to product complexity. QAD is built for that shift.

[EXPLORE EV INSIGHTS](/content/industries/automotive#/index.html)

### Frequently Asked Questions

**Does QAD support Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliers?**  
Yes. QAD supports Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 suppliers with planning, scheduling, quality, supplier collaboration, and compliance capabilities.

**Can QAD integrate with OEM EDI requirements?**  
Yes. QAD supports automotive EDI standards and helps manufacturers exchange forecasts, releases, ASNs, and invoices with OEM customers.

**How does QAD help automotive manufacturers improve supply chain resilience?**  
QAD provides supply chain visibility, demand planning, supplier collaboration, inventory optimization, and disruption management tools that help manufacturers respond quickly to changing market conditions.

**Does QAD support automotive quality management?**  
Yes. QAD includes quality processes for inspections, non-conformance management, traceability, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance.

**Is QAD suitable for global automotive operations?**  
Yes. QAD supports multi-site, multi-country, and multi-language operations used by automotive manufacturers operating global supply chains.