This is the first webinar in a three-part series on Production Orders in QAD, presented by industry expert Don Lindsey. With the release of QAD O3, Production Orders will become the standard for manufacturing in QAD, replacing functionalities like Work Orders, Advanced Repetitive, Kanban, and Flow. While these changes bring powerful enhancements to QAD planning, scheduling, and execution, we understand that adapting to Production Orders will be a significant shift for many users—especially as nearly 60% of QAD users still rely on Work Order functionality.

This webinar series helps you navigate this transition with confidence. In this first session Don explores:

• Essential functions and best practices for setting up QAD’s Production Orders.
• Item setup for production lines, production orders, allocations, pick lists, and backflush.
• Product structure, routings, production order maintenance essentials, and stockroom/shop floor location setup.

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Questions from the webinar

	What is the primary change when moving from Work Orders to Production Orders?
The most challenging aspect is that there is only one menu to go to with Production Orders. Before Production Orders, you would go to one menu for Work Orders and another for Repetitive, and then Flow, etc. So, the tools that were available through all these multiple menus are in one menu in Production Orders. it takes a mind change to get used to that kind of functionality. In addition, the new product line or production line functionalities are challenging processes.
	Is it a good idea to split production orders in QAD ERP applications?
Yes, the splitting process is a good tool, especially if you use the Advanced Repetitive functionality. For example, let’s say you a cumulative Production Order that covers a whole month’s worth of production. However, you need to get a smaller quantity quickly to satisfy some customer demand. The splitting process is an excellent way to do that. It does require coordination and communication and it adds some complexity to the manufacturing organization, but it is a great tool.