Introduction
Modernizing operations without disruption is one of the biggest challenges manufacturers face. But a Tier 1 global automotive supplier proved it is possible with the right ERP partner.
In this QAD blog, we break down how Arista Consulting helped a Tier 1 automotive supplier modernize its Tepo, Mexico plant using QAD on Cloud with zero business downtime. Learn the proven implementation strategies that made it work and how your team can apply the same approach for a seamless transformation in 2026 and beyond.
Why the Tier 1 Automotive Supplier Needed to Modernize Fast
This Tier 1 automotive supplier launched a global initiative to unify plant operations under a standardized ERP system. At the Tepo plant, outdated, Excel-driven processes were slowing production and increasing risk.
Top pain points included:
- Manual planning, procurement, and inventory systems
- Lack of visibility into real-time operations
- Disconnected workflows across departments
- Inefficient approvals and traceability gaps
The goal was clear: modernize operations, reduce complexity, and enable cross-functional alignment without pausing production.
What Made the QAD Implementation a Success?
To modernize without disruption, Arista Consulting delivered a carefully structured QAD on Cloud deployment. Their approach focused on replacing outdated processes, ensuring system alignment, and empowering people at every level.
Arista Consulting delivered a full-scope QAD on Cloud deployment with one mission: zero disruption. Here is how they pulled it off:
1. Replace Manual Workflows with System-Driven Processes
- Automated planning, procurement, and production processes
- Centralized all functions under a unified QAD ERP
- Digitized inventory control with real-time traceability
2. Standardize for Consistency and Scale
- Applied corporate-wide ERP standards at the plant level
- Connected siloed operations through shared dashboards
- Configured business rules for repeatable performance
3. Empower People, Not Just Systems
- Embedded a bilingual ERP consultant on-site
- Provided real-time coaching and change management
- Proactively identified integration risks and addressed them early
4. Prioritize Visibility and Control
- Enabled lot control, WIP tracking, and live approvals
- Created digital checkpoints for each stage of production
- Delivered insights with actionable dashboards
These strategies ensured a smooth go-live with no business disruption, a rare feat in large-scale ERP deployments.
