QAD|Redzone Unveils Champions of Manufacturing, A Global Event for Industry Leaders and Visionaries

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 16, 2025--

QAD Inc., the company transforming manufacturing and supply chains with intelligent, adaptive cloud solutions, has opened registration for its flagship customer event, Champions of Manufacturing, taking place October 21-22 in Brussels and November 12-14 in Dallas, Texas.

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This isn’t just a conference—it’s a call to action. QAD will bring together the boldest manufacturers, sharpest technologists, and most forward-thinking leaders for two days that will redefine what’s possible in modern manufacturing.

Meet Champion AI – Agentic AI Built for Manufacturers

At the heart of this year’s event is Champion AI, QAD’s breakthrough Agentic AI platform that transforms ERP from a passive system of record into a proactive system of action. Think faster decision-making, deeper insights, AI agents monitoring and driving actions, and frontline empowerment like never before.

“This is not an industry update. This is a leap forward,” said QAD CEO Sanjay Brahmawar. “Champions of Manufacturing is where leaders and visionaries can come together to see breakthrough technologies in action, connect with their peers to tackle challenges, and walk away with a clearer vision of the future of manufacturing.”

What to Expect

Why It Matters

Manufacturing is entering a new era—where agentic AI, time-to-value and operational excellence define success. Champions of Manufacturing is where these forces converge. Whether you’re leading digital transformation or accelerating shop floor innovation, this is your platform to connect, explore, and lead the change.

Register Now

Spots are limited. Learn more and secure your seat here. For the latest updates on QAD Champions of Manufacturing, follow us on social media and engage using #ChampionsofMFG.

Event Details

QAD Champions of Manufacturing Europe

October 21-22, 2025

Steigenberger Wiltcher's Hotel | Brussels, Belgium

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QAD Champions of Manufacturing Americas

November 12-14, 2025

Loews Arlington Hotel | Dallas, Texas

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About QAD

QAD Inc. builds and empowers Adaptive Enterprises. QAD’s cloud manufacturing and supply chain solutions help move businesses from where they are today to where they need to be - by aligning and optimizing people, processes and systems. Thousands of companies have deployed QAD enterprise solutions globally, including enterprise resource planning ( ERP ), connected workforce (Redzone), process intelligence, supplier relationship management ( SRM ), digital supply chain planning ( DSCP ), advanced scheduling, global trade and transportation execution ( GTTE ), digital commerce and enterprise quality management system ( EQMS ). For more information, visit www.qad.com or call +1 805-566-6100. Find us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

QAD|Redzone Unveils Champions of Manufacturing, A Global Event for Industry Leaders and Visionaries

TORONTO (AP) — It was a brief cameo at the end of a blowout win, but it meant everything to Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry.

The six-time All-Star got a rousing standing ovation when he checked in for the final 1:57 of Philadelphia's 115-102 win at Toronto on Monday night.

It could be the final appearance the 39-year-old makes in the city where he spent nine seasons and won the 2019 NBA championship.

“I got an opportunity to experience probably one of the greatest basketball moments of my personal career,” said Lowry, who left with the game ball after making his first appearance since Dec. 23 against Brooklyn.

With the home team facing a double-digit deficit most of the night, the crowd of 18,127 started chanting “We want Lowry!” in the fourth quarter.

They erupted when 76ers coach Nick Nurse, who led Toronto to their 2019 title, called on Lowry to replace Tyrese Maxey.

“I thought they didn’t think I was really going to do it, but I was planning on it there and got a good moment to do it,” Nurse said of the crowd’s reaction. “It was nice to be able to kind of bring him in on his own there.”

Lowry airballed a 3-pointer on his first attempt and missed the three shots he took, all from distance.

“I called a play for him right out of the timeout and he probably wasn’t quite ready for that one,” Nurse said. “Too bad that one didn’t go in because he had it on line.”

Lowry is in his 20th NBA season. He arrived to Sunday’s game at Toronto wearing an Auston Matthews Maple Leafs hockey jersey, and reiterated his plan to eventually sign a one-day contract so he can retire as a Raptor.

“That has not changed,” Lowry said Sunday.

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Philadelphia 76ers players cheer as teammate Kyle Lowry, front left, is brought into an NBA basketball game by head coach Nick Nurse, center, in the final minutes of second half against the Toronto Raptors in Toronto, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry, front, looks on after an NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors in Toronto, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry (7) acknowledges the fans as he is brought in during the final minutes of an NBA basketball game against his former team, the Toronto Raptors, in Toronto, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)