QAD and Esker announce strategic alliance to optimise AP Processes
Wednesday 17th September, 2025
QAD, the company transforming manufacturing and supply chains with intelligent, adaptive cloud solutions, and Esker have announced a global strategic alliance to deliver a comprehensive suite of financial process optimisation solutions. The alliance is aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of their customers.
The alliance will allow QAD to market Esker Accounts Payable, as well as other Esker solutions to its global customer base. Esker Accounts Payable streamlines invoice processing by eliminating manual inefficiencies with AI-driven data capture, automated reconciliation and electronic workflows. Ensuring e-invoicing compliance, it simplifies cashflow management and unlocks new revenue opportunities, delivering a smarter, more efficient AP experience.
Esker is a recognised Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Accounts Payable Applications, the Forrester Wave™: Accounts Payable Invoice Automation, Q3 2024 and the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Accounts Payable Automation Software 2024.
Luc Janssen, SVP, Product at QAD said, “The combination of Esker's extensive global footprint and sophisticated AI capabilities complements QAD's strategy and strengths seamlessly. This collaboration will empower us to provide an integrated solution that optimises processes from enterprise resource planning to cash cycle management, ensuring a streamlined and easily integrated experience.”
“We saw an opportunity to improve efficiency and reduce costs in our AP process through intelligent automation,” said Scott Uloswceh, Director of Finance at Hendrickson. “The QAD and Esker solution is now live in five business units, and we value our ongoing partnership with QAD as we explore further automation opportunities.”
“We’re thrilled to partner with QAD. Their proven expertise in the manufacturing industry and extensive global reach align seamlessly with our vision,” said Claire Valencony, Deputy COO at Esker. “This collaboration marks a powerful step forward in accelerating digital transformation. By combining our strengths, we’ll help companies create more agile and resilient financial operations. The pre-built integration reflects our shared commitment to delivering a seamless, integrated user experience.”
The availability of Esker's solution for QAD customers will be progressively implemented worldwide, supported by local teams from both organisations to ensure a smooth and effective performance.
