QAD INC.
SANTA BARBARA, CA

QAD Inc., founded in 1979 by Pamela and Karl Lopker, is a prominent provider of integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for the manufacturing sector. Initially serving local customers from its headquarters in Santa Barbara, California, QAD has expanded its global footprint to over 100 countries. This expansion reflects the company's adaptive strategies and innovation in offering comprehensive ERP software that supports businesses as they grow internationally. At the core of QAD is a robust commitment to fostering a strong community of clients with whom it collaborates closely. The vision for creating an Efficient Enterprise — where business processes are optimized and aligned with strategic objectives — guides the company's development ethos. To aid customers in this journey, QAD offers on-demand webinars that focus on various industries and solutions. Supporting global implementation, upgrade, and enhancement of QAD applications since 1990 is Progress Services, a recognized partner providing expert services across all QAD platform versions, focusing on leveraging existing resources to meet customer needs. QAD has developed a sophisticated network of partners such as Broom Street Software, Costa & Ziroldo, F2B, INES, Kontext E, Logan Consulting, MPS Associates, and PharmaBioServ. Each partner contributes specialized skills, from system programming with Progress®, IT infrastructures, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance services, to domain-specific implementations in areas like medical/pharmaceuticals and automotive. Incorporated on January 28, 2008, in Santa Barbara County, California, by Filing Number F08000000392, QAD maintains its status as a Foreign profit corporation (FORP). The company's diverse communications channels include multiple contact numbers across various regions. Its parent site is located at 100 Innovation Place, Santa Barbara, CA, with the primary website accessible at qad.com. The latest annual report, filed on April 22, 2024, underlines ongoing business operations for the year 2024. Pamela M. Lopker holds the position of President, supported by key executives such as Peter R. Van Cuylenberg and Daniel Lender.