SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--QAD Inc. (NASDAQ:QADA) (NASDAQ:QADB), a leading provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies, announced today that technology analyst Aberdeen Group will share why cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP) is gaining adoption momentum, in a keynote address at the QAD Explore 2011 Customer Conference to be held May 9 – 12 at the Marriot Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas.
As one of several presentations on the latest trends in ERP, Aberdeen Group Research Director Kevin Prouty will share primary research that suggests customers are increasingly willing to consider ERP solutions delivered in a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, also known as cloud ERP. Gordon Fleming, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for QAD, will corroborate these findings as he jointly presents how QAD Enterprise Applications On Demand is becoming a de facto choice for many QAD customers, as the industry’s only full ERP suite deployed On Demand, On Premise, or as a hybrid model.
Karl Lopker, QAD CEO, will address the company’s strategic direction, while founder and President Pam Lopker will share QAD’s latest product innovations and future vision, particularly how QAD is transforming manufacturing and supply chain challenges through technology and business processes innovation.
To address manufacturing executives’ most pressing concerns regarding manufacturing, ERP and QAD applications, QAD Explore 2011 Customer Conference also will offer attendees a wide array of comprehensive breakout sessions. Customizable into four concurrent tracks, including Solutions, Products, Technology & Partners, and Business & Industry, these breakout sessions will answer such questions as:
- How are supply chain demands shifting Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) expectations of lower tier suppliers and MMOG/LE adoption?
- How can life sciences companies leverage QAD solutions to comply with ePedigree, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), serialization and health care reform requirements?
- How can manufacturing improve communications and visibility, and optimize up-and down-stream supply chain relationships with SaaS solutions like QAD Supply Chain Portal?
- How can executives use business intelligence and analytics to improve their performance and add bottom line value?
“This is an exciting time for manufacturers,” noted Fleming. “Our customers have undergone many changes in the last two years. We’re confident QAD Explore 2011 will answer the spectrum of questions today’s global executives are asking to help them adjust and grow during the economic recovery.”
To learn more about QAD Explore 2011 or to register for the event, visit: www.qad.com/explore.
About QAD
QAD is a leading provider of enterprise applications for global manufacturing companies specializing in automotive, consumer products, electronics, food and beverage, industrial and life science products. QAD applications provide critical functionality for managing manufacturing resources and operations within and beyond the enterprise, enabling global manufacturers to collaborate with their customers, suppliers and partners to make and deliver the right product, at the right cost and at the right time. For more information about QAD, telephone +1 805-566-6000, or visit the QAD web site at www.qad.com.
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