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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We\u2019re so excited to launch the QAD Blog to accompany our new website<\/a>. This is going to be the go-to place for the latest QAD news, events, product updates, customer success stories, and manufacturing industry stories.<\/p>\n

What is the QAD Blog?<\/h2>\n

Through the blog, you\u2019re going to learn more about QAD as a company, the culture of working here, and even find out more about who works here. Get to know the names and faces of those behind the scenes, bringing you a world-class Cloud ERP solution<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But it\u2019s not just about us. We look forward to using this blog as a way to showcase our customers and the amazing things they do in the world of manufacturing. We\u2019ll highlight guest authors and share industry insights to keep you in-the-know of what\u2019s happening in manufacturing around the world.<\/p>\n

Get Involved<\/h2>\n

We\u2019d love it if you would comment and share your thoughts with us. See something on the QAD Blog that interests you? By all means, ask a question or leave a comment. We\u2019d love to hear from you!<\/p>\n

Subscribe!<\/h2>\n

Subscribe to the blog<\/a> to stay up-to-date on what\u2019s new at QAD!<\/p>\n

Learn more about QAD: www.qad.com\/about<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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