The initial version of Cuadra Associates product STAR was introduced in 1982. Since then, CA's powerful software products have continued to earn the highest ratings from its users, while the name Cuadra has become synonymous with quality and integrity. Cuadra STAR is a customizable information management system for applications where the proper handling of descriptive or full text and fast, precise retrieval are of vital importance. It includes robust customizing capabilities for the creation of unique applications, easy integration with portals and other software packages and Web publishing. Most STAR products are also available on a subscription basis, through CA's hosted application solution provider service: the Cuadra STAR ASP Service. Cuadra Associates has been in business since 1978. It is headquartered in Los Angles and employs nearly 50 people.