DCKAP
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Software, Cloud computing, Digital commerce |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Founder | Karthik Chidambaram |
| Headquarters | Austin, Texas , United States |
Area served | Global |
Key people | Karthik Chidambaram (CEO) |
| Products | DCKAP Integrator, DCKAP PIM |
DCKAP is a software company specializing in cloud-based solutions that empower distributors to develop, integrate, automate, and expand their digital commerce operations. Its leading offering, DCKAP Integrator, serves as an ERP integration platform that bridges distributors' ERP systems with various business tools such as eCommerce, CRM, Inventory, Accounting, Logistics, and Marketplaces including 3M. This platform facilitates instantaneous data exchange across these applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, with a development hub located in Chennai, India, DCKAP functions entirely with a remote and distributed team. The company was established in 2005 by Karthik Chidambaram.
History
DCKAP was originally founded in 2005 with offices in Chicago, Illinois and Chennai, India. The company moved its headquarters to Fremont, California in 2007 before relocating again to Round Rock, Texas. In 2008, it opened an additional office in Chennai. By 2009, the firm broadened its expertise to include open source platforms such as Magento, Drupal, and WordPress. The company ventured into mobile application development in 2012 by launching iOS apps like HomeFly and Learn Alphabets & Numbers. In 2014, DCKAP diversified its offerings to encompass commerce solutions, content creation, and consulting services.
In 2022, DCKAP shifted its focus towards becoming a product-centric organization. Its portfolio now features DCKAP Integrator and DCKAP PIM, designed specifically for distributors aiming for seamless system integration and efficient product information management.
Products and Services
DCKAP Integrator is designed as an ERP integration solution that links distributors’ ERP platforms with various business applications including eCommerce systems, CRM software, Inventory management, Accounting tools, Logistics platforms, and Marketplaces such as 3M. It provides real-time synchronization of customer details, product information, inventory status, orders, and financial data. This enables distributors to significantly reduce manual labor hours, optimize operational workflows, and leverage data-driven insights.
Employees
Since founding DCKAP in 2005 from his apartment in Chicago, Karthik Chidambaram has served as the company’s CEO. His background includes consulting roles at Fireman's Fund Insurance Company and IBM as well as experience as an Assistant Scientific Programmer at Argonne National Laboratory.
Clients
DCKAP has delivered solutions to numerous distributors across various industries. Notable clients include Robertson Lighting; Sunrise Electrical Supply (an IMARK Electrical member); Province Electrical (a Schneider Electric distributor); C-Line Products; Bosch Hydraulic Connections; WG Henschen; Belmont Equipment & Technologies; and Marysville Marine Distributors. These partnerships have contributed to cost reduction and improved business analytics for their customers.