Nearly 50 Years of
Excellence and
Evolution
From IBM AS/400 to AI-Powered Cloud: A Journey of Innovation, Family Values, and Partnership.
Since 1978, TurningPoint Systems has been more than a software company—we've been a trusted partner to wholesale distributors navigating complex regulatory landscapes and operational challenges. What began as two programmers solving problems for a single customer has evolved into a comprehensive ERP platform serving hundreds of distributors across North America. This is our story of evolution without losing our soul, innovation without abandoning our roots, and growth that honors our legacy while embracing the future.
Our Evolution Path
The TurningPoint Systems Timeline
The Odd Fellows Building, Beverly, MA — Where it all began. In 1986, this building housed Beverly Savings Bank — and a young entrepreneur with a vision.
The Cabot Street Building — TurningPoint's early home, above Klinks Bakery. The sign was new. The ambition was bigger.
The Founding
"Where It All Began"
Elery LeBlanc and Gene Beers founded Mass Computer Services (MCS) in Beverly, Massachusetts. First customer: Cardinal Distribution.
Key Achievements
- First custom IBM AS/400 solution deployed
- Established reputation for reliability and customization
The Transformation
"From Services to Software"
MCS evolved into TurningPoint Systems. DisTrack (Distribution Tracking) was born—first packaged solution for regulated distributors.
Key Achievements
- DisTrack launched, Expanded to US, Canada, Puerto Rico
- Became the trusted standard for pharmaceutical wholesale
Vertical Expansion
"New Markets, Same Values"
Strategic expansion into convenience wholesale distribution. Candy, tobacco, and sundries distributors faced similar challenges.
Key Achievements
- Entered convenience wholesale vertical
- Added candy & tobacco specialization
- Strengthened regulated distribution focus
Product Evolution
"End-to-End Excellence"
DisTrack evolved from tracking system into comprehensive suite supporting entire distribution workflows.
Key Achievements
- Full order-to-cash integration
- Advanced warehouse management
- Mobile workforce enablement
2010-2020 - Modernization
"QwikPoint: Next Generation Distribution"
In 2015, introduced QwikPoint—not as replacement for DisTrack, but as its natural evolution.
Key Achievements
- QwikPoint platform launched
- Modern UI/UX & RF warehouse integration
- Advanced mobile capabilities
Today & Next: The AI Era
"Building Tomorrow's Distribution Platform"
2026 roadmap introduces practical AI that enhances—never replaces—human expertise.
What's Coming
Family Legacy Meets Modern
Partnership
The TurningPoint Systems Timeline
The Family Foundation
Personal Accountability
We stand behind every line of code and every client implementation.
Long-Term Thinking
Decisions made for decades of success, not just quarterly earnings.
Relationship Over Transaction
Our clients are partners, not accounts. Their growth is our growth.
The Modern Evolution
AI-Powered Intelligence
Harnessing data to predict demand and optimize warehouse operations.
Cloud-First Architecture
Seamless access, enterprise security, and infinite scalability in the cloud.
Proactive Partnership
Consultative support that anticipates tech shifts before they happen.
Evolution
Over Revolution
"True innovation doesn't discard the foundation; it builds upward, ensuring stability while reaching for the new."
Why Evolution Wins
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Zero downtime transitions
Keep operations running smoothly while upgrading.
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Preserved tribal knowledge
Leverage your team's expertise with familiar logic.
Strategic Advantage
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Lower implementation risk
Proven methodologies minimize project uncertainty.
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Modern tech on proven logic
The latest capabilities built on 50 years of data.
The Stewards of Success
Behind every smooth implementation, answered support call, and solved problem is a team that has been doing this longer than most software companies have existed. We don’t just sell QwikPoint — we stand behind it.
Chris LeBlanc
Chief Executive Officer
Chris LeBlanc is the second-generation CEO of TurningPoint Systems, carrying forward a company his father Elery founded in 1978. With deep roots in wholesale distribution and a focus on practical, outcome-driven technology, Chris leads TurningPoint’s mission to help convenience distributors compete, grow, and operate with confidence.
Kirk Visser
Sr. Operations Director
Kirk has spent more than 40 years inside the convenience wholesale distribution industry — close enough to the dock floor and the back office to know exactly where the pain is. At TurningPoint, he bridges sales and operations, helping prospective customers understand what QwikPoint can realistically do for their business, and making sure implementations land the way they were promised. When distributors want a straight answer about whether QwikPoint is the right fit, Kirk is the one who gives it to them.
Stephanie Strausser
Executive Operations Coordinator
Stephanie is the connection point between TurningPoint’s teams and our customers. She keeps daily operations running smoothly — from managing accounts and coordinating departments to making sure every request is handled quickly and accurately. Customers know Stephanie for her responsiveness, attention to detail, and genuine care in every interaction. Her goal is simple: to make it easy for our partners to do business with us and feel confident they’re always supported.
Rick Gabrielli
Chief Technology Officer
Rick brings more than 40 years of software experience to TurningPoint, including 20+ years focused specifically on supply chain management systems. He has spent his career at the intersection of software architecture and practical business need — building systems that don’t just work technically, but work for the people who depend on them every day. At TurningPoint, he leads the engineering vision behind QwikPoint, overseeing platform development, infrastructure, and the technology roadmap that keeps TPS at the front edge of what distributors need. For customers, Rick represents a promise: that the software they run their business on is built with care, maintained with discipline, and always moving forward.
Evan LeBlanc
Sales
Evan is TurningPoint’s front line for every new customer relationship. As the primary point of contact for sales and business development, he works directly with distributors to understand their operations, identify where QwikPoint can make a measurable difference, and guide them through the process from first conversation to signed agreement. Evan grew up around this industry — he is the third generation of the LeBlanc family at TurningPoint — and he brings that combination of genuine familiarity with the business and real enthusiasm for what the platform can do. If you’re exploring QwikPoint for the first time, or ready to have a serious conversation about fit, Evan is your person.
Mark Jackson
Project Manager / Customer Support
Mark brings 25 years of distribution management experience to every customer relationship at TurningPoint. For the past 12 years, he has led implementations across the QwikPoint platform, working alongside customers and the development team to ensure a smooth transition and lasting results. If you’re moving to TurningPoint, Mark is the person who makes sure it actually works — for your operation, your team, and your bottom line.
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