The largest multimedia and telecommunications tools retailer and distributor in Indonesia, and ETP International, a leading end-to-end retail solutions company, has signed an agreement to implement ETP V5.2.

Established in 1996, the multimedia and telecommunications tools retailer’s main business is distribution of lifestyle wireless communications products and multimedia gadgets. The company is the authorised mobile phone distributor of Nokia, Sony Ericsson, Panansonic and Samsung. It has a well-established retail chain of 534 stores at 51 major cities in Indonesia, and also manages 23 showrooms for Nokia, Sony Ericsson and Panasonic.

“Our company has grown rapidly into a leadership position and will continue to grow aggressively, in order to support this plan we need a strong Enterprise Software backbone in this high technology and highly dynamic business. We look forward to bringing higher service levels to our customers and value addition to our shareholders through this strategic decision.” said the President Director.

“We evaluated numerous solutions and found that ETP V5.2 was the one that was tailored to our requirements. Besides the features and functionality, the evaluation team also looked into the speed of deployment, credibility of the company and reliability in terms of support service. ETP International fulfilled these criteria and more to the team’s satisfaction. ETP demonstrated its flexibility and customer-centric approach by working along with our team and understanding our business. We are convinced that the ETP V5.2 suite of solutions will definitely fulfill our requirements and enhance our business processes tremendously.”

Commenting on the signing, Mr Naresh Ahuja, Chairman of ETP International Pte Ltd said, “ETP International is very pleased to have signed up with the leading telecommunications equipment distributor and retailer in Indonesia. We believe we can support the company’s vision and have the highest regard for the professionalism of its management team. This further demonstrates the flexibility of ETP V5.2 solutions which is developed specifically for the retail and distribution industry. It’s not just for department stores and apparel retailers but rather, a wide range of specialty retailers. We have a close working relationship with the team and look forward to this project being a landmark in the region.”
With this forward looking investment, the retailer will leap ahead of the market by building intelligence in the entire planning, warehousing, procurement and retail processes. The customers will benefit from fast and efficient service, strong CRM schemes and loyalty programs and excellent customer service by having the right selection of goods in the right place at the right time at the right price. The company’s suppliers will benefit by being able to see advanced forecasts of the supplies they need to make and understand market expectations better and Trikomsel’s employees and management will have the ability to drive their business proactively with advanced tools and online business information at hand.

Through the use of ETP V5.2, the retailer can expect to not just respond to market dynamics but also drive and influence it, streamline and integrate business processes, synergetic use of resources, increase productivity and significant time savings.

The solution will be rolled out in three phases and is estimated to be completed together with all training before the end of 2006.

About ETP V5

The ETP V5 covers all the key functionalities required by retail and distribution companies. The integrated solution provides retailers and distributors the power to monitor and refine business strategies in response to the business dynamics instantly, effecting these changes in operations seamlessly without affecting day-to-day operations. The components within ETP V5 can be used comprehensively or selectively to provide an end-to-end integrated solution for retailers and distributors.

About ETP International Pte LtdETP International is an enterprise software company focused on enabling retailers to run their business proactively using the cutting-edge ETP V5 Retail Solution. Founded in 1988 ETP has its International HQ in Singapore, R&D centre in Mumbai and a network of partners in over 12 countries, selling, implementing and supporting ETP solutions. ETP’s three digit growth is driven by the wide acceptance of its flagship product ETP V5 by leading retailers.

ETP V5 is a 4th generation solution designed to help retailers move from a push based business model to a push-pull based business model, making them more proactive in planning, execution, analysis and decision making. It is seamlessly integrated through POS, CRM, Online Sales, Call Centre Sales, Merchandise Planning, Promotions Planning, Procurement, Distribution, Warehousing and Analytics. Developed with reliability, scalability and globalisation in mind, ETP V5 is capable of handling multiple languages, time zones, currencies, taxes, company and group structures, 20 users to 1000’s of users, various hardware platforms and operating systems and can be implemented comprehensively or modularly.

ETP International, an enterprise software company focused on developing and delivering its cutting-edge ETP V5.2 solution for the retail industry, with offices in Singapore, India and Dubai, announces the signing of a Premier Business Partnership agreement with Inter Soft. Inter Soft is a leading company that specialises in Retail, Hospitality and Banking Point of Sale Systems and their various sub-systems.

Under the terms of the agreement, Inter Soft will represent ETP in the sales and marketing of its suite of solutions – ETP V5.2 which is developed specifically for the retail and distribution industry in Saudi Arabia. ETP V5.2 covers all the key functionalities required by retail and distribution companies. The integrated solution provides retailers and distributors the power to monitor and refine business strategies in response to the business dynamics instantly, effecting these changes in operations seamlessly without affecting day-to-day operations. The components within ETP V5.2 can be used comprehensively or selectively to provide an end-to-end integrated solution for retailers and distributors.Inter Soft is the first channel partner that ETP International has signed for Saudi Arabia and in the Middle East. Although it has a regional office in Dubai, ETP International plans to leverage on the market knowledge and cultural understanding of the local partner to open up the market in Saudi Arabia.

“Inter Soft is entering a new phase in its business strategy. Where previously we were offering customers only point-of-sales solutions, we can now look at a holistic offering for our retail customers,” said Mr Ammar Al-Qai, General Manager of Inter Soft.

“The retail market in the Middle East is growing. We have identified the potential in growing this area of our business by partnering with a software company that offers a robust and modern retail solution. The strong commitment, support and specialisation that ETP has dedicated to building a pure retail solution gave us the assurance that we have made the right choice to grow with this partner.”

ETP’s Chairman, Naresh Ahuja stated, “We are pleased to have signed the partnership agreement with InterSoft. This is a company that is well-established and respected. InterSoft’s business philosophy is similar to ETP’s in which we put our customers first. With values such as commitment to quality and after sales service underpinning the company’s strategy, we know that we have found a good fit.”

The partnership was signed in Singapore and plans have been made to take the solution to market in Saudi Arabia. For a start, InterSoft will be launching ETP V5.2 in GITEX 2006 at its booth in the Sheikh Maktoum Hall and ETP will also be on hand to lend support from its booth under the Singapore Pavilion at the same event.

About Inter Soft

INTERSOFT, an International Company with its head quarters in Saudi Arabia was established in 1991 as a company specialized in Retail, Hospitality and Banking Point of Sale Systems and their various sub-systems. INTERSOFT has built a strong clientele testifying our creativity, commitment to quality and after sales service.

Committed to providing immediate and after sale support for our customers across the region, currently INTERSOFT operates four offices, 3 in Saudi Arabia and 1 in United Arab Emirates.

About ETP International Pte Ltd
ETP International is an enterprise software company focused on enabling retailers to run their business proactively using the cutting-edge ETP V5 Retail Solution. Founded in 1988 ETP has its International HQ in Singapore, R&D centre in Mumbai and a network of partners in over 12 countries, selling, implementing and supporting ETP solutions. ETP’s three digit growth is driven by the wide acceptance of its flagship product ETP V5 by leading retailers.

ETP V5 is a 4th generation solution designed to help retailers move from a push based business model to a push-pull based business model, making them more proactive in planning, execution, analysis and decision making. It is seamlessly integrated through POS, CRM, Online Sales, Call Centre Sales, Merchandise Planning, Promotions Planning, Procurement, Distribution, Warehousing and Analytics. Developed with reliability, scalability and globalisation in mind, ETP V5 is capable of handling multiple languages, time zones, currencies, taxes, company and group structures, 20 users to 1000’s of users, various hardware platforms and operating systems and can be implemented comprehensively or modularly.

GITEX celebrated its 26th Anniversary in 2006 & continues to reflect the importance & phenomenal growth of the IT industry in the region by continually highlighting the latest technology & services from international manufacturers and suppliers. Among the world’s top 3 IT exhibitions, GITEX continues to be the most important gateway to the Middle East market.

ETP International participated in the exhibition under the Singapore Pavilion organised by the Infocommunications Development Authority of Singapore (IDA). The ‘Singapore Infocomm Solutions and Services’ pavilion caters for six Singapore ICT companies to participate in GITEX.

The show had more than 1200 exhibitors representing 2274 companies from 61 countries.

In a move to make its mark in the vibrant retail scene within Asia-Pacific, ETP International launched its proprietary retail solution at RITE 2005, Suntec City, Singapore from 21-23 September 2005. The 3-day exhibition drew a diverse group of trade visitors hailing from Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.

The launch for ETP V5.2 was success attracting more than 150 visitors to the ETP booth and garnered a privileged visit from Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Community Development, Youth & Sports and Second Minister for Trade & Industry, Singapore. The ETP V5.2 covers all the key functionalities required by retail and distribution companies. The integrated solution provides retailers and distributors the power to monitor and refine business strategies in response to the business dynamics instantly, effecting these changes in operations seamlessly without affecting day-to-day operations. The components within ETP V5.2 can be used comprehensively or selectively to provide an end-to-end integrated solution for retailers and distributors.