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ETP Wins Praise From India’s Leading Fashion Retailer
The apparel chain is part of India’s foremost private sector companies with a market capitalisation of over US $ 13 billion and a turnover of US $ 3.5 billion. Rated among the World’s Best Big Companies, Asia’s ‘Fab 50’ and the World’s Most Reputable Companies by Forbes magazine, among India’s Most Respected Companies by BusinessWorld and among India’s Most Valuable Companies by Business Today, the company ranks third in pre-tax profit among India’s private sector corporations.
The holding company has a diversified presence in Cigarettes, Hotels, Paperboards & Specialty Papers, Packaging, Agri-Business, Packaged Foods & Confectionery, Information Technology, Branded Apparel, Greeting Cards, Safety Matches and other FMCG products. While it is an outstanding market leader in its traditional businesses of Cigarettes, Hotels, Paperboards, Packaging and Agri-Exports, it is rapidly gaining market share even in its nascent businesses of Packaged Foods & Confectionery, Branded Apparel and Greeting Cards.
The apparel retailing division started engaging with ETP International and using ETP VX in July 2003. The long-standing relationship between both companies and the unwavering support rendered by ETP has won the customer over. This is an excerpt of the testimonial given by the customer.
“We are pleased to have a solutions partner like ETP International, which believes in and shares our passion and drive. ETP International has not only superior industry knowledge and technology capability, but also, most importantly, builds long term partnerships with its customers like us.”
Vice President, Finance and IT
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 VX Retail Solution. Founded in 1988 ETP has its International HQ in Singapore, R&D centre in Mumbai and a network of partners in over 20 countries, selling, implementing and supporting ETP solutions. ETP’s three digit growth is driven by the wide acceptance of its flagship product ETP VX by leading retailers.
ETP VX 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 VX 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.
India’s Perennial Youth Apparel Chain Chooses ETP V5.2
The flagship stores established by a leading company in India has announced its partnership with ETP International to implement the ETP V5.2 retail solution for their chain of stores. The chain of flagship stores is aligned with the mindset of the “now generationâ€, offering contemporary fashion wear for the youth.
The parent company ranks among India’s largest integrated manufacturing, marketing and retailing organisations, with a turnover exceeding USD 70 million. It possess the state-of-the-art garment-manufacturing units for different product groups. In 1987, the company introduced a new category of youth apparel which houses a range of casual wear for today’s youth – jeans wear, street wears, sports wear, etc.
The apparel store began with a single basement outlet on Bangalore’s Residency Road. In the late `80s, it worked on the assumption that street fashion in the youth segment, like in the Western countries, would be the growth area for the branded apparel industry.
After its successful launch, the apparel brand was extended to kidswear for the 2–12 year age group. Partnerships with Walt Disney and Warner under the retail umbrella of Toonworld in 2002 made the company stronger and unique. It has the largest single collection. of Toon character merchandise under one roof. With the 90s and the emergence of a bold, new generation, the company turned image-maker and seized the moment to create a standalone identity. The popularity and dominance of these brands is explained by the company’s core strengths in distribution, merchandising and image creation – every season.
“Adding a household brand like this apparel company to our portfolio of customers is a great moment for ETP International. We are heartened that even an established household brand sees the need for a robust retail management system to complement their operations and growth strategies. The fact that the ETP V5.2 retail solution has been selected over others adds to our conviction that the solution is one that is well-received and preferred by growth-oriented retailers,” commented Mr Naresh Ahuja.
With ETP V5.2 retail solution, the apparel chain will see returns on their investment with improved customer service levels, better management of their loyalty programmes, effective integration of business process and efficient deployment of resources.
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 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.
India’s leading Diamond Jewelry Chain Invests in ETP V5 !
India’s leading Diamond Jewelry retailers has signed a landmark agreement to implement ETP’s V5 Software Suite for Retailers. Part of a large group which has achieved an outstanding reputation by creating unique end-to-end supply capability. With offices, factories and stores in 15 countries, 15,000 employees and US$1.7 billion in sales, the parent company is firmly established across the value chain and in all major diamond and jewellery centres globally.
The agreement with ETP International entails the implementation of the integrated ETP V5.2 retail solution across all of the retailer’s India Retail operations. Expected benefits from the project will be integrated inventory management and visibility, proactive CRM, effective, season and promotions planning, category management capability and improved service levels to its customers.
The retailer currently has 33 stores across India. It is perhaps the only jewellery company in India which has tie-ups with the three leading jewellery organisations namely, DTC (De Beers), PGI (Platinum Guild India) and WGC (World Gold Council). The main thrust of the business is retailing diamond jewellery. The size of the store ranges from 700 square feet to 3,500 square feet, depending on the location. Stock held in each store ranges from 700 to 2,000 pieces.
The organisation focuses on providing customers with the right mix of products. Another strategy that it has adopted is to provide a number of value-added services to its customers, across the chain of stores.
With ambitious plans to expand to 50 stores in the immediate future, the retailer sees the need for an integrated system that can scale with its business. To increase efficiency and productivity, the organisation sees the need to consolidate and integrate all its business entities including the franchisees onto one single platform.
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 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.
India’s mobile retail chain connects with ETP V5.2
The mobile retail shops of a telecommunications group announced that it has selected ETP V5.2 retail solutions for its retail chain. It is a chain of multi-brand outlets that stocks mobile phones and PDAs, and also sells content-rich applications in music, gaming, imaging and downloads.
Rated amongst top 3 retail chains in Asia, the mobile phone retail company has created a highly visible chain of one-stop telecom stores focusing on lifestyle technology products, with a continuously upgraded innovative multi-brand product range. It offers a unique retailing experience and ambience to help customers “Enjoy Technology”. The focus is on developing the market amongst young, techno-savvy, fun loving, style conscious customers.
There are approximately 60 outlets across Mumbai, Delhi, Punjab and Varanasi. The chain is in expansion mode and will set foot in Bangalore and other cities soon. The retail company was established to help extend the retail distribution network in the parent company’s markets. The parent company is ranked amongst the top 5 private GSM operators in India.
The telecommunications industry is growing in the region. With the advent of modern technology in mobile phones and the increasing demand for stylish and technologically advanced phone sets, the challenge for mobile phone retailers is to be able to launch and stock on the models in demand as fast as possible at the right locations. Not only that, savvy customers today are empowered with strong product knowledge and expect a high standard of service.
“The retailer came to ETP with specific requirements for their business segment. Among the list of requirements was the ability of the solution to scale with their expansion plans. We are delighted that they have identified with the key values that ETP V5.2, the retail management solution and ETP International as a technology partner, can bring to their business and selected us,” said Mr Naresh Ahuja, Chairman ETP International Pte Ltd.
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 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.
Thailand’s Leading Health-Promotion Pharmaceutical Company Enhances Business Operations With ETP V5.2
A leading Thai retailer of pharmacy, health food, cosmetics and medical equipments has signed an agreement to implement ETP V5.2 for its chain of retail stores.
The company operates pharmacy retail shops and is recognised as a premium provider of a variety of high quality health-care products. Catering to the premium tier of customers, it carries a broad range of branded products from the US, France and England.
“This pharmacy retailer is an established brand name in Thailand and we are delighted that they have selected ETP V5.2 to enhance their business operations. The ETP V5.2 retail management solution will improve its business processes while enabling them to provide even better customer service. Real-time business reports are also readily available to facilitate strategic marketing and management planning,†says Naresh Ahuja, Chairman, ETP International.
“We are seeing an increasing demand for a robust and dynamic solution that helps to decrease costs, increase bottom-line and streamline business processes in the retail industry. Its not a novelty to tap on the capabilities of information technology to maximise resources but the challenge lies in finding the right solution that fits a retailer’s unique business requirements. ETP V5.2 was developed specifically for the retail industry and we are pleased that its capabilities has again been recognised by another perceptive and appreciative retailerâ€, commented Mr Ahuja.
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 20 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.