DALLAS, Jan. 6, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Retalix(r) (Nasdaq:RTLX), a leading provider of software solutions for retailers and distributors, today announced that Save Mart Supermarkets, a 245-store grocery chain based in Modesto, California, is deploying an integrated suite of Retalix supply chain management applications to enhance business processes at its headquarters, as well as its distribution centers.
The decision to implement the project was made when Save Mart Supermarkets re-launched the Lucky banner in 2007 by acquiring Albertson's LLC Northern California Division, which added 130 stores; distribution centers in Roseville and Vacaville, California; a division office in Dublin, California, and about 13,000 associates. To date, Save Mart Supermarkets has deployed an integrated suite of Retalix purchasing, order management, invoicing and invoice reconciliation applications in the Modesto headquarters. In addition, Save Mart has deployed the Retalix RF- and voice-enabled warehouse management system (WMS) at the Roseville distribution center.
"When we began our course of making the best privately owned, regional grocery chain in the country much larger and more efficient, we knew we'd need to combine the best practices of both companies," said Steve Junqueiro, Executive VP and COO. "In tandem, our supply chain system infrastructure needed an overhaul to handle the mission-critical requirements of our new organization. That's why we turned to Retalix -- for the experience of their personnel and the rich grocery functionality of the company's software."
"The Save Mart project reflects our sharp focus on the grocery segment and the tight integration of our supply chain software suite," said Reuben Halevi, president of Retalix Supply Chain Solutions division. "This implementation will improve business processes and enhance supply chain efficiencies that lead to increased competitiveness."
About Save Mart
Save Mart Supermarkets operates nearly 250 stores throughout Northern California and Northern Nevada under the Save Mart, S-Mart Foods, Lucky and FoodMaxx banners. The privately held company was founded January 17, 1952 and has always been headquartered in Modesto, Calif. More information about the company and its banners is available at www.savemart.com, www.luckysupermarkets.com, and www.foodmaxx.com.
About Retalix
Retalix is an independent provider of software solutions to retailers and distributors worldwide. Retalix solutions serve the needs of grocery chains, convenience and fuel retailers, food and consumer goods distributors and independent grocers. The Company offers a portfolio of software applications that automate and synchronize essential retail and supply chain operations, encompassing stores, headquarters and warehouses. The company's International headquarters are located in Ra'anana, Israel, and its American headquarters are located in Dallas, Texas. For more information about Retalix, please visit www.retalix.com. Retalix is a registered trademark of Retalix Ltd. in the USA, the EU and in other countries. The names of actual companies, products and services mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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