Two companies join to create powerhouse solutions and services provider to address today's global retail challenges


Scottsdale, Ariz. - January 14, 2013 - JDA®Software Group, Inc., The Supply Chain Company®, will  present its best-in-class supply chain planning and execution solutions, resulting from the merger with RedPrairie, during the National Retail Federation's (NRF) 102nd Annual Convention and Expo, January 13-16 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

The merger, completed on December 21, 2012, created a new industry leader in global supply chain management, offering a broad range of planning, execution, collaboration and e-commerce solutions to help retailers manage their supply chains, from raw materials to finished products and into the hands of consumers - through any channel. NRF attendees can visit JDA booth #1319 or RedPrairie booth #1331 to learn how the powerhouse combination of the two companies enables: 
  • True end-to-end all-channel commerce to satisfy the demands of today's "always-on" consumer
  • Demand-driven, consumer-centric assortments, promotions and offers supported by market-leading clienteling standards   
  • Leading workforce management capabilities for stores and DCs, enabling staff alignment with supply chain demand to drive down costs and improve profitability
  • Realization of a true all-channel enterprise for a consistent brand image to the consumer
  • The ability to deliver on your promise to the consumer, while protecting the integrity of your merchandise strategy
  • End-to-end, global supply chain management in the cloud to reduce risk, lower costs and enable greater agility across the enterprise
"The merger between RedPrairie and JDA creates a leading and unique technology provider for retailers," said Wayne Usie, senior vice president, retail, JDA Software. "To succeed in this competitive environment, retailers must align their planning and execution to keep pace with consumer demand and expectations.  With the new JDA, retailers will benefit from best-in-class solutions and world-class consultants. We're excited about how the new JDA can benefit our customers, and their customers, in the near and long-term."

Of the more than 300 customers JDA and RedPrairie share, many of those are the world's top retailers, including 82 of the top 100 retailers listed by Stores Magazine.

"JDA has ushered in a new era in retail technology with its plans to integrate supply chain planning and execution," said Noel Goggin, group vice president, product strategy, JDA Software.  "The union of these highly complementary product suites will allow retailers to meet the needs of today's 'always on' consumer. By offering end-to-end all-channel commerce solutions, JDA gives retailers a significant competitive advantage to keep pace with global commerce and shifting consumer behavior. We look forward to meeting retailing's challenges alongside our customers while continuing to enhance the strategic value we bring to the marketplace."

Schedule a meeting with JDA
Visit JDA booth #1319 or RedPrairie booth #1331 to learn more about the value and solutions the new JDA offers retailers. Private meetings can be arranged in advance by sending an email to Info@jda.com.

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About JDA Software Group, Inc.
JDA® Software Group, Inc., The Supply Chain Company®, offers the broadest portfolio of supply chain, retail merchandising, store operations and all-channel commerce solutions to help companies manage the flow of goods from raw materials to finished products and into the hands of consumers. JDA's deep industry expertise and innovative cloud platform helps companies optimize inventory, labor and customer service levels.  As a result, JDA solutions have become the standard for the world's leading retailers, manufacturers and distributors. To learn more, visit jda.com or email info@jda.com.

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