Stowe Holdings and CEB Software Services Ltd announced today that they will partner with Retalix (NASDAQ: RTLX) , a global provider of software solutions for retailers and distributors, to deliver Retalix software solutions to the African & South African Fuel and Service Station industry.
Under the agreement, Retalix will provide its software solutions for the African and South African fuel service industry, while Stowe Holdings and CEB Software Services will take responsibility for implementation, training, and local support for the Retalix fuel and convenience store products.
With over 10,000 sites installed worldwide, Retalix offers a broad line of software applications designed for petroleum and convenience store retailers, including Retalix StorePoint for the store point-of-sale (POS), quick service restaurant and back office; Retalix Fuel, Retalix HQ-Convenience for central management; Retalix DemandAnalytX for optimization of store ordering and Retalix Loyalty and Promotions.
“Retalix, Stowe and CEB are committed to serving the specific needs of the South African fuel service industry,” said Yoni Stutzen EVP International Business at Retalix. “Stowe and CEB’s intimate knowledge of the South African market, and their vast experience in the Fuel and Service Station industry, together with Retalix software, creates an excellent technology and knowledge combination for South African Fuel and Convenience stores retailers who are looking to streamline their operations, enhance customer experience and improve margins in their businesses.”
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. Among its customers in South Africa are Shoprite-Checkers, Woolworths, Spar, and Clicks. The company’s International headquarters are located in Ra’anana, Israel. For more information about Retalix, please visit www.retalix.com.
About Stowe Holdings:
Stowe Holdings is a supplier of innovative services related to Fuel Management solutions in the African Fuel & Energy mark since 1989. The company specializes in Systems Integration and support & maintenance solutions for Fuel Management Systems.
Stowe provides hardware and software design, installation, and support via a 24-hour call center, as well as tailor-made solutions for retail and commercial petrochemical markets. Amongst Stowe’s customers are BP Southern Africa, BP African regions, Sasol Oil, Exel Petroleum, Shell South Africa, Imperial Bulk Services and others.
About CEB Software Services:
CEB and its sister company, Trade Link Retail Systems have supported Retalix Point-of-Sale systems in Africa since 1995. CEB and Trade Link operate nationally in South Africa and have installed POS systems in 16 African countries as well as in India.
In the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) market CEB’s main customers are The SPAR Group and Shoprite Checkers. Together with OK Zimbabwe, Meikles and TM Supermarkets in Zimbabwe, CEB is providing full support to over 1400 stores and 16 000 POS checkout points.
Stowe Holdings (PTY) Ltd is a private Company, based in Cape Town, Republic of South Africa and operates as an IT specialist in the integration of Electronic and Peripheral products to its proprietary Fuel & Shop Management solutions. Founded in 1989, Stowe initially developed Point-of-Sale and Forecourt Controller solutions for the open Oil-Industry, while providing professional open industry services of Project Management, Product Implementation, Research and Development, E-Commerce services, as well as comprehensive IT product Support and Maintenance.
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