SPI - Merret

SPI is the U.S. reseller and implementation partner for Merret, the integrated merchandising and warehouse supply chain solution from Retail Assist.

Merret is a proven, scalable and flexible solution that improves efficiency and reduces costs. This real-time, multi-currency and multi-outlet ERP tool integrates with medium-sized, multi-channel retailers' stock control and supply chain processes.

Merret includes IBM System i environment enhancements, an extension to Microsoft's .NET platform, and a BI & CPM module that allows retailers to view and manage corporate performance.

It eases retail operations by improving functionality for :

Merret improves the bottom line by enabling more informed margin management, extremely tight stock control and vastly improved availability of stock where it's needed most.

Merret Provides :

Total visibility, complete control... this core functionality, which includes real-time stock views and integrated WSSI (weekly sales and stock intake), is the heart of Merret: accurate business insights that support more precise, timely and profitable retail decision-making.

Speed and flexibility in deployment... easy to implement without business upheaval, you can run Merret in branded or own-buy, multi-channel, single concept or department store environments while still benefiting from a packaged solution: excellent value for money, low risk and a realistic future cost of ownership.

A level playing field for your business... apply a single, consistent, integrated approach across head office, warehouses, stores, concessions, suppliers and home shopping, whatever the size of your business and even across borders: a resilient, robust approach that removes the need for multiple interfaces and avoids over-dependence on a handful of 'super-users'.

Empowering people through automated processes... the accurate and timely execution of important though mundane tasks means buyers and merchandisers can focus on the new season's buy and product exception management, rather than wasting time as glorified stock controllers.

Multi-channel versatility... supported channels include the web, mail order, internal and external concessions, and store sale/ordering. You benefit from maximum flexibility and the widest opportunities in competitive markets.

For true international retail... Merret means you can define multiple price zones and countries to, for example, instantly rollout new sites and solutions in any location. So you can more fully explore the business opportunities open to you, whether you're a high street multiple, department store, discount outlet, airport, concession or franchise.

Scalability built-in... a packaged solution with superb off-the-shelf functionality, Merret delivers a clear and cost-effective route for longevity, growth, upgrades and enhancement.

Merret provides more choice and more breadth with a wide range of features and capabilities out of the box, including :