When hot trends are created overnight and assortments change more often than the seasons, only the most nimble and innovative survive. Even the biggest softlines retailers feel the intense pressure. So, what can midsize retailers – with fewer resources – do?

Today, softlines retailers are learning that they can handle the pressure with integrated, modular SAP software to:

• Anticipate and take advantage of quickly changing market trends and requirements
• Differentiate through a unique assortment mix
• Work seamlessly with the global supply network
• Manage the supply chain to ensure product availability
• Provide a unique, satisfying shopping experience
• Implement world-class solutions wherever you decide to trade

Did you know that over 4,300 retailers and wholesalers run SAP solutions? And it may interest you to know that 65% of SAP customers are small and midsize companies.

With SAP solutions, softlines retailers can:

• Manage the basics of your business – integrating and streamlining merchandising, planning, promotion, and inventory and supply chain management processes
• Manage your planning and open-to-buy processes in real time
• Streamline business operations, including finance and human resources
• Match staffing levels with customer throughput levels
• Work with manufacturers to fulfill orders that support strategic merchandising plans
• Ensure that the right product is on the right shelf at the right time – and that targeted product assortments are in place to enhance shopping experiences
• Offer targeted promotions to key customers
• Optimize brand creation and development

Softlines Retail Customers Succeed with SAP

Learn how SAP solutions have made a real difference to large, midsize, and small companies in the retail industry. Read customer references from softlines retailers.