Web-Based Solution from Industri-Matematik and Calico Optimizes Supply Chain Execution at Telia Systems
MARLTON, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 29, 1999--Telia Systems has extended its relationship with Industri-Matematik International Corp. (NASDAQ:IMIC) to include the implementation of a web-based sales support system from Calico Technology. Calico's eSales Suite of software applications will be integrated with Industri-Matematik's Supply Chain Management Suite, System ESS, which Telia licensed last year.
The integration of these two systems will enable Telia's sales staff to configure a wide range of complex services and products, with visibility all the way through the supply chain system to the current inventory status and exact delivery date.
The integration of the Industri-Matematik and Calico software will enable the automatic translation of a proposal into an electronic order and effectively provide a closed loop from customer interest to invoice. At a later stage, the system is planned to be connected to Telia's web-based points of entry to enable their customers and retail dealers to place a direct order over the Internet. Industri-Matematik is responsible for the implementation of the Calico solution and its supply chain management software, System ESS.
"By integrating Calico's tool with our existing customer-driven solution, Telia will have a real-time supply chain management solution that delivers competitive advantage all the way from customer order to settlement," said Johan Wastlund, Nordic Sales Director, Industri-Matematik. "The concept makes cooperation between two world-leading software vendors possible, and Telia's customers will be the winners."
"The implementation of the sales support system means that we can shorten the time needed to manage an order, simplify our sales administration and improve our service for each individual customer, which will improve our competitive edge," said Thomas Gronlund, Vice President and Head of Business Solutions at Telia Systems. "We studied the market extensively and found that the combination of Industri-Matematik's supply chain solution and Calico's solution was unbeatable."
"It is interesting to work with Telia Systems on a project where the emphasis is on rationalizing order management throughout the process," said Paul Greenfield, Vice President European Operations, Calico Technology. "Telia Systems operates in a fiercely competitive market segment and we believe that this strategy will be key to its future revenue growth and profitability. Our partner, Industri-Matematik, has many years experience in the automation of the supply chain and has a fantastic reputation for the quality of its software and consulting services."
About Calico Technology
Calico Technology, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, Calif., is a leading provider of eBusiness software and professional services that enable the interactive buying and selling of multifarious products and services across all sales channels. Calico's eSales Suite enables direct sales forces, telesales, distributors and end users to analyze requirements, access marketing data, configure solutions, develop quotations, generate proposals, and place orders using the Internet, intranet, and laptop computers. Calico eSales software and services allow customers to increase their competitive advantage at the point of sale, by expanding channels of distribution, reducing costs, boosting revenues, increasing customer satisfaction, and building brand. Calico can be found on the World Wide Web at calicotech.com.
About Telia Systems
Telia Systems is a branch of Telia System & Service AB and is a part of the Telia group. Telia Systems develops and distributes environmentally safe and user-friendly IT-products for telecommunication. It also offers technical cutting-edge knowledge on a consultuary basis within these areas. Telia Systems has a turnover of 2 billion SEK (approximately US$243 million) and the company employs about 400 people.
About Industri-Matematik
Industri-Matematik International Corp., with worldwide revenues for the fiscal year ended April 1998 of $95 million, is a leading supplier of customer-driven supply chain management solutions for providers of fast-moving, high-volume products. The company was named the market leader in supply chain execution software by AMR Research in its annual supply chain management software report. Industri-Matematik has implemented logistics management systems worldwide at brand-leading organizations such as British Airways, Campbell Soup, Canadian Tire, Canon, Carlton and United Breweries, Hartz Mountain, Kellogg's, Skyway Freight Systems, Starbucks, VWR and Warner/Elektra/Atlantic.
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