Tampa, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/11/2016 -- In a recent article published by RPE Solutions, the leading IT consulting firm offered retailers their perspective and shared information about "two hot solutions" that vendors are largely "embracing to simplify complex processes." According to the well-regarded IT consulting firm, those solutions are Product Lifestyle Management (PLM) and Distributed Order Management (DOM).
PLM software is a solution that provides a hub intended to facilitate collaboration between all parties involved in designing and/or manufacturing goods for the retail market. RPE Solutions noted in the article that effective PLM solutions are especially critical for business owners operating in the "apparel, footwear and goods retail industries" because of their needs to "bring trendy and seasonal items to market quickly and efficiently."
The write-up broke down PLM software and discussed the fine details of the solution. Product creation, bills of materials, technical specifications, sample management, costing and production can all be managed with PLM software. Most importantly, every party involved in those processes has access to the solution, allowing them to be on the same page at all times. With PLM software "there is only one version of the truth," said Rob Henneke, EVP, RPE Solutions.
The second retail management application that RPE Solutions discussed in the article was Distributed Order Management, which Henneke said "acts as the middleware that bridges merchandising with the eCommerce platform." DOM reviews inventory available from stores, distribution centers and suppliers to determine the most efficient way to fulfill an order. Whether the order comes from web, mobile or catalog, fulfillment is customized so inventory is pulled from the best location. Shipping times are reduced, inventory is better managed and the customer experience is improved. "DOM leverages enterprise-wide inventory to hone in on optimal locations from which to fulfill orders," said Henneke.
For retailers interested in PLM or DOM software, they can visit RPE Solutions' website, or call 813-490-7000 Ext. 7353 for more information.
About RPE Solutions
In today's changing retail landscape, RPE Solutions' consultants and IT experts utilize years of experience to help retailers improve customer engagement and increase sales and profitability. A leading retail consulting firm established in 1999, RPE Solutions' innovative services include business process improvement, package selection, strategic IT planning and systems implementation. A secure Data Center provides cloud hosting, systems management and disaster recovery. Working in partnership with JDA Software, Jesta I.S., Multidev, IBM and most leading software and hardware providers, solutions include PLM, Souring and Demand, Merchandising, Planning, Allocation, Replenishment, Dom, DC Management, Business Intelligence, Mobile, Clienteling and Point of Sale.