Supply Chain Solutions Provider Traverse Systems Announces Partnership With Consulting Firm RPE

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Sept. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Traverse Systems and RPE announced today they have entered into a partnership wherein RPE will offer access to Traverse Systems' solutions. RPE, a consulting firm specializing in IT solutions, will offer access to the Traverse Systems Platform, which aggregates data from disparate systems to drive a unified understanding of an entire supply chain. RPE will also be given access to Rivet — Traverse Systems' latest product, which minimizes or eliminates the complexity, time and expense associated with the supplier onboarding process. Interested parties can learn more about the partnership, as well as how to identify, capture and respond to supplier performance issues in an upcoming webinar on October 1, 2020 at 2:00pm ET.

Supply chain execution and precision have long been paramount to enterprises' overall success and profitability. New challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic have underscored the need for supply chain efficiency and merchandise flow to meet consumer demand in unparalleled circumstances.

"Partnering with Traverse Systems provides a solution to recapture the significant profit loss that many companies suffer due to supplier performance issues," said Rob Henneke, president and CEO of RPE. "We're pleased to partner with Traverse Systems as experts in supplier performance."

In accessing the Traverse Systems Platform, RPE will be able to aggregate data from disparate systems to drive a unified understanding of the entire supply chain. The platform, which can be customized to a retailer's unique needs, works across the critical departments in supply chain management, including supplier management, finance, distribution, transportation and merchandising & procurement.

"RPE is a well-respected solutions provider in our industry, and they understand the problems endemic to supply chain management," said Traverse Systems' CEO, Greg Holder. "We are excited to collaborate with a partner who possesses their expertise and a deep heritage similar to our own, and to provide more supply chain professionals with the solutions they need to stay competitive in today's business environment."

In addition to offering the full Traverse Systems Platform, RPE will also offer Rivet, a business partner management solution that minimizes or eliminates the complexity, time and expense associated with the supplier onboarding process. The new solution, built by Traverse Systems' interdisciplinary team of industry experts, ensures data accuracy, rapid supplier onboarding, and speed-to-shelf can all co-exist in the supplier onboarding process.

Those interested in learning more about RPE, Traverse Systems, and supplier onboarding are invited to sign up for an upcoming webinar on October 1, 2020 at 2:00pm ET. Those interested in products being offered through the RPE and Traverse Systems partnership can contact RPE here.

About Traverse Systems

Traverse Systems is an interdisciplinary team of engineers, operators, and industry experts who work day-in and day-out to build best-in-class enterprise solutions that redefine business partnership management and supply chain success.

Since 2000, we have served some of the world's most respected brands including CVS, Burlington Stores, Michaels, Tractor Supply, Kohl's, and more.

Markets and consumer expectations are changing rapidly, and old operational models are breaking under the pressure. Our job is to mitigate those risks with technology and expertise that optimizes performance and execution.

About RPE

In today's changing business landscape, RPE consultants and IT solutions experts utilize years of experience to help enterprises improve the customer engagement, increase sales and improve profitability. A leading consulting firm established in 1999, RPE's innovative services include business process improvement, package selection, strategic IT planning and systems implementation. A secure Data Center provides cloud hosting, systems management and backup and data recovery.

SOURCE JDI