PDI/Enterprise 8 Software

PDI, a provider of enterprise-class automation software systems for the convenience retail, petroleum marketing and foodservice industries, introduced its newest software offering, PDI/Enterprise 8. This software offers a new “big data” merchandise ordering system and forecasting tools to anticipate inventory adjustments based on long-term historical trends, seasonal demand, holidays, events and promotions. A new dashboard gives retailers increased store-level visibility, allowing them to proactively address inventory issues, according to the company. Other features include: POS trickle feed journal collector to facilitate real-time inventory, accurate ordering, optimal staffing levels, transaction-level promotional reporting for suppliers and enhanced market basket reporting; customer portal for petroleum marketers, including forecasting tools for more accurate ordering, fleet card maintenance and reporting, and warehouse price notices; and an unified platform to manage critical parts of their operations from one place. The platform also reduces the software deployment requirements for current customers, PDI stated.