Massapequa, January 23, 2007 - Robocom Systems International, a Global provider of Supply Chain Execution Software today announced that Mastronardi Produce, Ltd. (Mastronardi), an Industry leading grower, packer, and distributor of vegetables headquartered in Kingsville, Ontario Canada has selected RIMS® Produce, Robocom's warehouse management system developed for produce companies. Mastronardi will implement RIMS Produce to manage the rapid expansion of operations at its refrigerated warehouses in Romulus, MI and Kingsville, ON.
Mastronardi is an acknowledged leader in the greenhouse industry and incorporates cutting edge technology to produce consistent quality in its year round production of gourmet vegetables. Products are marketed under the Sunset brand and are sold to national and regional food retail chains and foodservice accounts.
Key to the selection of RIMS Produce were the sophisticated tools available to improve inventory accuracy and track lots from the time of receipt till delivery to customers. Mastronardi will also benefit from rapid integration to existing applications due to RIMS Produce's interface to their ERP application, supplied by Famous Software.
"Given the recent emphasis on visibility and traceability of product throughout the produce supply chain we expect RIMS to provide us with the tools to outperform the industry and exceed customer requirements" said Kevin Safrance, Vice President, Operations, Mastronardi Produce." RIMS Produce's ability to improve performance in our distribution centers will help fuel our plans for growth"
Aivars Lode, CEO of Robocom stated "We are pleased RIMS has been chosen by Mastronardi to enable growth and assure competitive advantage. We understand the challenges faced by produce companies and know that in such a fast paced business control of inventory is a key to success. Adding Mastronardi to our list of industry leading customers demonstrates our leadership in providing solutions in the produce industry."
About Mastronardi: Mastronardi Produce Ltd has been in the greenhouse industry for over fifty years. To this day the company continues to pioneer the latest technology to remain a leader in the industry. Mastronardi is one of the largest glass and plastic greenhouse operations in the world. Mastronardi's vine-ripened products are harvested from a climate-controlled environment and delivered in Mastronardi's own fleet of temperature-monitored trucks.
About Robocom - Robocom has helped companies adapt to changing requirements and achieve supply chain excellence since 1982. Our solutions reduce costs, increase productivity and inventory visibility, and improve customer satisfaction throughout your entire supply chain. Unique to our approach is the high level of personalization our customers achieve without the burdensome cost of customization. Whether your requirements include an RFID enabled Warehouse Management System, Engineered Labor Standards or Event Notification, your project will be delivered on time and on budget. Company Information: Name: Robocom Systems International Inc. Address: 511 Ocean Ave. City: Massapequa State: NY ZIP: 11758 Country: USA Phone: 516-795-5100 FAX: 516-795-6933 http://www.robocom.com
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