Compliance Networks to Exhibit at 2006 National Retail Federation “Big Show” Guest Client Pep Boys, Inc. to Discuss Vendor Compliance Optimization Success

Compliance Networks, a leading provider of vendor compliance optimization solutions, today announced it will be participating in the National Retail Federations Annual tradeshow event. Joining Compliance Networks will be Dave Schneider, Director of Logistics for leading automotive retailer, Pep Boys.

Sugar Land, TX (PRWEB) January 4, 2006 -- Compliance Networks, a leading provider of vendor compliance optimization solutions, today announced it will be participating in the National Retail Federations Annual tradeshow event. Joining Compliance Networks will be Dave Schneider, Director of Logistics for leading automotive retailer, Pep Boys.

Mr. Schneider will discuss the benefits of best-in-class vendor compliance optimization and the positive results Pep Boys has enjoyed since deploying Compliance Networks’ rCMS solution. Mr. Schneider notes, “Our outward focus, and what we have consistently communicated to our supplier partners, is that we have put the program in place to identify behavior and practices that create friction in the supply pipeline, and to create incentives, both internal and external, to make changes to these practices to remove the friction points.”

Our outward focus, and what we have consistently communicated to our supplier partners, is that we have put the program in place to identify behavior and practices that create friction in the supply pipeline, and to create incentives, both internal and external, to make changes to these practices to remove the friction points.

Topics for discussion will include identifying the hidden costs of vendor non-compliance and lost sales opportunity costs, as well as the techniques for implementing best-in-class vendor compliance processes and strategies that have enabled Pep Boys to establish successful collaborative relationships with its vendors. Mr. Schneider will also review the top and bottom line benefits of perfect order execution and optimized flow within the retail supply chain that result from optimized vendor compliance management.

Mr. Schneider will be on hand at Compliance Networks booth #2224 Monday, January 16 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and on Tuesday, January 17th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. A one on one meeting to speak with Mr. Schneider may be scheduled by contacting Compliance Networks. More information on the National Retail Federations annual conference “Retail’s Big Show” can be found at www.nrfannual06.expoexchange.com

About Pep Boys
Pep Boys is a leading provider of automobile parts headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Founded in 1921, Pep Boys currently operates 593 stores in about 36 states and Puerto Rico. Pep Boys offers brand-name and private label car parts and offering on-site service facilities. Pep Boys is the only aftermarket retail and service chain in the nation that is capable of serving all four segments of the automotive aftermarket: the do-it-yourself, do-it-for-me, buy-for-resale and replacement tires. Pep Boys prides itself on providing the best customer service and the highest-quality service work available anywhere. For more information, please visit www.pepboys.com

About Compliance Networks
Since 1999, Compliance Networks has offered a best-in-class vendor compliance optimization solution (rCMS) that enables retail enterprises to make more informed supply chain decisions. rCMS provides actionable visibility into supply chain data to recover lost sales opportunity costs and improve supply chain operations and order planning. rCMS enables performance accountability for supply chain stakeholders, and predictability that supports more profitable ordering decisions and merchandising plan execution. Compliance Networks’ retail centric solution automates key processes related to vendor compliance and collaboration including, scorecards, chargeback management, vendor certification, and supply chain alerts in support of retail specific distribution management best practices. With Compliance Networks supply chain flow optimization solutions, retailers realize quantifiable results in as little as 120 days, translating directly to increased shareholder value. For more information, please visit www.compliancenetworks.com.

Information contact:
Pat Beaird
Marketing Director
Compliance Networks
11 Corporate Hill Drive Suite 111
Little Rock, AR 72202
501-801-0014 x120 office
501-247-8696 mobile

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