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OPSI Systems the preferred partner for IMPERIAL Logistics' transport optimisation

OPSI Systems has been selected as the preferred supplier of transport optimisation systems for IMPERIAL Logistics, as part of a new strategy to augment its traditional supply chain with leading information technologies.


Johannesburg, 18 May 2010

OPSI Systems, a leading software provider of transport management and optimisation, has been chosen by IMPERIAL Logistics as the preferred provider of transportation optimisation systems in applicable business units, as part of IMPERIAL Logistics' Information Technology Roadmap.

PLATO - OPSI Systems' integrated enterprise planning software suite - and route optimisation and planning software FLO will be deployed across IMPERIAL Logistics' operations and subsidiaries. OPSI Systems' extensive knowledge and experience in the South African logistics industry, coupled with its customisable software solutions, were pivotal in securing the partnership.

“We selected OPSI for its knowledge of South African logistics environment and its flexibility to support our diverse businesses,” says Cobus Rossouw, head of IMPERIAL Logistics' Integration Services division.

Business units that will be benefiting from OPSI Systems' advanced planning systems include Fast 'n Fresh, responsible for Woolworths' nightly deliveries, and 4PL solutions provider Cargo Africa, which assists Sasol and the PG Group with their operations.

“We are thrilled to be working this closely with one of South Africa's largest logistics and supply chain companies,” says David Lubinsky, CEO of OPSI Systems. “IMPERIAL's decision to partner with OPSI highlights the strengths of our software solutions and knowledge in the industry.”

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OPSI Systems

Established in 1997, OPSI Systems is an award-winning software provider in transport planning and optimisation, providing solutions for scheduling, routing, management, auditing and financial administration for small, medium and large businesses and enterprises.

OPSI Systems' widely established vehicle management, scheduling and optimisation software FLO has assisted numerous organisations streamline their vehicle operations. In addition, OPSI Systems' PLATO full enterprise planning software marries the various functions of enterprise transport planning, operation and documentation in a single, integrated interface.

OPSI Systems' offerings have been adopted by some of the largest companies in the world, including the likes of SAB, Coca Cola and DHL. With branches in South Africa, the US and Australia, OPSI Systems is well versed in providing solutions for diverse and challenging logistic environments.

IMPERIAL Logistics

IMPERIAL Logistics is the leading logistics and supply chain management company in southern Africa, with an international footprint in Europe. IMPERIAL Logistics Southern Africa provides customised value-added logistics services and supply chain solutions to blue-chip customers in almost every industry. IMPERIAL Logistics is a division of the IMPERIAL Group and the southern African division is home to more than 70 operating companies, categorised into four key divisions, namely Transport and Warehousing, Consumer Products, Specialised Freight and Integration Services. IMPERIAL Logistics International focuses on European markets and comprises four operating units, namely Panopa Logistik, neska, Imperial Reederei and Brouwer Shipping.

For further information, please visit http://www.imperiallogistics.co.za.

Contact details:

OPSI Systems South Africa:
2nd Floor Rosebank Terrace
33 Bath Avenue
Rosebank
2196
Gauteng
South Africa
Web site: http://www.opsi.co.za
E-mail: info@opsi.co.za%20
Tel: +27-11-880 7951
Fax: +27-11-880 2424

IMPERIAL Logistics

Goldfields Logistics Park, 10 Refinery Road, Driehoek, Germiston, South Africa
Tel: +27.11.821 5500 Fax: +27.11.873 1874 http://www.imperiallogistics.co.za

Abrie de Swardt
Marketing Director
(+27) 11 821 5500
abrieds@il.co.za

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