86.com, a business-to-business e-marketplace for the foodservice community, announced today an agreement with Commerce One to create an online marketplace for foodservice operators and distributors powered by the Commerce One MarketSite(TM) Portal Solution for Net Market Makers. The site will create order out of chaos for restaurants by streamlining the often time-consuming process of ordering food, beverages, equipment and supplies, thereby increasing efficiency and profitability.
86.com provides a single transaction engine that utilizes existing business models and current relationships between foodservice operators and their local and regional distributors. The site delivers local business intelligence and interactive content that help restaurateurs improve their operations and increase profitability. 86.com also assists distributors by providing technology integration and sales support services.
"The Commerce One MarketSite Portal Solution for Net Market Makers gives 86.com the ability to get its e-marketplace up and running quickly, while allowing them to focus on bringing value to their community," said Kevin Schick, vice president of product marketing, Commerce One. "Our solutions will allow 86.com`s customers to benefit from a seamless, efficient, cost-effective electronic transaction process."
86.com has the potential to automate a significant portion of the $376 billion foodservice industry. "As a restaurant owner myself, I have a deep understanding of the challenges and concerns of our target markets," said Robin Rains, 86.com cofounder and CEO. "By bringing together local distributors and foodservice operators, we will be creating a network that offers unprecedented savings and efficiency."
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