HEMA introduces JDA Software solution into supply chain

HEMA has selected JDA Software’s JDA Luminate Demand Edge and JDA Fulfllment solutions, fuelled by Blue Yonder’s artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities, for a supply chain transformation project.

“We are very driven to grow from a retailer to a global brand. A modern IT landscape will facilitate this growth where agility, cost awareness and time to market are key,” says Carsten Klomp, CIO at HEMA, which has 750 stores across Europe.

“JDA fits our microservices approach and is a key component in our digital supply chain transformation. This will enable us to continue building a much more data driven business. We see great opportunities in the use of machine learning to improve overall quality and empower our colleagues and stores. Together we will shape HEMA’s digital future as a critical enabler in our journey.”

“We underwent a highly competitive, in-depth evaluation of industry technology providers. We were impressed by JDA’s fulfilment solution, combined with the automated forecasting capabilities fuelled by Blue Yonder’s AI/ML,” says Jan Daan van Erven Dorens, Manager Supply Chain Development at HEMA.

“The forecast accuracy demonstrated by the JDA solution was highest and exceeded our expectations. Its vision, solutions and team are a perfect fit for our supply chain transformation journey, as we accelerate our vision to become a global brand.”