Hugo Boss enlists Nedap for global RFID roll-out

Hugo Boss has selected Nedap’s iD Cloud platform for its retail business.

The aim of this tie up is to create supply chain visibility, improve merchandise availability and to deliver excellent shopping experiences.

Nedap’s inventory management platform Hugo Boss with end-to-end, real-time inventory visibility and optimal merchandise availability using RFID technology.

As part of the project, all Hugo Boss global stores will be equipped with Nedap’s iD Cloud store app, allowing fast and regular stock counts, efficient replenishment, and smart refill suggestions.

By knowing exactly what is in stock in stores, Hugo Boss can offer services such as Ship-From-Store and Click & Collect (BOPIS) in an efficient manner.

Tom Vieweger, RFID Business Expert at Nedap, says: “The partnership between Hugo Boss and Nedap underlines that fashion retail and technology go hand in hand.”

“We believe that real-time, item-level inventory data is crucial for developing successful omnichannel strategies for brands and retailers. By adopting RFID technology, our iD Cloud Platform and its global user community, Hugo Boss remains amongst the frontrunners in the industry.”