This book is a directory of over 1,000 software packages used in retail operation. It is organized alphabetically by vendor name and provides all necessary vendor contact information (address, phone & fax numbers, contact name, and number of clients). For each package, it lists system functions, the hardware platform and operating system required to run the software, the programming language the software is written in, pricing information, and the number of installations using that package. The book provides a guide for retailers who need information on software to meet their data collection needs.

Table of Contents

Overview of Retail Software Market and the Directory.; Software Evaluation Approach.; Considerations for Small Retailers.; How to Use the Directory.; Retail Systems Cross References.; Vendor & Package Descriptions.; Appendices.

Author Biography

COOPERS & LYBRAND, LLP, is an international professional services firm, serving more than 1,500 retail clients in the United States alone. These clients represent all segments of the retail industry and range from small, emerging companies to the leading players in their fields.