RPE and SAS Transforming Grocery Retail with AI-Driven Planning and Engagement
Transforming Grocery Retail with RPE + SAS
In today’s fast-paced grocery landscape, retailers are under pressure to deliver more—more accuracy in planning, more personalization in customer engagement, and more agility in responding to market shifts. That’s where RPE and SAS deliver.
RPE is a trusted partner to leading grocery and retail organizations, helping them modernize legacy systems, streamline operations, and unlock new efficiencies. With decades of experience in retail consulting and systems integration, RPE understands the complexity of grocery—from forecasting and replenishment to merchandising and supply chain execution.
Together with SAS, a global leader in advanced analytics and AI, we offer a powerful combination of technology and expertise designed to help grocers thrive. Our joint solutions and services are designed to address the real-world challenges retailers face every day, with a focus on intelligent planning, customer intelligence, and AI enablement.
One standout example is Calimax, a leading grocery chain in Mexico. Facing the complex challenge of managing perishable goods, Calimax turned to SAS to overhaul its demand planning strategy. The result? A smarter, more responsive supply chain that ensures the right products are delivered at the right time and price—maximize freshness, minimize waste, and improve customer satisfaction.
Case Study
Calimax Uses SAS to Optimize Produce Forcasting
SAS Intelligent Planning
Supported by RPE’s implementation and support services, SAS Intelligent Planning empowers retailers to forecast demand with precision, optimize inventory, and reduce waste. It integrates seamlessly with legacy ERP systems, making it easy to modernize without disrupting operations. Whether you’re managing seasonal shifts or responding to supply chain volatility, SAS Intelligent Planning helps you stay ahead.
Planning is just one piece of the puzzle. Today’s grocery customers expect personalized, omnichannel experiences—and that’s where SAS CI360 (Customer Intelligence 360) comes in. This powerful platform enables real-time customer data activation, campaign orchestration, and loyalty strategy execution. Whether it’s delivering personalized offers, optimizing promotions, or engaging shoppers across digital and in-store channels, CI360 helps grocers build deeper, more profitable relationships.
Why RPE + SAS?
What sets RPE and SAS apart is their ability to combine deep retail expertise with cutting-edge analytics to deliver transformative outcomes. SAS provides the technology foundation—analytics, AI, and cloud-based solutions—while RPE delivers the strategy, implementation, and support needed to turn those tools into results. We don’t just deliver software—we work alongside your teams to ensure success.
- Bold Collaboration, Real Results: A partnership built on complementary strengths.
- RPE Expertise: Proven retail consulting and systems integration for grocery and CPG.
- SAS Intelligent Planning: AI-powered forecasting and replenishment for perishables and beyond.
- Implementation Excellence: RPE delivers seamless integration and rapid value realization.
- SAS CI360: Real-time customer data activation and omnichannel engagement.
- AI Enablement: Pre-built campaigns and strategic guidance to help grocers adopt AI with confidence.
- Operational Impact: Leverage your IT investment, improve planning accuracy, and elevate customer satisfaction.
- Tailored for Grocery: Solutions designed specifically for merchandisers, planners, IT, and supply chain leaders.
Let’s Connect
Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or looking to optimize existing systems, RPE and SAS offer a clear, actionable path forward. Let’s connect to explore how RPE and SAS can help you transform your operations, deliver better outcomes for your customers, and build a smarter, more connected grocery experience—one that’s ready for the future.