Microsoft acquires the To-Increase Retail Chain Manager solution

September 22nd 2009: To-Increase announces that Microsoft has acquired the intellectual property for the Retail Chain Manager Solution based on Microsoft Dynamics® AX. As part of the acquisition, Microsoft and To-Increase will enter into a strategic agreement for Microsoft Dynamics AX solutions that target the retail market space.

Since 2005, the To-Increase Retail Chain Manager solution has been available through the Microsoft pricelist as a leading ISV solution for retail customers. As of September 22nd, Microsoft will own the intellectual property for Retail Chain Manager. The acquisition serves the Microsoft strategy to strengthen Microsoft Dynamics core industry offerings for the retail market space.

Acquiring proven solutions, such as Retail Chain Manager for Microsoft Dynamics AX, is a strategic move that enables Microsoft to drive further innovation with partners and customers in the global retail industry. “Microsoft is investing in building industry functionality into its ERP product Dynamics AX and retail is a major focus for us,” says Crispin Read, general manager, Microsoft Dynamics ERP. "To-Increase is a proven ISV who will continue to deliver solutions that enhance the Microsoft Dynamics ERP platform and deliver value to customers.”

The agreement signed between Microsoft and To-Increase formalizes a strategic relationship between the Microsoft Dynamics Team and To-Increase. To-Increase will assist Microsoft in the migration of Retail Chain Manager to the next release of the Microsoft Dynamics AX retail solution. That end-to-end retail solution will include a Microsoft-based POS offering.

The agreement consists of a joint commitment from To-Increase and Microsoft to strengthen their solutions offerings to retail customers. Working under the Microsoft Certified for Dynamics program, To-Increase will focus on developing functionality specific to sub-verticals for the Microsoft Dynamics Retail solution.

Cornelis Bosch, To-Increase CEO, says: “This agreement fits well with the To-Increase strategy. Microsoft will focus on the core Retail Capabilities for Microsoft Dynamics AX, while To-Increase and its partners will continue to focus on vertical-specific solutions, such as fashion retail."

Working together with Microsoft, the To-Increase team will continue to provide support for the Retail Chain Manager solution. With vast experience in the retail space and a strong partner channel, To-Increase will continue to establish themselves as a focused retail solution provider.

About To-Increase
As a global ISV and Microsoft Gold Certified partner, To-Increase develops solutions for industry verticals—including manufacturing, retail, construction, warehouse, and professional services. Our portfolio for Microsoft Dynamics AX and Microsoft Dynamics NAV includes end-to-end industry solutions, business integration solutions, and a wide range of add-on products. We also develop e-Con, a leading sales and product configurator designed to work seamlessly with Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM solutions. The To-Increase team brings together deep experience developing business software with industry vertical expertise. In July 2009, we were awarded the Microsoft Dynamics Outstanding ISV of the Year. For the second consecutive year, we were also named to the Inner Circle and President’s Club. We sell our solutions indirectly, through a global partner network.

For additional information, contact:
Moira Scicluna, +31 318 531 900, mscicluna@to-increase.com

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