TCS extends Coop Danmark tie up for one of the largest implementation projects of its kind in the Nordics

Tata Consultancy Services has extended its partnership with Coop Danmark to support the core business system of the consumer goods retailer. By managing Coop’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform on SAP S/4HANA, TCS aims to enable efficient operations for the retailer and consistent shopping experiences for customers across 900 plus stores.

TCS has been supporting Coop Danmark’s digital transformation journey and adoption of the SAP S/4HANA enterprise resource planning platform for the past five years. Through this extended engagement, it will continue supporting Coop’s ERP to further stabilise, optimise and enhance its central digital core system.

Lars Ole Dybdal, Chief Technology Officer, Coop Danmark, comments: “We are building the Coop of the future and using the latest technology to offer a shopping experience customers will keep coming back for. To realise our vision, our digital transformation must continue.  We are delighted to extend our strategic partnership with TCS to accelerate our journey, innovate, and create value for our two million members.”

One of the largest implementations of its kind in the Nordics, the move to SAP S/4HANA has standardised business processes throughout Coop’s retail operations, from in-store operations or supply chain management. The aim now is to tap machine learning, artificial intelligence and other technologies while continuing to scale up automation and innovation initiatives along with increased efficiency.

Abhijit Niyogi, Business Head, Retail – UK, EMEA & India, TCS, says: “We are proud to extend our partnership with Coop Danmark and support the critical core function of their retail business, leveraging our contextual knowledge and deep domain expertise. We look forward to integrating AI and automation in Coop’s core operations, supporting its goal to create a simpler, more sustainable business that meets the needs of every shopper.”  

Vikram Sharma, Country Head, TCS Denmark, says: "Coop Denmark is creating the next-generation retail company. Technology is key to unlocking potential and provide consumers with a smoother shopping experience. We are pleased that Coop continues to trust us to help them with their digital transformation.”

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Digital transformation will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards. which will open for entries in March, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering. 

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