Blue Fox Contracts Out Logistics To DOCdata.

Business Editors

DORDRECHT, The Netherlands--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July, 18, 2000

Blue Fox Enterprises N.V. and DOCdata N.V. have signed an agreement under which Blue Fox is to contract out the majority of the logistics operations of its subsidiaries Kenfil Distribution and Nr.1 Software to DOCdata. DOCdata has automated facilities capable of sending out thousands of orders per day and which can also handle peaks in order flows.

The DOCdata system is equipped both for the delivery of large numbers of small orders and for large orders within 24 hours. Using DOCdata's e-commerce and retail fulfilment facilities gives Blue Fox the opportunity to book unlimited growth in its current distribution activities. Blue Fox will shortly add to this the internet sales of the same range of more then 40,000 articles. The great efficiency with which DOCdata can facilitate the storage and dispatch of the products, will enable Blue Fox to realise cost savings on logistics activities in due course, and the freed-up warehouse space can be converted for use in other activities such as training and secondment services.

Execution of the agreement

The transfer of the logistics operations is expected to start in August. Kenfil Distribution and Nr.1 Software are currently putting the last touches to the implementation of a new ERP system. From August, orders will be fed fully automatically via a data line into the DOCdata logistics system, which subsequently ensures delivery within 24 hours. In the near future, the same system could be used to perform services for other internet companies, which wish to make use of the Kenfil Distribution product range. For instance, the Blue Fox business and retail software portal will shortly use the same facilities via Kenfil Distribution. Other internet e-commerce companies could use this system to take advantage of the set-up chosen by Kenfil Distribution and Nr. 1 Software.

Profile Blue Fox Enterprises

Blue Fox Enterprises N.V. is an ICT services company, specialised in distribution of software and dedicated hardware in combination with services such as internet, satellite telecommunication, training, software projects, infrastructure, software management, secondment, recruitment & selection and magazine publishing. Blue Fox is listed on the Official Market of Amsterdam Exchanges (AEX).

Profile DOCdata

DOCdata is a leading independent provider of supply chain management services to content owners: audio, multimedia and software publishers with facilities in The Netherlands, France, Germany, United Kingdom and the United States. DOCdata provides e-commerce fulfillment services to webshops, retail chains, direct marketing and Internet service providers. DOCdata also designs and builds production systems based on optical and laser technology.