Carlson Hotels Worldwide Selects JDA Software to Implement Chain-Wide Revenue Optimization Solutions.Carlson Partners with JDA JDA Japan Defense Agency JDA Joint Development Agreement JDA Janne da Arc (band) JDA Joint Duty Assignment JDA Jerusalem Development Authority JDA Jovian Detention Authority (gaming) to Drive Value for its Franchisees with Next Generation Revenue Optimization Capabilities SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- JDA[R] Software Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: JDAS) today announced it has signed a ground-breaking agreement with Carlson Hotels Worldwide to implement a cutting-edge Revenue Optimization platform to increase asset value and profitability for Carlson franchisees. The first phase of the implementation enables Carlson to develop strong forecasting capability using JDA software JDA Software Group, Inc. is a demand and supply chain partner to the world’s leading retailers, manufacturers and suppliers and is located in Scottsdale, AZ. History Jim Armstrong, co-founded the U.S.-based JDA Software in 1985. , driving optimized rates and higher revenues at its more than 900 properties. Carlson operates in 71 countries under the brands Regent Hotels & Resorts; Radisson Hotels Radisson Hotels & Resorts is a worldwide chain of 435 hotels, with a total of 102,000 guest rooms, in 61 countries. The first Radisson Hotel was built in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1909, and was named for the 17th century French explorer Pierre-Esprit Radisson. & Resorts; Park Plaza[R] Hotels & Resorts, Country Inns & Suites(sm); and Park Inn([R]). "Carlson is taking the lead in chain-wide Revenue Optimization for its franchisees by partnering with the most experienced revenue management company in our industry," said Yvonne La Penotiere, president of Carlson Hotels Worldwide - The Americas. "We identified the most effective way of delivering revenue optimization and selected JDA Software Group to implement it." Investing in Revenue Optimization is part of Carlson's strategic future development plan to drive greater profitability for its operators, she added. Carlson tapped JDA because of its industry-leading forecasting solution, JDA Demand, and its broad, cross-industry revenue optimization and forecasting experience, both of which will benefit Carlson's operators. JDA provides revenue optimization and demand forecasting solutions to leading companies, such as Continental Airlines Cargo, DHL DHL abbr. 1. Doctor of Hebrew Letters 2. Doctor of Hebrew Literature and Dollar Thrifty thrifty said of livestock that put on body weight or produce in other ways with a minimum of feed. The opposite of illthrift. Automotive Group. Within hospitality, Omni Hotels Omni Hotels is a privately owned upscale hotel company based in Irving, Texas. Omni currently owns and/or manages 36 properties of which 4 are resorts. The company also has 2 franchise properties (Newport News, VA and Philadelphia, PA). and several of the industry's largest hotel franchise chains have implemented JDA's revenue management solutions. JDA Group Vice President Revenue Management Andy Archer Andy Archer is a fictional character on the SOAPnet drama series, . Dr. Archer is an anesthesiologist at General Hospital and he is portrayed by Ron Melendez. Andy Archer is also the name of a British disc jockey. said, "JDA has a matchless understanding of Revenue Optimization in the hospitality franchise space that will mean higher revenues for Carlson operators. Our track record of consistently delivering cutting-edge enterprise revenue optimization capabilities to hotel chains makes JDA the right choice for Carlson's plan to roll it out to franchisees." Carlson is taking a multi-phased approach to its Revenue Optimization implementation. In Phase One the company will provide accurate property-specific demand forecasting to each of its hotels, enabling them to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. brand strengths and property characteristics. "By providing each franchisee with an accurate expectation of demand, operators will be able to maximize rates and more profitably manage staffing, marketing and other areas," Archer said. Before selecting JDA, Carlson analyzed the industry and found many chains were failing to realize the benefits of Revenue Management because they lacked strong forecasting capabilities. Carlson worked with JDA to identify a way to deploy Revenue Optimization to its operators that is more effective in optimizing property performance. Jim Rozell, leading Carlson's Revenue Optimization team, added, "Starting with an industry-leading forecasting capability, Carlson will implement franchise Revenue Optimization more effectively than any other hotel company. JDA understands this discipline better than any other provider." About Carlson Hotels Worldwide Minneapolis-based Carlson Hotels Worldwide operates 948 locations in 71 countries, including Regent Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotels & Resorts[R], Park Plaza[R] Hotels & Resorts, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson(sm), and Park Inn[R]. Carlson Hotels Worldwide is one of the major operating groups of Carlson, a global leader in providing marketing, travel and hospitality services. Other names among the Carlson family of brands and services are: Regent Seven Seas Cruises Regent Seven Seas Cruises is a cruise line, formerly known as Radisson Seven Seas Cruises, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Luxury cruises are offered to over 300 ports on six continents, including Antarctica. , Carlson Marketing Group, Carlson Wagonlit Carlson Travel Network Carlson Travel Network can trace its origin back to a travel agency that was founded by Ward Forster in the United States in 1888 and named Ask Mr. Foster. Travel, Results Travel, Cruise Holidays, T.G.I. Friday's T.G.I. Friday's (often referred to as just "Fridays") is a popular American restaurant chain focusing on casual dining, with over 500 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Colombia, Mexico, Australia and the UK, as well as many other countries around the world. and Pick Up Stix restaurants. The company has been recognized by both Fortune and Working Mother magazines as one of the "100 best places to work for in America." About JDA Software Group, Inc. JDA[R] Software Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:JDAS) is the enduring demand and supply chain partner to the world's leading retailers, manufacturers and suppliers, helping more than 5,500 customers in more than 60 countries realize real demand chain results. JDA has solidified so·lid·i·fy v. so·lid·i·fied, so·lid·i·fy·ing, so·lid·i·fies v.tr. 1. To make solid, compact, or hard. 2. To make strong or united. v.intr. a unique marketplace position, in that only JDA can offer a complete vertically focused solution with the depth and breadth of capabilities necessary to enable the Customer-Driven Value Chain. JDA software solutions enable high-performance business process optimization Process optimization is the practice of making changes or adjustments to a process, to get results. Optimization is the use of specific techniques to determine the most cost effective and efficient solution to a problem or design for a process. and execution to achieve a connected view of the customer from raw materials flowing into production to end consumer products at the shelf. With offices in major cities around the world, JDA employs the industry's most experienced supply and demand chain experts to develop, deliver and support its solutions. For more information, visit www.jda.com, email info@jda.com or call 1-800-479-7382. This press release contains forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. that are made in reliance upon the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Forward-looking statements are generally accompanied by words such as "will," and "expect" and other words with forward-looking connotations. In this press release, such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, Mr. Archer's remarks regarding the prospective success of the Carlson project, Mr. Rozell's comments regarding Carlson's ability to implement Revenue Optimization more effectively than any other hotel company, and other comments concerning the future use of JDA's solutions, and the prospective benefits of using our software. The occurrence of future events may involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: the risk that not all users will be able to implement or use our software successfully, the risk that Carlson may not achieve the anticipated results from using our solutions, and other risks detailed from time to time in the "Risk Factors" section of our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additional information relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc the uncertainty affecting our business is contained in our filings with the SEC. As a result of these and other risks, actual results may differ materially from those predicted. JDA is not under any obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. "JDA" is a trademark or registered trademark of JDA Software Group, Inc. Any trade, product or service name referenced in this document using the name "JDA" is a trademark and/or property of JDA Software Group, Inc. |
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