Argos Improves Distribution System with VoiceLogistics

PRINCETON, NJ and BRUGGE, BELGIUM - Voxware, Inc. (OTC: VOXW), a provider of integrated voice-based solutions for logistics, announced that Argos Ltd. has implemented a pilot of its VoiceLogistics technology in one of its distribution centers in Basildon, United Kingdom. "Our distribution is a major component of our business strategy. Delivering accurate and effective service, and maintaining cost competitiveness is the key. Optimizing operational performance is very important to us," said an Argos spokesperson. "Therefore, we looked at different possible technology alternatives and it was clear that with voice applications, given the right focus and approach, it is very likely that we will achieve our objectives. We selected Voxware's VoiceLogistics solution because we felt a good match existed between both our companies' vision and project approach, next to the proven quality and flexibility of their technology solution." Argos has deployed VoiceLogistics in its Basildon distribution center to streamline its picking and order fulfilment processes. The implementation was executed by Voxware's UK-based professional services team, assisted by members of Voxware's European office headquartered in Brugge, Belgium, and the Argos internal project team. "Argos has a very strong vision for using technology to maximize the effectiveness of their distribution center operations," said Dr. Bathsheba J. Malsheen, Voxware's CEO. "Labor is one of the biggest cost factors in distribution, and it is where Voxware excels. Our VoiceLogistics product optimizes the contribution of each worker, yielding substantial cost benefits. We are extremely pleased to be supporting Argos' strategic supply chain initiative."