The Cary, N.C.-based company will implement these KSS products to enable them to respond more quickly to changing oil prices. The Pantry sells gasoline at most of its locations; additionally, commercial fuel is available at about 80 travel center sites. Its primary operating [image-nocss] banner is Kangaroo Express.
"We selected these KSS solutions because we wanted a higher level of efficiency around our execution of fuel price changes. Having a system that provides enhanced market responsiveness will enable us to improve our overall performance around fuel volume and margin," said Keith Bell, senior vice president of fuels operations and construction for The Pantry. "We are convinced that these KSS solutions offer our stores a 'best practices' approach to fuel pricing."
"We are delighted to have The Pantry as a new partner and are eager to help them maximize profits," said Bob Stein, president and CEO of KSS. "Our PriceNet, Analytics, Mapping and Analyzer products will let them evaluate pricing at the local site level and make informed pricing decisions rapidly."
KSS is a leading global provider of pricing software, analytics and consulting services to fuel retailers and wholesalers in the oil and gas, convenience store and retail industries. KSS helps fuel marketers identify and efficiently execute optimal pricing strategies. The company's U.S. headquarters is located in Florham Park, N.J.
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