Bamboo Rose, a US-based platform that facilitates collaborative product development and supply chain management for global retailers, has acquired Supply Pilot, a supplier engagement provider and collaboration software based in Nottingham. This acquisition aims to expand the capabilities of the Bamboo Rose retail management platform, promoting better collaboration between retailers and suppliers and increasing supply chain visibility. It also aligns with Bamboo Rose’s commitment to advancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. With this acquisition, Bamboo Rose is set to provide comprehensive supplier engagement and supply chain technology solutions to the fashion, apparel, and general merchandise retail sectors worldwide.
According to Bamboo Rose CEO Matt Stevens, the modern retail landscape requires seamless and ongoing collaboration among retailers, suppliers, and vendors. By combining the capabilities of Supply Pilot’s systems with Bamboo Rose’s platform, efficiency and sustainability can be enhanced. James Butcher, CEO of Supply Pilot, also expressed his excitement about joining Bamboo Rose’s team of retail technologists and making significant advancements in digital transformation.
As a combined entity, Bamboo Rose and Supply Pilot manage around US $1.2 trillion in transactions annually for various products and users, including leading fashion and apparel brands like Movado and Pacsun. This collective platform will address critical business challenges in the fashion, apparel, and general merchandise retail sectors worldwide, providing comprehensive solutions for supplier engagement and supply chain management.
