Irish ERP software provider Noledge has launched sruu, a digital platform designed to help retailers centralise operational data, automate business processes and improve visibility across their operations. The launch is relevant to organisations focused on operational excellence as businesses continue investing in integrated systems that support efficiency and informed decision making.

ITBrief UK reported that the platform is already being used by more than 600 stores across Ireland and the UK. Noledge has invested €250,000 in the product, expects it to generate €1 million in revenue by 2028 and plans to create 10 roles in product development, support, finance, sales and marketing over the same period.

Developed as the latest version of Noledge's existing Connections platform, sruu combines electronic point of sale, supplier, accounting and energy data into a single system. The platform enables retailers to manage sales, stock and financial reporting while monitoring and automating energy use across single or multiple locations.

Current customers include Corrib Oil, Jump Juice Bars, Sewell on the go and Jos Richardson & Son. The company said it intends to double the number of stores using the platform over the next three years as it expands its customer base across Ireland and the UK.

Head of operations Ladislav Zimanyi said: "sruu is a one-stop shop for retailers to automate their business processes and improve operational visibility. It is scalable as businesses grow and simplifies expansion as new retail sites are added. The ability to use business data to spot trends and patterns in a rapidly changing retail landscape, as consumer demand continues to shift, will help stores keep pace with competitors. We are on an ambitious growth path and plan to expand our presence in response to increasing demand for digital capabilities among businesses. A new generation of retailers is emerging in the digital age, and we look forward to becoming a key part of their journeys."

Noledge said the investment aligns with its strategy to expand its software portfolio for retailers while increasing recurring subscription revenue. The company also plans to continue developing the platform's capabilities to support customer onboarding and evolving retailer requirements.