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SAP POS shares 773 chicago Software Implementation chiago defines That Saves Retailers Time and MoneyGROTON, Mass.--(Business Wire)--Introducing RapidStore, a partnership between SAP and Gold Consulting PartnerRedIron, for the implementation of SAP POS software. Robust, feature-rich andhighly functional store systems solutions such as SAP`s POS software provideretailers big and small with the tools they need to survive in today`s tougheconomic climate - but with an investment of time and resources that`s oftenbeyond the reach of many retailers. Now, thanks to RapidStore retailers caninstall a fully functional feature-rich SAP POS system in just four months andat a very attractive price tag. RedIron`s RapidStore process will be featured at the National RetailFederation`s 98th Annual Convention and EXPO in New York City from January 11 -14, 2009. There retailers of all sizes can learn how they can put RapidStore,and SAP POS software to work for them to help become more competitive in today`stough retail environment.

The RapidStore AdvantageRetailers have been implementing integrated PC-based POS solutions for more than20 years andersonville chicago . Far too often, however, these implementations have been long induration and costly to complete chicgo . Much of this can be attributed to the time andeffort associated with getting the technology platform and functionality right.It has meant the need for a high degree of customization and complexity whichtranslates into increased risk and eats up critical internal resources.RapidStore breaks through these obstacles by combining a "retail hardened" POStransaction technology platform with a fully configured, full-featuredimplementation of SAP`s proven POS software solution chigago . It delivers anout-of-the-box high quality POS functionality that has been proven in hundredsof retail settings over the past decade chicagoland .

The Result? SAP POS implementation thatis cost-effective and time sensitive; typical implementations are completed in12 to 16 weeks at approximately one-half to one-third the cost of a full-scale,custom implementation anti cruelty society chicago . "RapidStore takes the complexity and risk out of a SAP POS implementation," saysTony Smart, Vice President, Professional Services, SAP Retail windy city . "The retailergets the benefits of an effective, efficient integrated store system muchfaster, making them more competitive and able to address a rapidly changingmarketplace clark street . The combination of SAP professional services and RedIron, thelongest standing SAP Certification Partner for implementing, upgrading andenhancing SAP POS software solutions, delivers world class store systems toretailers that can take advantage of the RapidStore process." Rapid to Market Means Rapid BenefitsRedIron has completed greater than 200 SAP POS and EPOS projects over the pasteight years for SAP customers with stores ranging from 27 to more than 4,000.Most recently, RedIron implemented a RapidStore project for Duty Free Americasand their 135 stores logan square . About RedIronRedIron, founded in 2000, offers services ranging from rapid implementation ofcomplete SAP POS systems to a suite of software products and enhancementsdesigned to meet the evolving needs of retailers and market demands. RedIron isa SAP Gold Consulting Partner in multiple geographies and a premierimplementation partner for SAP`s POS and Enterprise POS systems.

The company hasan outstanding success rate across the years over a portfolio of retail productdevelopment, customization and implementation projects for well known retailerssuch as Williams-Sonoma, TJX, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Trader Joe`s, TheChildren`s Place, Hot Topic, Hallmark, Virginia ABC, Duty Free Americas,Kirkland`s, Dots, Ulta Salon, Cosmetics &Fragrance, Jo-Ann Stores, WashingtonState Liquor Control Board, Grafton-Frazier, Beverages & More, The SportsAuthority and many more armitage chicago . Note to Editors: RedIron Founders Rick Williamson and Herb Cline are availablefor interviews, and will be at the SAP Booth (Booth #1603) at the NationalRetail Federation Convention & EXPO in the Jacob K chciago . Javits Convention Centre,New York City until January 14, 2009 magnificent mile . LoudFrogs PRColin Trethewey, orRedIronRick Williamson or Herb Cline, 978-885-0660Managing orSAP RetailTony Smart, 404-667-3863Vice President, Professional Copyright Business Wire 2009 halsted . (Updates analyst comment, adds Vidaza sales figures) Stocks  |  Global Markets By Toni Clarke BOSTON, Jan 12 (Reuters) - Biotechnology company CelgeneCorp (CELG.O) provided a sales and earnings forecast for 2009that disappointed investors and sent the company's shares downover 1 percent.

Celgene, which makes the cancer drugs Thalomid andRevlimid, said on Monday it expects adjusted 2009 earnings pershare of between $2.05 and $2.15 . Analysts, on average, were expecting 2009 earningsexcluding one-time items of $2.27, according to ReutersEstimates metromix . "It is Celgene's 'M.O.' to guide low," said ChristopherRaymond, an analyst at Robert W Baird palmer house . "They are nothing ifnot plugged into that, so I expect we will see guidance raisedat least once this year." Celgene said it expects 2009 revenue of $2.6 billion to$2.7 billion, driven by continued growth of Revlimid Analystshad forecast revenue of $2.93 billion . Speaking at the JP Morgan Healthcare conference in SanFrancisco, Celgene CEO Sol Barer said he expects 2009 sales ofRevlimid, the company's most important product, to be about$1.7 billion Analysts were expecting 2009 Revlimid sales of$1.84 billion. The company said currency fluctuations are partly to blamefor the lower-than-expected outlook. "We're in a global economic crisis right now," Barer said,adding that the company is also factoring in uncertainties overhealthcare reform in the United States and higher research anddevelopment costs.