Global commerce solutions provider Toshiba has unveiled an advanced Retail Operations Centre in Almere, the Netherlands.

The new facility is equipped with innovative technology and a robust inventory management system to improve operational efficiency while delivering better service.

According to Toshiba, the technologies will enable it to improve storage, real-time tracking of inventory and custom-configure solutions to meet the requirement of retail customers and partners.

Toshiba global commerce solutions European operation executive director Linda Scott said: "The opening of the new Retail Operations Centre represents a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers across Europe.

"The Operation Centre's strategic location near to Amsterdam enables access to the Netherlands' excellent infrastructure and logistical advantages, providing proximity to major transportation routes and easy access to international shipping services.

“This makes it the perfect location to centralise European retail operations, enhance our operational efficiency and to provide more and higher quality services to our customers and partners."

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, the retail division of Toshiba, provides solutions and services that enable retailers to adapt to evolving consumers and market conditions.

The new site will facilitate customers' collaboration with Toshiba’s experienced team to create tailored deployment solutions that meet their specific requirements and store rollout plans.

Toshiba Europe senior vice-president and managing director Andrew Mc Daniel said: “We are already experiencing the centre’s ability to provide efficiency for our customers. This milestone underlines our commitment to better serve our customers, streamline our operations and strengthen our position as a leading end-to-end solution provider in the Retail Store Solutions IT sector.”