PizzaExpress, the popular Italian restaurant chain, has signed a contract with enterprise software provider Alphameric to implement its web-based ERP software, Caterwide.

The system will be rolled out across 335 UK restaurant locations in August 2008. According to Alphameric, the project will see features such as web-based ordering and stock control integrated with application modules such as cash control and advanced business intelligence offered by Caterwide.

The order module offers transaction processing features such as ordering, supplier confirmation, recommended substitution, delivery confirmation, short delivery, returns and wastage control. The feature enables clients to eliminate the need to re-key information at every outlet, supplier or the head office.

John Sullivan, director of group IT for Gondola, PizzaExpress’ parent company, said: "Having conducted an extensive review of the marketplace we selected Alphameric based on the strength and depth of its products, level of services and ability to deliver a smooth deployment of its web based software, tilling and hardware to our PizzaExpress restaurants."