The continuity of the aggressive M&S expansion plan of the Greek Marks & Spencer in local and foreign markets is included in M&S UK’s portfolio of business, Central Europe being one of the recent markets entered.
The Group entrusted SCICOM with the implementation of Microsoft-Navision & LS Retail for their store opening in Geneva.

Mr. Grigoris Kabouroglou, IT Manager of
MARINOPOULOS GROUP, stated:
“We were looking for a strategic partner that would be able to cover the company’s increasing need for expansion and growth in a satisfying number of
European markets, in addition to the Greek market.
By implementing Microsoft – Navision & LS Retail, we expect improvement and integration of our IT processes, which means more effective management with existing human resources regarding IT as well as more general improvement of the daily IT routine in our shops abroad.
The choice of SCICOM was based: Ι) on the very good references that resulted from the market, ΙΙ) on the comparative advantages that SCICOM presented compared with the other IT S/W companies during our evaluation process, and ΙΙΙ) on the general impression that we acquired from our contacts regarding the know-how and the organization.”
ABOUT M&S
Marks & Spencer is one of the worldwide leading retailers of clothing; foods and home wear, possessing 16% of the UK market. Approximately 10 million people shop with M&S each week in over 375 stores. In addition, 155 stores are managed under franchise in 28 territories. The Marks & Spencer U.K. is built around values of quality, fashion, value for money, service, innovation and trust.
M&S UK has entrusted the Marinopoulos Group – the most successful franchiser –with the right of exclusive use and exploitation of name Marks & Spencer in the wider region of Balkans. Currently, 23 stores operate in Greece, 2 in Romania, 2 in Croatia and 1 in Slovenia.
The successful track of the company in the prementioned countries, the experience and know-how of the Marinopoulos Group of companies ensures the success and exploitation the potential of M&S brand in new markets.
The group provides focus and direction to help effectively manage the business in each country, so they are able to tailor their services to the needs of different consumer groups, constantly adapting and improving our offer in each of the points of expansion.
The aim is to continually exceed the customers’ expectations by ensuring that the company meets their needs with appealing, superior quality and fashionable products at attractive prices, providing them with a modern and comfortable environment to shop.