Premier International Retailer Signs With Fixture Perfect International

FPI To Help with Merchandising For 250 Polo Jeans Stores

Dallas June 6, 2000 Polo Jeans Company, a division of the Polo Ralph Lauren Corp., has chosen Fixture Perfect International, Inc., (FPI) to implement its merchandising program in 250 B and C+ new shop installations and renovations as part of an image update for the premier retail company. Founded in 1990, FPI is the only national turnkey resource for program management, store and fixture design, planning, fixturing, site survey and CAD services, logistics management, general construction, installation of retail fixtures, and merchandising.

"FPI is recognized as an industry leader based on its ability to provide outstanding service, unparalleled quality and superb value,” said FPI President and CEO Richard Davis. “A contract of this magnitude with an exclusive retailer like Polo Jeans validates our reputation. FPI provides turnkey services for retailers across the country, and we're pleased that Polo Jeans has recognized our ability to help them with such an important project.

Over 240,000 square feet will be re-imaged, with a scheduled completion date of November 2000. The Merchandising Division, FPI's newest service, will be responsible for management of the project.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for our new division," noted Sue O'Fee, FPI Director of Merchandising. "We couldn't be more pleased that our first major project is for one of the most prestigious retailers in the world. FPI currently performs all installs for Polo Jeans, and we are thrilled the company has chosen to extend our services to include merchandising. Their level of trust in FPI is fitting since both companies stress quality and service above all else.

In addition to Polo Jeans Company, FPI is also the retail development services provider of choice for top retailers such as Tommy Hilfiger and Nike. These customers can take advantage of the most advanced technological services in the industry available through FPI.

FPI's state-of-the-art database tracks and schedules jobs and employees up to the minute. Field employees carry laptops and digital cameras to send photographs and job file information to the network. This technology allows FPI to efficiently create a schedule, survey the stores, draw CAD layouts, forward photographs and information, order fixtures, handle delivery logistics and install the product in much less time.

"One of the reasons FPI has been able to attract top retailers is our extensive use of technology," noted Ms. O'Fee. "Polo Jeans has indicated that they will take advantage of these cutting-edge technology tools to ensure an easy and clean rollout of their new image inside all 250 stores."

In its 10 years of business, FPI has grown to include 200 experienced personnel, and its craftsmen, architects and designers are renowned for their expertise. “Our success and dynamic growth has allowed FPI to attract and keep top-quality individuals,” added Davis. “This means clients will get even smoother and better rollouts, so they can focus on their most important task, profitably operating their stores."