Great partnerships make great things happen
When you’re a retailer as ambitious and forward-thinking as Varner, choosing the right partner isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about finding someone who gets you. Someone who shares your vision, works side-by-side with you, and is just as invested in your success as you are.
It’s an ethos we share and we live by. Partnership is in our DNA. So when we started having conversations with Varner, one of the largest fashion retailers in the Nordics, we both quickly realized that through a partnership built on collaboration, trust, and shared knowledge that together, we could make each other better.
Integrating a new POS system into a complex organization is no small task. It requires technical expertise, smooth project management, and above all, teamwork. So, how did we deliver it? And what does a true partnership really look like?
Let’s dive into Varner’s quest for partnership and why we checked all the boxes.
A shared vision for growth
For Varner, the word partner means more than just a vendor - it means someone they can grow with, someone who sees the bigger picture. From the start, we understood this vision and approached the project with a mindset focused on collaboration and mutual success.
We weren’t just there to implement a solution and walk away. We were there to work with Varner, ensuring every step of the journey was clear, manageable, and results-driven. This shared vision - built on growth, trust, and the drive to improve - was exactly what Varner was looking for.
Henning Fladland, Product Manager at Varner, explains: “It’s always been a partnership and that’s something that’s very important to us. When we chose Sitoo, we wanted someone to grow with, and a partner Varner was important to. Sitoo ticked all the boxes.”
This wasn’t just about implementing new technology. It was about building something great. And doing it together.
Trust and collaboration were the foundations the project was built on. Implementing a new POS solution at scale is no small feat. It’s a massive project with countless moving parts. The key to doing it as successfully as we did? Strong leadership, clear communication, and technical expertise. Our project leaders worked closely with Varner every step of the way, guiding the process, solving challenges, and keeping everything on track.
Jon Martin Skranes, a retail architect at Varner, says: “Integrating a POS environment with an organization like Varner is a big project, but it always felt achievable. The workshops with Sitoo, supported by strong project management on both sides and guidance from their technical experts and solution architects, really helped me get a clear overview of all the different areas. From the very beginning, it felt like we were in safe hands.”
A win-win story
We worked hand-in-hand to deliver a solution that not only met expectations but set a new standard for what collaboration could achieve. Each side brought something unique to the table, and together, we raised the bar.
As Henning Fladland says:
“Together, we’ve been dynamite, in my opinion. We’ve had brilliant project leaders from Sitoo, following up every step of the way and making life easy for us.”
Varner’s insights and experience combined with our technology and expertise created a dynamic partnership where both sides learned, grew, and delivered results. It’s proof that when you combine knowledge, ambition, and the right mindset, the outcome is greater than the sum of its parts.
And it doesn’t stop there.
The project wasn’t just about implementation; it was about building something that would evolve and adapt to meet the future needs of Varner’s customers. Retail isn’t static. It’s constantly changing, and staying ahead requires a partner who’s willing to innovate, adapt, and grow alongside you.
Susanne Kvilvang-Daae Fasting, Product Owner at Varner, says it like this: “It’s very important that it’s not just an implementation project, but that you have ongoing development. Customer expectations will change, and new functionality needs to be developed. We’re looking forward to our continuous partnership and to making each other better in the future.”
In summary
At the heart of this story is a simple truth: great partnerships make great things happen. For Varner, choosing Sitoo wasn’t just about checking boxes - it was about finding a partner who understood their vision, shared their ambition, and delivered results every step of the way.
From strong teamwork and seamless collaboration to ongoing development and innovation, the partnership between Varner and Sitoo is proof of what’s possible when you work together to achieve something bigger.
This isn’t just a success story; it’s a blueprint for what true partnership looks like.
If you’re looking for the perfect partner to work alongside you, let’s talk.
