Argos
700 Grafton Gate, West,
Milton Keynes, MK9 1DL,
United Kingdom
Milton Keynes, MK9 1DL,
United Kingdom
44 34 5165-7415
Retail
Argos Technographics
Argos Software Purchases and Digital Transformation Initiatives
Discover the latest software purchases and digital transformation initiatives being undertaken by Argos and its business and technology executives. Each quarter our research team identifies on-prem and cloud applications that are being used by the 9500 Argos employees from the public (Press Releases, Customer References, Testimonials, Case Studies and Success Stories) and proprietary sources.
During our research, we have identified that Argos has purchased the following applications: SoftCo ExpressAP for AP Automation in 2018, Oracle Payroll for Payroll in 2019, Microsoft 365 for Collaboration in 2015 and the related IT decision-makers and key stakeholders.
Our database provides customer insight and contextual information on which enterprise applications and software systems Argos is running and its propensity to invest more and deepen its relationship with SoftCo , Oracle , Orgvue or identify new suppliers as part of their overall Digital and IT transformation projects to stay competitive, fend off threats from disruptive forces, or comply with internal mandates to improve overall enterprise efficiency.
We have been analyzing Argos revenues, which have grown to $5.17 billion in 2024, plus its IT budget and roadmap, cloud software purchases, aggregating massive amounts of data points that form the basis of our forecast assumptions for Argos intention to invest in emerging technologies such as AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Blockchain, Autonomous Database or in cloud-based ERP, HCM, CRM, EPM, Procurement or Treasury applications.
Argos Data, Technology Stack, and Enterprise Applications
ERP Financial Management
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| SoftCo | Legacy | SoftCo ExpressAP | AP Automation | ERP Financial Management | n/a | 2018 | 2018 |
In 2018 Argos implemented SoftCo ExpressAP to address substantial delays and manual routing in processing non-merchandise supplier invoices. The deployment was framed as an AP Automation initiative to centralize invoice capture and approval and to remove paper-based distribution bottlenecks across the organization.
SoftCo ExpressAP was configured to provide centralized invoice capture, automated matching against valid purchase orders, workflow-driven invoice approval and supplier query handling. The implementation emphasized capture-to-payment visibility and automated approval routing, delivering typical AP Automation functional capabilities such as data extraction, PO matching, and an approval orchestration layer that enforces supplier compliance.
Operational coverage included Argos Accounts Payable, a core team of 25 staff supplemented by temporary resources, processing in excess of 40,000 invoices per annum. The centralized processing model eliminated multi-day internal mail routing, ensured invoices were matched against purchase order records prior to approval, and provided the AP organization with a single source of truth for invoice status from capture through to payment.
Results from the SoftCo Accounts Payable Automation deployment were explicitly reported by Argos, including an 86% reduction in invoice processing time from three weeks to three days, a reduction in reliance on temporary staff, a 50% decrease in supplier queries, and full visibility of all invoices throughout the AP process which enabled the team to focus on value-added activities and to realize prompt payment opportunities.
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HCM
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| Oracle | Zellis ResourceLink | Oracle Payroll | Payroll | HCM | n/a | 2019 | 2019 |
In 2019, Argos implemented Oracle Payroll. The deployment replaced Zellis ResourceLink and focused on centralizing payroll processing for the United Kingdom retail workforce supporting Argos as a retail employer of approximately 9,500 employees.
The implementation centered on core Oracle Payroll capabilities, including payroll processing and payroll batch runs, configuration of pay elements and statutory calculations, and data conversion routines. Oracle Payroll was configured to support Payroll functional workflows and payroll data validation typical of enterprise payroll systems.
Data migration from Zellis ResourceLink was executed using SQL development and extraction, transformation and load processes, with explicit HR Systems Management activities referenced during the engagement. The Oracle Payroll implementation was integrated into existing HR master data flows to ensure employee records and pay elements were synchronized between HR and payroll functions across the United Kingdom.
Project governance included an Application Build Consultant assignment from March 2019 to November 2019, covering build, SQL development for migration, and system configuration tasks. Governance responsibilities were structured between HR Systems and payroll teams to manage configuration, testing and cutover activities for Oracle Payroll.
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Recruiting | HCM |
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2022 | 2020 |
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Workforce Analytics | HCM |
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2016 | 2016 |
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Workforce Analytics, Workforce Management | HCM |
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2016 | 2016 |
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Workforce Scheduling | HCM |
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2014 | 2014 |
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Collaboration
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| Microsoft | Legacy | Microsoft 365 | Collaboration | Collaboration | n/a | 2015 | 2015 |
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Content Management
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Web Content Management | Content Management |
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2015 | 2016 |
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eCommerce
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eCommerce | eCommerce |
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2004 | 2004 |
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Personalization and Product Recommendations | eCommerce |
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2013 | 2013 |
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SCM
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Logistics Management | SCM |
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2010 | 2010 |
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CRM
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Customer Analytics | CRM |
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2016 | 2016 |
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Customer Loyalty | CRM |
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2020 | 2020 |
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Interactive Voice Response (IVR) | CRM |
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2011 | 2011 |
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Marketing Analytics | CRM |
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2020 | 2020 |
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Marketing Automation | CRM |
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2017 | 2017 |
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Marketing Automation | CRM |
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2016 | 2016 |
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Tag Management | CRM |
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2018 | 2018 |
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ITSM
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Application Performance Management | ITSM |
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2019 | 2019 |
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IaaS
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Content Delivery Network | IaaS |
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2018 | 2018 |
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Content Delivery Network | IaaS |
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2018 | 2018 |
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CyberSecurity
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Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) | CyberSecurity |
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2012 | 2012 |
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Secure Web Gateways (SWG) | CyberSecurity |
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2015 | 2015 |
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IT Decision Makers and Key Stakeholders at Argos
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Apps Being Evaluated by Argos Executives
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FAQ - APPS RUN THE WORLD Argos Technographics
Argos is a Retail organization based in United Kingdom,
with around 9500 employees and annual revenues of $5.17 billion.
Argos operates a diverse technology stack with applications such as
SoftCo ExpressAP, Oracle Payroll and Microsoft 365,
covering areas like AP Automation, Payroll and Collaboration.
Argos has invested in cloud applications and AI-driven platforms to optimize efficiency and growth,
collaborating with vendors such as SoftCo, Oracle and Microsoft.
Argos recently adopted applications including
Oracle Cloud HCM Recruiting in 2022, Nectar Loyalty in 2020 and Adobe Analytics Cloud in 2020,
highlighting its ongoing modernization strategy.
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