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Psion Teklogix ( LSE: PON), a global provider of solutions for mobile computing, wireless data collection and RFID, today announced that 3663 First for Foodservice, the UK's leading food service supplier, with three divisions located in Banbury, Royton and Heywood is deploying Psion Teklogix' TekSpeech solution. The company has chosen the solution to reduce costs by increase productivity and accuracy and providing employees with real-time information.

The logistics division of 3663 First for Foodservice distributes products for customers such as Burger King, Pret a Manger and Compass. The company previously relied on a paper and batch driven system to handle 200 million stock transactions and 37 million cases per year across its warehouse operations. With the recent addition of Pizza Hut and KFC as customers, this caseload will increase to over 50 million. To meet the growing needs of its rapidly expanding customer base, 3663 needed a solution that would help it streamline processes to become more efficient.

By replacing its paper based system with the Psion Teklogix TekSpeech solution will offer the workers of 3663 the unique advantages having a hands and eyes free working environment, a higher degree of job satisfaction rather then equipment satisfaction and a natural and highly efficient user interface.

The results are an increase in accuracy and productivity, shorter training time of the worker, increased worker safety and real-time information. During peak times, when supervisors are occupied with other tasks, employees can be trained easily to learn new warehouse functions. This solution will help 3663 First for Foodservice to increase the flexibility of its workforce, positioning the company to better meet the needs of its customers and maintain its competitive advantage in the industry.

"We have been interested in speech technology for a number of years, and understand the benefits it will provide to our business and our customers," said Phil Oliver, supply chain manager, 3663 First for Foodservice. "Clearly this is a major change in both culture and process for our company, and we are extremely passionate about the business we operate and the service we deliver. To run this project we need to work with partners who are equally committed to its success as we are. Our research and selection process on this project has proven that Psion Teklogix is the right company to work with, as their passion and commitment to this project has been evident from day one."

"I have total confidence in the partners that we have selected in delivering this solution with our WMS supplier. Under the guidance of Psion Teklogix, which has a wealth of experience in developing these systems worldwide, we know this project will be a success," said Andrew Selley, MD, logistics division, 3663 First for Foodservice.

"We have been working with 3663 First for Foodservice for over two years, and it is very exciting to formalise our partnership with this forward-thinking project," said Duncan Smillie, managing director, Psion Teklogix UK & Ireland. "Psion Teklogix has implemented a number of TekSpeech solutions around the world, and understands the challenges of deploying this type of technology in a warehouse environment. We are confident that together we will deliver a first-class speech system that will satisfy the needs of 3663 First for Foodservice's current and future customers."

About 3663 First for Foodservice
3663 First for Foodservice is the UK's leading foodservice wholesale distributor. The company offers a range of services to the whole industry, and delivers quality grocery, frozen, fresh, chilled and non-food items to approximately 30,000 customers. As brand champions, 3663 offers an extensive range of leading brands, as well as a selection of high quality own-label brands. For information on your local depot, 3663 products or catering advice, call 0870 3663 000 or email advice_centre@3663.co.uk. Alternatively visit www.3663.co.uk.

About Psion Teklogix Inc.
Psion Teklogix is a global provider of solutions for mobile computing, wireless data collection and RFID. The company's fully integrated mobile computing solutions include rugged hardware, secure wireless networks, robust software, professional services and exceptional support programs. Psion Teklogix is committed to helping its customers reap the benefits of new and emerging technologies, such as RFID. The company continues to introduce new RFID technologies that show tremendous potential across a wide range of markets. With over three decades of industry experience, Psion Teklogix has customers in more than 70 countries around the world, and over 35 sales and support offices in 16 countries. Psion Teklogix is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada with additional corporate offices located in the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia. Psion Teklogix is the operating business of Psion PLC, which is publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange (PON.L). For more information, visit www.psionteklogix.co.uk.