Core Insights - Cognizant and Ace Hardware celebrate their 25-year partnership focused on advancing innovation in hardware retail, e-commerce, and supply chain management [1][2][6] - The collaboration has significantly contributed to Ace's digital transformation, enhancing core systems and e-commerce capabilities [2][5] Partnership Achievements - Over the past 25 years, Cognizant has facilitated Ace's transition from legacy systems to SAP, improving e-commerce and supply chain tools tailored to Ace's cooperative model [2][3] - Recent initiatives include the rollout of Manhattan Warehouse Management across more than 10 distribution centers, aimed at enhancing warehouse efficiency [3] Digital Transformation - The partnership has led to the launch of a digital version of Ace's annual spring convention, showcasing the ability to deliver critical digital experiences under tight timelines [4] - Ace's e-commerce has experienced over 450% growth since 2019, highlighting the success of the partnership in driving online sales [5] Future Outlook - The collaboration is positioned to support ongoing modernization and innovation in retail, with a focus on AI and automation to meet evolving market demands [6] - Ace is already witnessing positive impacts from modernization efforts, aiming to enhance e-commerce and supply chain agility [6]