Centric Software builds AI‑driven product concept to replenishment solutions.
We create technologies to drive go-to-market innovation and value creation for consumer goods retailers, brands and manufacturers.
About Centric Software
Since Centric Software was founded in Silicon Valley 20+ years ago, we have worked in close partnership with the world’s leading brands, retailers and manufacturers to deliver groundbreaking innovations that overcome industry-specific challenges.
We are industry and technology people who have a passion for fast-moving consumer goods, with many of our employees coming from leading apparel and consumer goods brands, retailers and manufacturers. Every type of consumer product is different and requires expertise, but also companies have different business models, processes and go-to-market strategies. Our solutions are market-driven, leverage best practices and are highly configurable in order to serve companies of all sizes and business models, including multi-category, multi-geography and multi-process.
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, from designing solutions based on customer feedback to creating innovative tools that improve communication and teamwork.
We are customer-centric - it’s where our name comes from. The customer always comes first.
Best Customers
We are proud to work with world-leading, best-in-class retailers, brands and manufacturers to share and learn best practices. Our customers drive our solutions.
Best Solutions
Every solution, every module and every feature are all based on customer use-cases and market needs – combined with a Silicon-Valley approach to innovation resulting in the most flexible, lowest total cost of ownership, highest user adoption and ROI possible.
Best Team
We only hire the best technology, industry, implementation, support and other experts. More than our knowledge, is our focus on customers, ability to innovate and work as a true team.
We develop innovative solutions to plan, design, develop, source, buy, make, price, allocate, sell and replenish products.
100% market-driven.
Our solutions enable the digital transformation needed to stay agile and be competitive in the consumer goods industry.
Our solutionsWorking hand-in-hand with customers.
Join a team of problem-solvers and do-ers.
We embody teamwork and innovation in the truest sense.
We solve problems, innovate, get our customers live and have fun in the process.
Browse our careersMarket Leadership
We are a key digital transformation partner for iconic and emerging brands across the world.
Best customers.
Best solutions.
Best team.
18,000+
Brands are brought to market with Centric Software
100%
Go-live
99%
Customer Retention Rate
Flexible, scalable, user-friendly solutions.
Plan, execute and price consumer-centric assortments while meeting sustainability and compliance goals.
Award Winning Technology
Security and Data Compliance Built-in
Centric Software has implemented governance, risk management, and compliance practices that align with the most globally recognized information security frameworks. Centric Software has achieved SOC 3 attestation and is GDPR compliant.
Learn moreCentric Software Leadership
Meet Centric Software's executive management team
Chris Groves
CEO
Fabrice Canonge
President
Stacey Charbin
CMO
Laurent Dubuisson
SVP, Global Services
Joe Groves
SVP, Global Sales
Marie-France Nelson
CFO
Ravi Rangan
CTO
Humberto Roa
VP of Innovation
Ron Watson
EVP Products, CSO
Fabrice Canonge
President
Fabrice Canonge joined Centric Software in 2004, leading field operations globally. In 2019 he took up the role of Executive VP of Global Sales and Marketing. With more than 15 years of experience in business development for software companies, Fabrice has particular expertise in the apparel, high-fashion and luxury goods industries. He has played a major role in the growth of Centric, and particularly in the acquisition of key European customers.
Stacey Charbin
CMO
Stacey joined Centric in 2015. She has more than 20 years’ experience in fashion and technology for companies like Lectra, Gerber Technology, Karat Software, Cross Creek Apparel, and Perigee Software in marketing, communications, product development and sales roles. She is an advisory board member with the University of Delaware’s Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies.
Laurent Dubuisson
SVP, Global Services
Laurent Dubuisson joined Centric in August 2000 and is responsible for all pre- and post-sales and customer support throughout Europe. Since joining Centric, Laurent has been instrumental in helping the company grow in Europe to become the global leader of PLM solutions for retail, fashion, footwear and luxury goods makers that it is today.
Joe Groves
SVP, Global Sales
Since joining Centric, Joe Groves has significantly contributed to the rapid growth of the company. As Centric Software's most senior sales leader, Joe is now responsible for sales performance and account growth across the world. In addition to providing clear leadership and direction to our global sales teams, Joe also enjoys volunteering for the Make-A-Wish-Foundation.
Marie-France Nelson
CFO
Marie-France Nelson joined Centric Software in 2022 as Chief Financial Officer. With over 20 years of software experience, she has led finance, administration and businesses globally across numerous markets including food and beverage, financial services, communications and manufacturing. In her role, Marie-France’s passion for the customer experience permeates her every focus.
Ravi Rangan
CTO
Ravi Rangan joined Centric as CTO in 2005 through the acquisition of Product Sight Corp., a company he co-founded. Ravi is a highly acclaimed expert in PLM technology with PLM deployment experience in multiple industries including Fashion, FMCG, auto/aero, high technology, medical device, and oil & gas. He is Past Chair of ASME’s Computers and Information in Engineering Division and is a founding Editorial Board Member of JCISE. He was elected Fellow of ASME (2011), and to Georgia Tech’s Academy of Distinguished Engineering Alumni (2008) for his contributions to PLM.
Humberto Roa
VP of Innovation
Humberto Roa joined Centric in 1999, holding positions including Business Consultant, Product Manager and Director of Mobile Products and Innovation before taking on the role of VP of Innovation in 2015. Humberto leads Centric Software’s innovation, mobile and cloud initiatives.
Ron Watson
EVP Products, CSO
Ron Watson joined Centric Software in August 1998. Ron leads product strategy and execution for Centric Software’s Centric 8 suite of PLM solutions for fashion and fast-moving consumer goods. He brings twenty years of experience focused on developing and delivering ‘voice-of-the-customer’ solutions.
Chris Groves
CEO
Fabrice Canonge
President
Fabrice Canonge
President
Fabrice Canonge joined Centric Software in 2004, leading field operations globally. In 2019 he took up the role of Executive VP of Global Sales and Marketing. With more than 15 years of experience in business development for software companies, Fabrice has particular expertise in the apparel, high-fashion and luxury goods industries. He has played a major role in the growth of Centric, and particularly in the acquisition of key European customers.
Stacey Charbin
CMO
Stacey Charbin
CMO
Stacey joined Centric in 2015. She has more than 20 years’ experience in fashion and technology for companies like Lectra, Gerber Technology, Karat Software, Cross Creek Apparel, and Perigee Software in marketing, communications, product development and sales roles. She is an advisory board member with the University of Delaware’s Department of Fashion and Apparel Studies.
Laurent Dubuisson
SVP, Global Services
Laurent Dubuisson
SVP, Global Services
Laurent Dubuisson joined Centric in August 2000 and is responsible for all pre- and post-sales and customer support throughout Europe. Since joining Centric, Laurent has been instrumental in helping the company grow in Europe to become the global leader of PLM solutions for retail, fashion, footwear and luxury goods makers that it is today.
Joe Groves
SVP, Global Sales
Joe Groves
SVP, Global Sales
Since joining Centric, Joe Groves has significantly contributed to the rapid growth of the company. As Centric Software's most senior sales leader, Joe is now responsible for sales performance and account growth across the world. In addition to providing clear leadership and direction to our global sales teams, Joe also enjoys volunteering for the Make-A-Wish-Foundation.
Marie-France Nelson
CFO
Marie-France Nelson
CFO
Marie-France Nelson joined Centric Software in 2022 as Chief Financial Officer. With over 20 years of software experience, she has led finance, administration and businesses globally across numerous markets including food and beverage, financial services, communications and manufacturing. In her role, Marie-France’s passion for the customer experience permeates her every focus.
Ravi Rangan
CTO
Ravi Rangan
CTO
Ravi Rangan joined Centric as CTO in 2005 through the acquisition of Product Sight Corp., a company he co-founded. Ravi is a highly acclaimed expert in PLM technology with PLM deployment experience in multiple industries including Fashion, FMCG, auto/aero, high technology, medical device, and oil & gas. He is Past Chair of ASME’s Computers and Information in Engineering Division and is a founding Editorial Board Member of JCISE. He was elected Fellow of ASME (2011), and to Georgia Tech’s Academy of Distinguished Engineering Alumni (2008) for his contributions to PLM.
Humberto Roa
VP of Innovation
Humberto Roa
VP of Innovation
Humberto Roa joined Centric in 1999, holding positions including Business Consultant, Product Manager and Director of Mobile Products and Innovation before taking on the role of VP of Innovation in 2015. Humberto leads Centric Software’s innovation, mobile and cloud initiatives.
Ron Watson
EVP Products, CSO
Ron Watson
EVP Products, CSO
Ron Watson joined Centric Software in August 1998. Ron leads product strategy and execution for Centric Software’s Centric 8 suite of PLM solutions for fashion and fast-moving consumer goods. He brings twenty years of experience focused on developing and delivering ‘voice-of-the-customer’ solutions.
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