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First in SaaS. First in the Cloud.</strong></p><p>We are a small team with a big vision: <strong>to be the premier provider of cloud technology solutions for retailers.&nbsp;</strong>KWI offers a complete, unified commerce solution from a single database, specifically designed to help specialty retailers grow their business. We combine Point of Sale, Merchandising, e-Commerce, CRM, and Loss Prevention into one cloud-based platform. We are a values and mission driven organization, and we believe that if we develop and demonstrate leadership in our strategy, operations, and people, we will continue to drive product innovation and service excellence.</p><p>When it comes to our people, we strive to create an environment where our teams can live and work well. KWI&#39;s culture is rooted in our core values - <em>commitment, respect &amp; dignity, accountability, reliability, passion, and caring</em>. 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