Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

GROENLO, The Netherlands, Dec. 9, 2025 /CNW/ -- Nedap (AMS:NEDAP), the global leader in item-level inventory visibility, today announced its partnership with Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), a leading global omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories based in New Albany, Ohio. The retailer will see Nedap's iD Cloud platform implemented across numerous Abercrombie & Fitch stores in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and the Asia-Pacific region (APAC).

Following a successful 15-store pilot, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) began deploying Nedap's iD Cloud Store solution in June 2025, with full implementation scheduled to be completed later this month. The rollout underscores A&F Co.'s strategic priority to improve omnichannel fulfillment, inventory accuracy and on-shelf product availability.

"Inventory visibility is crucial to serving our customers seamlessly, both digitally and in-store," said Lauren Morr, Senior Vice President of Digital Operations at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. "We chose Nedap not only for their innovative and advanced technology, but also because of the dedicated expertise within their iD Cloud community. The partnership enables us to optimize our operations with increased inventory accuracy and visibility." 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'s deployment of iD Cloud Store streamlines essential store processes, including in-store order fulfillment and inventory replenishment from the back-of-house to the front-of-house, enhancing overall productivity. By successfully scaling the software in such a short timeframe, this new strategy will advance omnichannel performance and position Abercrombie & Fitch Co. for long-term success with increased inventory visibility.

"Abercrombie & Fitch Co.'s transformation through the years has been remarkable, and their renewed strength as a business is a testament to bold decisions and clear strategy," said Bruno Bakker, director of iD Cloud North America at Nedap. "With iD Cloud, they are now taking the next leap forward, elevating their already strong omnichannel capabilities to an entirely new level. Together, we are building a future-proof retail foundation where real-time inventory visibility fuels efficiency, customer satisfaction, and growth worldwide."

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates iconic brands including Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and YPB, all known for offering products of quality and comfort that support its global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are.

How Nedap impacts retail

Nedap is the global leader in item-level inventory visibility for retail, with over 20,000 stores contracted to its iD Cloud platform. Nedap helps retailers achieve perfect inventory visibility with zero waste and no losses. iD Cloud simplifies multi-store retail and supply chain management using RFID technology and gives retailers real-time item-level insights into their stock levels and the exact location of each item. Using these real-time insights, retailers can be more agile, offer customers a better omnichannel shopping experience, and increase sales.

About Nedap N.V.

Nedap is a leader in Digital Twin Technology, bridging the physical and digital worlds in Healthcare, Livestock, Retail and Security. Through our Technology for Life philosophy, we create sustainable, forward-thinking solutions that help people and organizations succeed in an ever-changing world.

Nedap has a workforce of over 1,000 employees and operates on a global scale. The company was founded in 1929 and has been listed on Euronext Amsterdam since 1947. Its headquarters is located in Groenlo, the Netherlands.

About Abercrombie & Fitch Co.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates approximately 810 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

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New directors bring global brand leadership and broad franchise experience to Jersey Mike's

MANASQUAN, N.J., Oct. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jersey Mike's Subs ("Jersey Mike's" or the "Company"), a leading franchisor of fast-casual sandwich shops known for its fresh sliced and fresh grilled subs, today announced the appointment of Fran Horowitz and Cheryl S. Miller to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The new additions bring deep experience in global brand building, franchise management, and executive leadership to support the Company's continued momentum and growth initiatives.

Charlie Morrison, Chief Executive Officer of Jersey Mike's, said: "I am pleased to welcome Fran and Cheryl to Jersey Mike's Board of Directors. Their leadership in global brand building and strategic advisory, along with their proven track records in driving performance, will be invaluable as we shape the next chapter of Jersey Mike's expansion across the U.S. and beyond."

Horowitz is the Chief Executive Officer of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), a role she has held since 2017, and serves on the company's Board of Directors and Executive Committee. She previously held leadership roles at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. as Brand President of Hollister and Chief Merchandising Officer for all the company's brands. With close to four decades of experience in retail, merchandising, and global business strategy, Horowitz has led iconic brands, advanced omnichannel and digital commerce initiatives, and provided expert guidance on corporate governance and board matters.

Horowitz said: "I'm energized to join Jersey Mike's Board of Directors at such an exciting time. The Company is at a pivotal stage in its journey, and I look forward to working alongside the talented leadership team and contribute to its continued success."

Miller brings more than 20 years of executive leadership, finance, franchising, and board experience. She previously served as Chief Executive Officer and President, and earlier as Chief Financial Officer, of AutoNation, one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., and held senior financial roles at West Marine and JM Family Enterprises. Miller currently serves on the boards of Tyson Foods (NYSE: TSN), Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ: ODFL), and Celsius Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: CELH), where she chairs the audit committee. Throughout her career, Miller has been recognized for driving strategic growth and transformation across leading consumer brands and multi-unit operations, including franchise oversight and strategic alliances.

Miller said: "It's an honor to be appointed to Jersey Mike's Board of Directors. The team, leadership, and franchise network have created tremendous momentum, and I'm eager to help the Company through its next chapter of growth."

With over 3,000 locations and a growing footprint both domestically and internationally, Jersey Mike's is experiencing remarkable growth. Its strong brand and commitment to local communities continue to solidify its position as a leader in the restaurant sector.

Nigel Travis, Lead Director of Jersey Mike's Board of Directors and former Chairman and CEO of Dunkin' Brands, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Fran and Cheryl to the Board. Fran is a standout leader with valuable experience in global brand leadership, and Cheryl brings deep financial and operational expertise in driving high-impact growth. Their perspectives will be instrumental as we continue to innovate and expand Jersey Mike's."

About Jersey Mike's

Founded in 1956 as Mike's Subs with one location in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, Jersey Mike's has grown into a premier franchisor with more than 3,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada. The Company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing fast-casual restaurant chains in America, ranking #2 on Entrepreneur's 2025 Franchise 500 and #6 on Yelp's 2025 List of Fastest Growing Brands.

Giving back is also core to Jersey Mike's mission, and the Company was recognized on Forbes' Best Brands for Social Impact List in 2025. In March 2025, the Company completed its 15^th Annual Month of Giving, raising a record breaking $30 million and surpassing more than $143 million given to over 200 local charities since it began the tradition in 2011, reinforcing its commitment to being a beloved brand in communities across the country. Jersey Mike's has also been ranked as the #1 Best Sandwich Chain in America in 2025 by Eat This, Not That! For more information, please visit jerseymikes.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.

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