DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION

Ulta Beauty is expanding its fledgling Middle East footprint.

A global quick-service chain specializing in premium acai and smoothies is leveraging cloud-based omnichannel capabilities in its new U.S. stores.

Mark Zinder, economist and former national spokesman for global asset management firm Franklin Templeton, will be one of the keynote speakers at Chain Store Age’s SPECS Show, the premier conference for store development and facilities management. The annual event will be held March 8–10, at the Gaylord National in National Harbor, Md.

PayMore has its sights set on continued growth in the new year.

Paris Baguette is touting 2025 as its most successful year yet as it continued to expand its footprint of cafes.

Francesca’s may soon disappear from the retail landscape.

BJ’s Wholesale Club is adding in-aisle interactive advertising screens to a series of digital end caps already in operation in its stores.

A regional New York City area hamburger restaurant company is automating the preparation of a range of menu items.