Version 2.5 many enhancements include reduction in page load time, improved reporting features and a 33% price reduction for pre-loaded catalogs

Northbrook, IL, November 13, 2009 – UniformMarket LLC is pleased to announce the immediate availability of UniformMarket.com 2.5 software – a version that is the most robust, full featured, quickest, and most stable ever released.

Current users who opt for the improved version will have their v2.4 stores upgraded without any disruption to current web store services or availability. "Version 2.5 provides a dramatic increase in store performance, feature functionality, and customer satisfaction," says UniformMarket's CEO David Sykes. "The clients' buying experience will be enhanced significantly, increasing sales while reducing support costs."

Born from the suggestions of 2.4 users, Version 2.5 includes a host of important feature enhancements and functionality improvements in the core UniformMarket Store System software, the most significant of which include:

• Dramatic reduction in page load time via code optimization providing improved category and product page loading speed.
• Improved Checkout Cart with Express Checkout – Features state tax calculator, shipping estimator, and new "Express Checkout" selection capability.
• Sales Tax Service incorporates a database containing the current sales tax rates by zip code for the entire United States and Canada, updated monthly.
• Improved Coupon Checkout - Displays discounted amount both on cart and checkout pages.
• Reduced price for pre-loaded catalogs - Now priced at $100.00 per catalog for v2.5, a 33% reduction over the version 2.4 pricing of $150 per catalog.
• Product Library upgrades - Allows seamless migration of category images and supplier/vendor descriptive overview
• Automatic SEO Keyword generator - Automatically identifies keywords and creates optimal "metadata/metatags" for search engine optimization on all dynamically generated store pages.
• Faster Search Function - Improved database and query optimization provides increased product search speed.
• Improved Product Image Presentation - Alternate images and zoom.
• Functional wherever images are available from Supplier/Vendor.
• Automatic Maintenance Updates – v2.5 software maintenance updates are automatically pushed out to unique client stores.
• Improved Reports – New "Export all" function added to allow retailers to export catalog data for use in POS systems; customer reports are now available in HTML, PDF, and Excel formats.
• Use of AJAX to improve user experience – Provides “intelligent” updates to selected page content without requiring a complete page refresh, providing faster and more enjoyable user page navigation.
• Access to additional enhancements as they become available.

"There are other enhancements in the works which will be exclusively available to Version 2.5 users," adds Sykes.   

In addition to the included core Version 2.5 feature and performance enhancements, a number of new and improved option modules are available, providing even more increased functionality, ease of use, configuration and support:
 
• New Flyout Menu Module – Provides the ability to dynamically build out category and product menus on the left navigation bar.
• Improves buying experience for end-user via simplified navigation of products.
• Product category changes are automatically displayed in fly-out menus.
• New Advanced Search Module – Adds "Narrow your choices" search option, greatly simplifying product search process and reducing search time.
• Dynamic Up-Sell Module - Automatically identifies and inserts “Similar Products” from same manufacturer to display during product selection.
• Flash Homepage Merchandising Billboard - Enables web-based form that allows you to update flash-based rotating merchandising billboard content on home page specific to merchandising billboard.
• Supervisor Approval Process Module - Allows supervisor to review/approve purchase order requests from subordinates using private stores.

Version 2.5 and optional modules are available for immediate purchase. To see the benefits for yourself, visit http://medical.uniformmarket.com.

Start increasing your sales today.  To learn more, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 858-345-1212 to purchase an upgrade.

About UniformMarket LLC:

UniformMarket LLC provides a full range of e-commerce, marketing and news services that connect dealers, distributors, manufacturers and mills with the end users who seek their products and expertise. 

Developed by seasoned industry veterans who know the uniform landscape, the UniformMarket Store System application helps uniform dealers, distributors and manufacturers mange their web sites and online sales. Used by hundreds of industry professionals, it is the only complete website service designed with the specific needs of uniform dealers and manufacturers.

UniformMarket Post Office is an email-based direct mailing system that allows users to design regular marketing campaigns and communications with customers - keeping them up to date and you on their minds.

UniformMarket News is the most recognized and respected news site covering the uniform, medical and corporate apparel industries. Thousands visit its website portal each day to read original articles, view company press releases, scan a calendar of events, and learn about issues affecting the manufacture, sale and distribution of uniforms and apparel.

Learn more about UniformMarket LLC by visiting www.uniformmarket.com