Press Releases
Uttermost Unveils Dual IPad Apps
November 1, 2011
ROCKY MOUNT, VA,– Uttermost, a major manufacturer of home accessories and furniture, is pleased to announce the launch of two apps, both designed for use on the new iPad 2.
The first app is a business-to-business app for use in Uttermost’s wholesale showrooms. This app was developed specifically for Uttermost, and allows for orders to be scanned into the iPad using a miniature bluetooth scanner. The objective is to allow sales representatives to focus on their customer’s needs, while seamlessly scanning orders into their iPad.
The other new Uttermost app is for use by Uttermost Sales Representatives, Retail Dealers, and consumers. The functionality includes nearly everything that the new Uttermost website includes, plus swiping from image to image, pinch-zooming for extreme enlargement, etc. This app is ideal for presenting product one-on-one, or when connected to a big screen or monitor, to a group of people. The consumer version of this App is available on Apple’s itunes.com, under the name Uttermost, for $2.99.
Per Mac Cooper, President “We love new technology, but only if it benefits our customers. The images on our new App are incredible, second only to seeing the product in person.”
About Uttermost
Uttermost offers one of the most broad and most current product lines in the world. Our line includes accent furniture, decorative mirrors, alternative wall, art, clocks, lamps, lighting fixtures, botanicals, and accessories. While we focus every day on developing the latest designs, we know that good design means nothing without quality manufacturing. You can be certain that on Uttermost products, no shortcuts are taken in manufacturing to make sure our products exceed expectations.
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Uttermost Unveils New Website
September 22, 2011
Uttermost, a major manufacturer of home accessories and furniture, is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. The new website www.uttermost.com, designed and developed by Whereoware, creates a fresh, user-friendly experience for its visitors.
Uttermost tasked Whereoware with providing a cutting-edge site that provides support for their retailers, designers, sales representatives and consumers. The site offers a streamlined and interactive experience for all users, allowing them to quickly find the information they need in a visually stimulating environment.
“We offer an extremely broad product line with intricate details and special finishes. We wanted to showcase our products while providing a stress-free experience for visitors,” said Mac Cooper, Uttermost President & CEO. “Our new site is intuitive and easy to use.”The new site makes finding products much easier. Crisp and clean navigation makes it easy for users to browse products on the site or flip through the online catalog gallery. A powerful advanced search option allows users to quickly sort by a variety of parameters, helping them find the exact product they need.
The site is tailored for retailers, consumers and designers. The retailer portal, makes it easy for approved retailers to reorder and view order history and status. It personalizes the experience by providing an image of the Uttermost staff who service each retailer, allowing the retailer to ‘see’ who they are speaking with, as well as contact information. Consumers can browse products, create, save and print a wish list as well as use the dealer locator. Designers have access to beautiful tear sheets they can print right from the website. “We fully understand the thought and attention that goes into creating all of Uttermost’s products,” said Joe Harris, Vice President of Whereoware. “We wanted that quality reflected in the website. The website addresses each group’s needs, while remaining fun to use.”
About Uttermost
Uttermost offers one of the most broad and most current product lines in the world. Our line includes accent furniture, decorative mirrors, alternative wall decor, art, clocks, lamps, lighting fixtures, botanicals, and accessories. While we focus every day on developing the latest designs, we know that good design means nothing without quality manufacturing. You can be certain that on Uttermost products, no shortcuts are taken in manufacturing to make sure our products exceed expectations.
About Whereoware
Whereoware is a web strategy, design, development and marketing company. With proven success and endorsements from leading players, Whereoware has been serving manufacturers in the Gift, Home and Lighting Industries for over 10 years. Founded by Gift and Home Industry veterans, Whereoware has unique insights into the complex operational and marketing challenges within the industry. It turns that expertise into smart solutions for today’s manufacturers.
Whereoware is located at 505 Huntmar Park Drive, Suite 200 in Herndon, VA 20170. For additional information about Whereoware, call 703-889-1200, contact contactsales@whereoware.com or visit www.whereoware.com
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Timeworks, now part of Uttermost
January 17, 2011
Timeworks, Inc, a Berkeley California company and industry leader of innovative clocks, is now an Uttermost brand.
Uttermost has acquired the Timeworks brand name, product designs, etc, and now is available exclusively through Uttermost.
Per Mac Cooper, CEO, "I’ve been a fan of Timeworks for many years, and could not be more excited to offer this product to our customers." Uttermost is continuing almost the entire Timeworks assortment from 2010, along with new Timeworks introductions at the January markets. "The founders of Timeworks will be leading the way in product design and development of Timeworks, so this line will grow substantially from where it is today" according to Cooper.
Timeworks co-founder John Kowalski, added "we are so proud that the Timeworks name and product development will continue and the brand could not have found a better home than Uttermost. It’s a wonderful and natural fit and we look forward to helping Uttermost build the brand in the months and years ahead."
Co-founder Steve Kowalski had similar thoughts "As a product designer, I am thrilled about continuing to develop distinctive Timeworks clocks for Uttermost, knowing that their greater resources will allow me to expand the possibilities for creativity, and that Timeworks will maintain and expand it's reputation and standing as America's number one clock brand".
The Timeworks product line will be shown in Atlanta, Dallas, Las Vegas, and New York this month in the Uttermost showrooms.
Uttermost’s complete product line includes mirrors, art, alternative wall décor, accessories, lamps, botanicals, lighting fixtures, and accent furniture. To learn more about Uttermost or to see their products, go to www.uttermost.com.
For more information and additional Timeworks images, please contact Lori Fisher at lfisher@uttermost.com.
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Uttermost’s new iPad Giveaway Contest
August 30, 2010
Uttermost will again be giving away three iPads, but this time it’s for the most interesting, most unique, and most attractive use of Uttermost product in a retail environment or home.
Per Mac Cooper, CEO, "Our customers are incredibly talented, and they do amazing things with Uttermost product. This contest is another step to share ideas between customers, while giving us incredible feedback as we work on next season’s design directions."
Entering the contest is easy. After joining the Facebook fan page, facebook.com/UttermostCo., an image showcasing Uttermost product in a store or a home can be uploaded to the Uttermost facebook "wall."
On October 15th, three iPad winners will be announced based on the most unique and interesting use of Uttermost product. There is no limit on the number of submissions.
Uttermost’s product line includes mirrors, art, alternative wall décor, accessories, lamps, botanicals, lighting fixtures, and accent furniture. Uttermost can also be followed at http://twitter.com/UttermostCo and www.uttermost.com.
For more information, please contact Lori Fisher at lfisher@uttermost.com.
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Uttermost Acquires Inventory of Austin Productions
July 30, 2010
On July 28, Uttermost of Rocky Mount Virginia acquired all of the product inventory of Austin Productions as well as a non-exclusive right to reproduce select inventory items.
Uttermost intends to sell the Austin inventory through its long established sales channels. Austin Productions, founded in 1953 is in the later stages of a transaction to sell substantially all of its remaining assets to an investment group called Austin Home Ltd.
Retailers interested in the Austin products should call Uttermost for details.
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Uttermost jumps into Social Media with iPad Giveaway
June 8, 2010
Uttermost will be giving away three iPads as part of its launch into social media. This giveaway is for Uttermost’s "New Product Ideas" contest, where Retailers and Designers are invited to share their suggestions for Uttermost’s product line. Retailers and Designers can participate by clicking the "Enter to Win" tab at http://facebook.com/UttermostCo. Suggestions can include sketches and illustrations, and there is no limit to the number of entries per person.
Per Mac Cooper, CEO, "Our goal with social media is to develop a forum for sharing ideas between customers, receiving feedback from customers, and simply knowing our customers better."
Uttermost is inviting all Retailers and Designers to participate and share their thoughts and ideas. "Social media, especially facebook, is a great way to expand our communications with customers and industry friends. It’s critical that we continue to listen to our customers in every way possible" according to Cooper.
Uttermost’s product line includes mirrors, art, alternative wall décor, accessories, lamps, botanicals, lighting fixtures, and accent furniture. Uttermost can also be followed at http://twitter.com/UttermostCo. and www.uttermost.com.
For more information, please contact Lori Fisher at lfisher@uttermost.com.
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Uttermost’s Major Expansion in High Point
October 6, 2009
Continuing it’s long-term growth trend, Uttermost has again expanded its High Point showroom, Commerce 448. This expansion includes the former Tempo/Infinity space and most of the former Vintage Veranda space.
With this expansion, Uttermost now has almost 19,000 square feet of showroom space to display their wide selection of exclusive mirrors, art, lighting, accessories, botanicals and accent furniture.
In addition, this will allow more room for the Uttermost café, where hundreds of buyers enjoy a hot breakfast and lunch daily, as well as hors d’oeuvres each night.
Per Mac Cooper, President, "this expansion will allow us to show the breadth of our product lines like we’ve never been able to, including all of our new introductions. It also gives us room to better serve our lunch crowds".
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Uttermost’s Major Expansion in Atlanta
June 26, 2009
Continuing it’s long-term growth trend, Uttermost has expanded its Atlanta showroom 12E17 by over 80% as of the upcoming July show. This gives Uttermost 13,325 square feet of show space, including a café serving breakfast, lunch, and hors oeuvres at night.
Per Mac Cooper, President, "this expansion will allow us to finally show the breadth of our product lines in Atlanta, including all new products as well as all best selling existing product. It also gives us room to better serve our lunch crowds".
Uttermost offers all types of wall décor, as well as lamps, fixtures, accessories, accent furniture, and botanicals.
The Uttermost expansion includes the spaces formerly occupied by Currey & Company, as well as Interlude Home.
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