RELEX recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Supply Chain Planning Overall report, alongside the reports for Supply Chain Planning for Process Industries, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Distribution Industries

ATLANTA and HELSINKI, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — RELEX Solutions has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning Overall 2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc# US54139326, November 2026), IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Process Industries 2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc# US54138926 , November 2026), IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Consumer-Packaged Goods 2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc# US54138126, October 2026); and IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Distribution Industries 2026 Vendor Assessment (Doc# US54138526, October 2026).

These IDC MarketScapes evaluates solution providers on capabilities and strategy, across demand forecasting, distribution and replenishment, master planning and production scheduling. RELEX Open, RELEX’s agentic AI platform allows organizations to deploy these capabilities and allows for them to extend the supply chain capabilities within RELEX and orchestrate decisions across their entire supply chain landscape.

According to the IDC MarketScape for Supply Chain Planning Overall, “RELEX’s distinguishing capability is connecting retail point-of-sale demand directly into manufacturing supply planning. RELEX operates on both sides of the manufacturer-retailer boundary (roughly 400 retail and distribution customers alongside close to 100 CPG manufacturers), so the consumer demand signal can propagate upstream into production and purchasing decisions instead of being approximated by shipment history. For manufacturers whose demand volatility originates at the shelf, this is a structural advantage.” (1)

“RELEX’s ability to connect demand, supply, and execution across the full planning process, rather than offering pieces of functionality that do not talk to each other, is the kind of differentiator that matters to organizations evaluating supply chain planning platforms today,” said Eric Thompson, Research Director, Worldwide Supply Chain Planning and Services, IDC. “In addition to this, RELEX’s approach to AI, letting organizations dial automation up or down deliberately reflects a more grounded read on where buyers actually are.”

Recognition in these reports follows RELEX’s report on strong manufacturing momentum, supporting nearly 140 manufacturers globally, including Bonduelle, Carhartt, and Camco, and introducing RELEX Open, the extensible platform architecture along with productized AI agents for forecast troubleshooting, supply constraint unlocking and plan stress testing.

“Manufacturing is now our fastest-growing business, and this recognition across four reports reflects the platform behind that growth,” said Mikko Kärkkäinen, co-founder and group CEO, RELEX Solutions. “We built our forecasting and planning capabilities inside some of the world’s most demanding retail environments. We’re now applying that same rigor to complex manufacturing environments, connecting demand with supply while optimizing production around real-world constraints such as capacity, materials, sequencing and inventory.”

RELEX was also positioned as a Major Player in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Discrete Industries 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc # US54138326, October 2026), IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Supply Chain Planning for Life Sciences Industries 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc # US54138726, October 2026).

Read the excerpt to the 2026 Supply Chain Planning Overall report here.

About IDC MarketScape
IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of technology and service suppliers in a given market. The research utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each supplier’s position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of technology suppliers can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective suppliers.

About RELEX Solutions
RELEX Solutions provides a decision orchestration platform that coordinates decisions across retail and manufacturing operations, connecting strategic planning with operational execution.

Drawing on 700+ customer deployments and deep industry expertise, RELEX helps organizations make better decisions across demand, inventory, merchandising, pricing, and supply chain operations. With RELEX, companies can deploy proven AI, build their own applications and agents, and orchestrate decisions across functions and systems.

Leading brands like ADUSA, Camco, Carhartt, COSMOS Pharmaceutical Corporation, Circle K, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, M&S Food, PetSmart, Rituals, The Body Shop, The Home Depot, Sun Tire & Auto Service, and Vita Coco use RELEX to run and continuously evolve their operations. Learn more at: relexsolutions.com/customers

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A 27,931-woman study, a 43% regret rate and a Dec. 7 deadline — why Lovense’s early-access deals are built around buying once, not buying cheap.

SINGAPORE, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lovense, the smart intimate wellness brand, has its 2026 Black Friday early-access deals live through Dec. 7.

This Black Friday, 71% of Americans say they will spend more than they planned just to secure a deal, according to a November 2026 Lightspeed survey — and 43% of Black Friday shoppers regret at least one purchase within a week of buying it, according to a November 2026 SweepsPulse survey of 2,000 U.S. adults. The discount is real; the decision is what fails. That makes Black Friday less a test of bargain-hunting than a test of judgment. The money gets spent either way; the only real variable is whether the thing you bought is still in use in months.

Sex toys have become exactly the kind of purchase Black Friday was built for: a higher-ticket device, used often, increasingly app-controlled. Shoppers plan for it, compare it, and wait for the discount — which is why a bad buy hurts more here than in a stocking-stuffer category.

Which is why the evidence matters more than the price. The most reliable way to reach orgasm — alone or with a partner — isn’t a technique. According to a study of 27,931 women, it’s a purchase.

Researchers analyzed Flo app users for the study, published in June 2026 in Archives of Sexual Behavior, ranking partnered and solo activities by how often they produced orgasm. With a partner, the top three were sex toys, penetration plus clitoral stimulation, and masturbation with a partner present. Alone, it was a vibrator. The common thread: the ones that worked were the ones you buy. Orgasm was never purely about technique. It has been about equipment.

Which makes the buying harder than the doing. The cheap one dies in a month, and takes the habit with it. The expensive one is a gamble you can’t test, so it stays in its box. And if your partner lives in another city, half the category doesn’t apply to you.

What to Look for in a Pleasure Tool

Lovense‘s lineup addresses the three most common concerns in the category. 

Comfortable: Body-safe silicone, shapes that stay where they’re put, and a body-contouring curve that makes hands-free a real option.

Controllable, even across distance: Intensity and rhythm should adjust to how you feel in the moment, rather than simply switching on and off. With the Lovense Remote app, users can fine-tune intensity, create custom vibration patterns, and browse patterns shared by other users in the Lovense Pattern Center. Long-distance partners can also control each other’s toys remotely while chatting on a video call. According to Lovense’s Distance Index 2026, released in October, users logged over 5 million remote sessions between October 2025 and September 2026, averaging 20.4 minutes each.

A complete ecosystem with immersive experiences: The Lovense ecosystem includes more than 30 connected toys that can pair with and control one another, while vibrations can respond in real time to music, sound, video, alarm and more features for a more immersive experience.

The 2026 Black Friday early-access deals are live through Dec. 7: up to 70% off selected devices, 55% off when shoppers buy any two from Nov. 12, and a surprise gift on qualifying orders from Nov. 25. The nine devices below are grouped by who they’re for and how much novelty you actually want: Whether you’re shopping for someone close by, a long-distance partner or yourself, there’s a match for everyone.

For Her

Lush 4 | Wearable Egg Vibrator: Lush 4 is an insertable G-spot vibrator whose body-contouring curve and sturdy tail keep it securely in place, leaving your hands completely free. Whisper-quiet at 36 dB, it suits almost any moment, from solo time and partner play to wearing it at home or on the go.

Domi 2 | Mini Wand Massager: Domi 2 is more compact than typical wand massagers, with a reinforced neck for a more comfortable grip. Intensity ranges from featherlight to powerful, and favorite patterns can be assigned to the buttons on the toy. A single charge lasts up to about six hours.

Ferri | Magnetic Panty Vibrator: Ferri clips onto underwear with a strong magnet and stays in place whether you’re walking, sitting or dancing. Weighing just 35 grams, it’s made for discreet wear on a night out.

For Him

Gush 2 Motion | Hands-Free, Motion-Sensing Massager for Men: Gush 2 Motion‘s built-in motion sensor adapts vibrations to the wearer’s rhythm and can drive a partner’s Lovense toy in real time. With stretchable silicone wings that fit a range of sizes, it works for hands-free solo sessions and synced play with a partner alike.

Solace Pro | Smart Automatic Stroker: Solace Pro delivers up to 300 strokes per minute with finely tunable stroke length. Its adjustable desk mount makes it ideal for fully hands-free sessions at home.

Edge 2 | Adjustable Dual-Motor Prostate Massager: Edge 2 features two motors for internal and external stimulation, each adjustable separately. A bendable neck adapts to different bodies and positions, making it a versatile pick for exploring prostate play.

For the Curious

Ready to try something new? This collection starts with beginner-friendly sizes, so you can explore step by step.

Lush Anal | Beginner-Friendly Anal Vibrator: At just 21.5 mm in diameter, Lush Anal pairs a flat, edge-free tip with a T-shaped base designed for beginners. It’s a gentle first step for anyone curious about anal play.

Hush 2 | Vibrating Plug in Four Sizes: Hush 2 comes in four sizes, each with a flared base for comfortable short or extended wear. Beginners can start small and size up as their confidence grows.

Glint | Touch-Responsive Vibrating Butt Plug: As the world’s first touch-responsive vibrating butt plug for couples, Glint‘s base senses every touch and thrust and answers with vibrations. Worn during intercourse, it lets both partners feel each movement, making it a natural next step for couples exploring anal play together.

To explore the full Black Friday deals, visit: https://www.lovense.com/p/2QHGft

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HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Yang Bo, Founder and CEO of Hoymiles, has been recognized by TIME as one of the 100 most influential leaders shaping climate action in its TIME100 Climate 2026 list. The honor highlights Dr. Yang’s leadership in advancing solar technology and expanding access to clean energy. The recognition comes shortly after the company’s HiFlow Pro microinverter was named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026.

From Microinverter Pioneer to Global Energy Solutions Provider

Since founding Hoymiles in 2012, Yang has led the company through more than a decade of development in solar power electronics. Built on a strong R&D foundation, Hoymiles began with a focus on MLPE (module-level power electronics) and microinverter technology, and has since evolved into a global provider of solar and energy storage solutions. Today, its portfolio spans microinverters, string inverters, hybrid inverters and battery energy storage systems, serving residential, commercial and utility-scale applications.

With global cumulative shipments exceeding 5 million units across more than 190 countries and regions, Hoymiles has steadily expanded its global presence. Its growth reflects a long-term commitment to making energy technologies more efficient, flexible and accessible, while responding to the increasingly diverse needs of energy users around the world.

Making Distributed Solar More Accessible

A central part of this strategy is advancing distributed energy. As solar adoption expands beyond conventional rooftop installations, Hoymiles continues to develop technologies to lower barriers to the adoption of solar energy. Its HiFlow Pro microinverter is a notable example. As the first microinverter certified to meet North America’s UL 3700 safety standard for PIPV, it brings a new level of accessibility to residential solar, particularly in the emerging plug-in balcony solar market.

Building a More Flexible Energy Future

Hoymiles’ broader ambition is to support a more decentralized and resilient energy ecosystem for homes and businesses. By combining power electronics expertise with energy storage capabilities, the company is working to connect solar generation, energy management and storage in increasingly integrated ways.
“This recognition is not just a personal honor, but a tribute to Hoymiles and our team’s 14 years of dedication to R&D and technological innovation,” said Dr. Yang Bo, Founder and CEO of Hoymiles. “It inspires us to keep pushing the boundaries of solar and energy storage technologies and make clean energy more accessible worldwide.“
HiFlow Pro

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