Established in 1947, H&M, also known as H & M Hennes & Mauritz, is a chain of retail stores throughout the world and provides a range of apparel for men, women and children. The company operates in more than 30 countries and has a staff of over 72,000 employees. H&M maintains a chain of nearly 1,700 retail stores throughout the world. The company operates through design and buying, finance, accounts, expansion, interior design and display, advertising, communications, logistics and security departments. It has more than 15 country and over 20 production houses. H&M s stores also feature a variety of bags, jewelry, nightwear, underwear and footwear.