Supply chain visibility has never been more critical for furniture retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers. The home furnishings industry highly depends on global imports—often from Asia, Eastern Europe, and South America production centers. Furniture shipments frequently move in full container loads (FCL) via ocean freight, making timely and accurate visibility necessary
There’s nothing like finding something new that adds a touch of style and comfort to your home, especially when you know you won’t find it in every other house on the block. That’s why so many home furnishings retailers turn to Faire to source unique products for their customers and
Ever-mounting expectations of instant gratification have shaped our consumer landscape. The boss needs a project ASAP, and you need coffee in your hand ten minutes ago. As consumers, our retail experiences have been reduced to compulsive clicks and swipes—but the moment our habits land us with a 1,500lb sectional on
Retailers are (rightly) investing in immersive 3D experiences to inspire and convert today’s mobile-first shoppers. Whether a beautifully rendered kitchen design or a fully customized living room, the right tools build confidence and help customers visualize their future space. But, too often, what starts as a “wow” moment online, or
In retail today, delivery operations are not just a logistical necessity — they are a front-line component of customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and risk management. Retailers face a critical decision: operate their own delivery fleet (in-house) or partner with third-party providers. While each approach offers advantages, third-party delivery teams provide
For small and mid-sized furniture retailers in the U.S., the old rule “buy deep to get a better price” has become a risky habit. Demand is uneven, freight and labor swing, and every extra week a piece sits in the back room is cash you can’t use on faster-moving items.
Last-mile delivery has become one of the most critical aspects of retail success. Customers expect fast, reliable, and professional delivery experiences, whether buying a sofa, a refrigerator, or a mattress. For retailers, the challenge is meeting these expectations and managing the costs, legal risks, and operational complexities that come with
Stop Letting Warehouse Profits Slip Away Ignoring critical warehouse KPIs means leaving profit scattered across the warehouse floor. It’s not about building a bigger facility or investing in expensive automation first, it’s about accurately measuring performance, standardizing how it’s measured, and using that data to drive improvement. Operational efficiency in
Seeing clearly is one of the biggest aspirations for today’s retailers, and nowhere is this more critical than in logistics. Final mile delivery visibility has become essential for delivery managers and end customers who want to know exactly where their order is and when it will arrive. Having visibility at
Home and furniture retailers managing multiple locations or expanding their operations need tools that simplify and unify their workflows. Keeping various applications integrated is a must when they are in place. This is where a cloud ERP and POS integration comes into play. Bringing ERP and POS systems together creates
For many furniture retailers, slow weekday traffic is a familiar hurdle. However, what if the solution was not another discount,
As the political and economic landscape shifts in 2025, the newly enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) draws close
Furniture logistics don’t just require coordination; they demand precision. Timing, visibility, and cost control make all the difference, but even
“The 90-day tariff extension isn’t a finish line—it’s the starting block for your next profit strategy.” The trade landscape just
An important policy announcement that could directly impact your business. On September 25, President Trump announced on Truth Social that,
Smart Buying Strategies for Better Inventory Decisions Making the right inventory decisions can be the difference between record sales and costly overstocks. This session
Smarter Media Strategies for Furniture Retailers In today’s crowded advertising landscape, every dollar counts—and standing out has never been harder. Are your media channels truly
What are the Pillar Awards? Presented by the Home Furnishings Association, the Pillar Awards celebrate the home furnishings industry’s highest
Retail SEO is evolving fast. With AI-driven search and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) reshaping how consumers discover products, retailers must
