Operations & Warehousing

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FamOn
Consumer Buying Trends Impacting Small to Medium Retailers

The furniture retail industry is evolving rapidly, driven by changing consumer preferences, digital transformation, and global economic factors. While large retailers have the resources to adapt, small and medium-sized furniture retailers face unique challenges in staying competitive. To remain viable, they must adapt to these shifts, ensuring they meet customer

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Blue Cargo
Don’t Let OSRA Penalize You: HFA and BlueCargo Can Help

The Ever-Changing Landscape of Furniture Importing Home furniture businesses involved in container imports and related activities are complex and dynamic. Disruptions can significantly impede the flow of containerized goods arriving in the US, throwing your meticulously crafted plans into disarray. Adding to the complexity, the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA)

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Shopify
Achieve Strategic Growth by Bridging the Gap Between B2B and DTC

The furniture retail landscape is evolving rapidly, breaking down the traditional barriers that once separated B2B (business-to-business) and DTC (direct-to-consumer) operations. As these silos dissolve, a more interconnected ecosystem is emerging. Home furnishings retailers increasingly recognize the value of integrating these channels to create a seamless experience for wholesale buyers,

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Setlog
How Supply Chain Transparency & Technology are Making the Furniture Industry Greener

Lately, sustainability is all the rage in the furniture world. Manufacturers feel pressure to innovate as more consumers demand eco-friendly and ethically produced items. Technology plays a crucial role here, especially technologies that enhance the visibility of the supply chain. This blog post focuses on how enhancing supply chain transparency,

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Ben Haverty
Retail Real Estate Road to Growth: Top 10 Insights from Retail Experts

At the recent International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) conference in Las Vegas, approximately 25,000 retail experts converged to share their perspectives on the retail industry’s current state and future direction. Brimming with ideas, insights, and innovations, this dynamic event provided a comprehensive look at how the sector is evolving.

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Retail Smart Guys
Retail Cash Flow Strategies for Success

Running a successful business involves more than just making sales; it requires effectively managing your retail cash flow. This blog post will explore key strategies to increase your retail cash flow and improve your business’s profitability. You will learn practical tips and actionable advice to optimize your retail cash flow.

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Setlog
Solving Supply Chain Challenges with Setlog

Global supply chains bring daily challenges Typical challenges faced by companies with global supply chains include a lack of transparency into their value chain, leading to uncertainty and delays in decision-making. Additionally, the reliance on manual communication through email and Excel spreadsheets contributes to an increased workload, potential for errors,

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STORIS
The Tenacity of the Top 100: Navigating Challenges for a Stronger Future

In the ever-evolving landscape of home furnishings, 2023 presented a unique set of challenges that tested retailers’ resilience and ingenuity. Furniture Today’s Top 100 report sheds light on how the leading furniture retailers tackled these challenges head-on, showcasing their strategic foresight, determination, and the adoption of retail innovation to thrive

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Citrin Cooperman
Leveraging Retailer Data Influences the Consumer Experience

Shopping for furniture and other home goods has evolved significantly, raising the bar regarding consumer experience. Let’s introduce the “chofa,” a sofa with a chaise on one end, to discuss my personal shopping journey and its implications for e-commerce in both B2C and B2B sectors. The shopping process involves gathering

Happy Family Couple Watching Movers Unload Furniture From Truck
DispatchTrack
How Technology Can Drive Efficiency in Home Furnishings Delivery

Getting a sofa from the point of sale to a customer’s living room smoothly — and profitably — isn’t always easy. Retailers and third-party logistics companies need a solid operational foundation to support their delivery teams in meeting customers’ expectations and company goals. The right technology can reduce operational friction

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