Retail furniture today presents challenges. The rise of online shopping, a sluggish housing market, and reduced foot traffic due to low consumer confidence all put pressure on traditional furniture retailers. But even when traffic is down, opportunities exist. The most successful brick-and-mortar retailers understand that growth doesn’t only come from
In the home furnishings industry, retailers and manufacturers are navigating a landscape defined by tightening margins, shifting consumer expectations, and
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Upcoming Section 301 tariff decisions could have meaningful consequences for home furnishings retailers, shaping costs, sourcing, and competitiveness in the
In home furnishings, the customer experience doesn’t end at the point of sale; it often begins there. Delivery, communication, scheduling,
Why Data-Driven Sourcing Is Becoming Non-Negotiable On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced sweeping new import tariffs that immediately reshaped
AI & Retail Transformation: Your Roadmap to Smart Adoption The technology landscape for home furnishings retailers is evolving fast. For furniture retailers, simply adopting
AI is no longer just powering search bars and chatbots. New agentic AI experiences are changing how shoppers discover, evaluate, and buy products online. For
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Technology Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and AI
