Profits don’t improve by accident. It improves when leadership can clearly see how marketing, eCommerce, product performance, and operations influence margin. Many retailers generate significant volumes of data, yet still struggle to translate it into disciplined retail profit management. Reports often live in separate systems and then in spreadsheets so
Cash flow. It’s the lifeblood of every business, and for home furnishing retailers, it’s no different. In a competitive industry where consumer demands are becoming increasingly hard to satisfy, cash flow management for retailers can be a struggle. To put it in perspective: 23% of small businesses in the US
Inventory is your biggest asset, but also your biggest expense. Manicuring and curating your inventory assortment is the most important
When the Home Furnishings Association named Stacie Bedford, Chief Creative Officer of Evans’ Heritage Home, the recipient of the 2026
Walk into most furniture or mattress stores, and you’ll see beautiful merchandising, strong sales teams, and aggressive promotional signage. But
A recent court order could make it easier for importers to recover certain IEEPA tariff payments. On March 27, 2026,
In furniture retail, most sales are lost to the power of uncertainty, and this uncertainty often centers around affordability and
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
Join Peter Theran and Steve Fodor, LCB, MCS, Founder and CEO of Customs Services & Solutions, for a practical discussion on IEEPA tariffs, refund developments,
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: eCommerce Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business dynamics.
