How independent furniture retailers can turn their website into a real part of how they sell — not just a page that exists. Think about the last time you made a major purchase. What was the first thing you did? You researched it online, and so do your customers. For
Independent retailers have always faced complexity. From managing vendor relationships to tracking inventory and delivering a consistent customer experience, the day-to-day demands have grown. Most retailers have some software in place. A point-of-sale system might live in one platform, inventory in another, or maybe a digital catalog from one or
The home furnishings industry faces significant challenges rooted in the global trade landscape. As American retailers and importers honor stringent
National Furniture Safety Week is coming up October 5–10, 2026, and HFA members are invited to participate. HFA has joined
In the recruitment and executive search world, we often hear requests for the “Purple Squirrel,” that so-called mythical candidate who
Following the Supreme Court ruling invalidating IEEPA tariff rates, President Trump enacted a temporary (150 days) 10% global tariff rate
In an industry defined by change, competition, and evolving consumer expectations, few retailers manage to honor their history while boldly
Men and women often bring different priorities to their jobs, and the companies that understand those differences build stronger teams, deeper loyalty, and better business
The competition for talent, from sales floor to delivery to leadership, keeps intensifying, and the retailers winning it are thinking beyond compensation. Join the Home
