How Furniture Retailers Win Online in 2026 Walk into any furniture store today, and you can sense how dramatically the buyer journey has changed. Customers no longer arrive to browse. They arrive informed. They have compared brands, saved inspiration boards, tested products in AR, read reviews, and asked AI for
Visual merchandising has evolved significantly from traditional window displays and static store layouts. What used to rely solely on creativity and aesthetics has now evolved into a seamless blend of art, science, and technology. In today’s retail landscape, technology doesn’t just support visual merchandising — it defines it. From immersive
Personalization has moved from a nice addition to a core expectation in modern retail. Customers want brands to understand their preferences, respect their time, and offer experiences that feel relevant and helpful. At the same time, shoppers are more protective of their privacy than ever. They are quick to sense
As eCommerce grows, online merchandising has become a key element in driving both customer engagement and sales. Far more than just displaying products, it’s about presenting them in a way that appeals to your target audience, leveraging personalization, and guiding shoppers seamlessly through the buying journey. Let’s explore how to
At 8 a.m., Sarah opens Instagram, coffee in hand. Two hours later, she has ten screenshots saved and a plan for redesigning her living room. We often talk about footfall as if it starts at the front door. But in today’s retail reality, it starts much earlier, usually with an
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
At a time when economic uncertainty holds consumers back from spending, it’s crucial to offer a shopping experience that drives sales, raises cart size, and builds trust. Today’s buyer is more informed than ever and quick to move on from anything that doesn’t meet expectations. Here are three eCommerce tools
Data was supposed to make decisions easier. So why do your dashboards seem to show you more ways to stay confused? If you’re a furniture retailer, you’re likely swimming in data—web traffic reports, CRM systems, sales figures, customer feedback, etc. Yet, instead of providing clarity, too much data leads to
Shaving cost per asset while maximizing revenue is a top priority for home furnishings retailers today. To help achieve this, 3D content creation can be a game‑changer, enhancing virtually every stage of your product program to drive stronger bottom‑line results. Here’s why: 1. Dramatically Reduce Cost Per Asset Traditional photography—studio
Today’s furniture shoppers bounce between browsing sofas on Instagram at midnight and testing fabric swatches in your showroom on the weekend. They expect this journey to be smooth, regardless of where they interact with your brand, and unified commerce makes that possible. But behind the scenes, many furniture retailers struggle
The retail landscape is more competitive and dynamic than ever, especially in the furniture space. Retailers invest significant resources to
Today, customers are not just comparing prices, they are comparing experiences. Especially in furniture and mattress retail, where purchases are
In Shakespeare’s King Lear, an aging king divides his kingdom among his daughters based on flattery. The daughter who speaks
The second National Furniture Safety Week is underway, with nearly 200 home furnishings companies participating. Furniture Safety Week aims to
Furniture is deeply personal. Every day, we meet customers who are excited about finding the right piece, yet also understandably
Immersive Retail: Inspiring Customers with 3D, AR & VR Today’s most successful furniture retailers aren’t replacing personal service with technology, they’re using it to
Merchandising Trends: Creating Inspiring Retail Spaces that Drive Sales Your showroom is more than just a display—it’s your most powerful sales tool. Join us
Today’s most successful furniture retailers aren’t replacing personal service with technology, they’re using it to elevate it. Join us for
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