In 2023, the home, garden, and furniture industry encountered its fair share of headwinds. Despite soaring inflation rates, a tough housing market, and massive layoffs, these brands and retailers ultimately came out resilient, ending the year positively. However, as the same obstacles persist with no end in sight, these businesses
The Future of E-commerce: A Case Study of a Virtual Showhouse with 12 Celebrated Interior Designers of USA with overall 6.5M+ Followers The e-commerce landscape is rapidly transforming, presenting fresh opportunities and challenges for retailers and brands alike. The shift to online shopping has altered consumer expectations, particularly in the
In the fast-paced world of home furnishing eCommerce, gaining a competitive edge is paramount. With the ever-expanding array of marketplaces, retailers, and product variations, understanding and optimizing your digital presence has never been more crucial. That’s where advanced AI-powered eCommerce analytics comes into play, offering powerful tools and insights to
Home furnishings retailers constantly adapt to new and innovative ways of transacting with customers. With the pandemic pushing consumers towards online shopping, many retailers have faced challenges when collecting payments from customers who purchase home furnishing products, and navigating the world of virtual payments can be overwhelming. In this blog
How to Navigate Google’s New Algorithm and Leverage AI Tools to Benefit Your Business In March 2024, Google’s new algorithm impacted many sites deindexed from Google Search. This change is tied to an effort to clean up spam sites and realize the goal of reducing unhelpful, irrelevant, or unoriginal content
Modern consumers want clarity before they make a purchase. However, this clarity is often elusive when shopping online. Many e-commerce websites continue to present static and incomplete product imagery, leaving gaps and making it challenging for customers to fully understand what they are buying before making a decision. When customers
Launching an eCommerce program requires an investment in human and financial resources, but the return promises to more than recoup that outlay. More importantly, ignoring an online sales channel could soon come at a steep cost: A downturn in revenue as more buyers take their business to competitors with an
Website accessibility for online retailers is crucial because it ensures compliance with legal requirements, opens new markets and customer segments, improves the user experience for all customers, and enhances the brand’s reputation. In today’s digital age, accessibility is not just a moral obligation but also a business imperative that retailers
ECommerce is a vital part of how consumers purchase right now! As just one example, online sales represented over 90% of the growth in the furniture industry overall in 2022. So many businesses have embraced this powerful new selling tool, offering online shopping through eCommerce-geared websites. But are you fully
According to Forbes, the rapid rise of eCommerce will see just over 20% of retail purchases take place online in 2023. The rise of eCommerce has transformed the face of retail and ushered in an era of digital transformation in the furniture sector. It has also increased the amount of
In retail furniture, standing out from the competition is essential. While quality and design have always been critical, today’s consumers
In an era where businesses are no longer solely judged by their bottom line, corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become
We can all agree that coaching is critical to goal achievement and professional development. Yet, when I ask sales managers
Who is the Eco-Conscious Consumer? The eco-conscious consumer shopping for mattresses and home furnishings began emerging in the 1980s and
The world is consumer-driven and constantly changing. Enticing customers to your furniture store with traditional marketing methods (or even online)
Driving Sales with Social Commerce Leveraging social media for business growth involves a mix of strategic planning and creative execution. The power of social media
State of the Industry: Navigating Economic Trends and Market Shifts Join us for a thought-provoking webinar that will delve into the pressing issues shaping the
