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 on a positive note. However, as the same obstacles persist with no end in
Home furnishings retailers face the challenge of meeting consumer demand, where consumers are mostly online. One key way to enhance customer experience and engage with consumers around relevant products is by implementing a live inventory system. This feature, often referred to as integrated eCommerce, not only benefits retailers but also
Shopping for furniture online can be an exciting yet challenging experience. While the convenience and variety offered by digital storefronts are unparalleled, many shoppers find themselves grappling with certain obstacles. In this blog, we’ll delve into the five biggest pain points that consumers commonly encounter when purchasing furniture online, shedding
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
In furniture buying today, shoppers are more informed, selective, and skeptical than ever before. They’re not simply buying a sofa
What Home Furnishings Retailers and Importers Need to Know The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is moving forward with
As eCommerce grows, online merchandising has become a key element in driving both customer engagement and sales. Far more than
HFA Announces the 2026 Pillar Award Winners The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is proud to announce the recipients of the
Visual merchandising has evolved significantly from traditional window displays and static store layouts. What used to rely solely on creativity
Selling Like a Million-Dollar Writer What separates a good sales associate from a true million-dollar writer? It’s not luck, and it’s not just traffic.
The Right Way to Use AI in Retail Marketing (and What to Avoid) Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping marketing and its impact on retail
