Gross Margin Return on Inventory (GMROI) is one of the most important metrics for furniture retailers. Here’s what it means, why it matters, and how to improve it. Inventory is the single largest investment most independent furniture retailers make. Yet many dealers still measure success primarily by sales volume instead
If you thought of the title of this article as a question, your first answer might be “Products that sold with the least amount of markdowns.” You could be right, but that’s only a small part of the answer. It’s not just about selling products with low markdowns. There is
When the Home Furnishings Association named Room & Board the 2026 HFA Retailer of the Year (50+ Employees), it recognized
In today’s digital-first shopping environment, your product images are doing far more than just “showing” a sofa or dining table;
In home furnishings, the customer experience doesn’t end at the point of sale; it often begins there. Delivery, communication, scheduling,
Upcoming Section 301 tariff decisions could have meaningful consequences for home furnishings retailers, shaping costs, sourcing, and competitiveness in the
Connecting POS, inventory, and ecommerce has become essential for furniture retailers. It directly impacts how a business runs day to
Inventory Management Transformation: The New Retail Back End Behind every great customer experience is an operation that runs smoothly. Join Peter Theran, HFA CEO, for
How Visible Is Your Store in AI? What are AI search tools saying about your store, and are they saying anything at all? In
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Back-End Operations Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and
