The U.S. retail landscape remains uneven, with strong consumer spending in categories like motor vehicles, parts, and building materials—likely driven by pre-tariff buying behavior—while furniture stores experienced a nearly 1% month-over-month decline. The National Retail Federation projects slower consumer spending growth in the near term due to inflation and tariff
The home furnishings industry is experiencing a digital revolution, and operations optimization is leading the way. Advanced technologies are pivotal in tackling challenges like supply chain disruptions, order backlogs, and other operational hurdles facing manufacturing, distribution, and retail operations. These cutting-edge solutions enhance visibility and detailed reporting for home furnishings
Defining Roles, Purpose, and a Path to Leadership Bringing a son, daughter, or younger family member into your retail furniture
On December 10, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) submitted a key response in the Court of International Trade (CIT)
The retail customer experience is the shopper’s overall impression of your store and is not just about selling products. It’s
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is closely following the latest developments surrounding the ongoing Supreme Court hearings on the legality
When Furniture Stops Moving, It’s Time to Rethink Your Floor Tariffs are driving costs up. The pandemic redecorating rush is
Shaping the Customer Experience with Consumer Study Data Step into the shoes of today’s furniture shopper and discover what truly shapes their in-store experience.
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
