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
Running a family business comes with a unique mix of opportunities and challenges. You’re not just making business decisions— you’re
“Every business owner has an exit strategy—even if they haven’t planned one.” For many private and family-owned businesses, daily operations
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2027 HFA Pillar Awards.
If you’ve ever watched a great candidate slow down at the finish line, or walk away from what felt like
What if the biggest threat to revenue isn’t the customer who walks away? What if it’s the customer who stays?
Men and women often bring different priorities to their jobs, and the companies that understand those differences build stronger teams, deeper loyalty, and better business
The competition for talent, from sales floor to delivery to leadership, keeps intensifying, and the retailers winning it are thinking beyond compensation. Join the Home
