A shortage of truck drivers is one of the long-term supply-chain problems impacting the furniture industry. And it’s why the Home Furnishings Association supports a proposed pilot program aimed at bringing younger drivers into the profession. The Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration recently announced plans to study the feasibility of
Running a successful home furnishings business takes more than offering great products and excellent customer service. Retailers must also recruit
For decades, home furnishings retail has relied on a familiar merchandising formula: create a beautiful room, put the furniture in
What if the biggest threat to revenue isn’t the customer who walks away? What if it’s the customer who stays?
When Furniture Stops Moving, It’s Time to Rethink Your Floor Tariffs are driving costs up. The pandemic redecorating rush is
How to spot consultative salespeople who listen, build trust, and follow through — before they ever set foot on your
New research from Elevate puts the Gen X woman at the center of the furniture story. Surveying 1,210 Gen X shoppers at every stage of
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
