“We need robust demand planning” is a phrase I hear from almost every client. Demand planning accurately forecasts customer purchases, essential to any business that buys/builds goods. At a basic level, the definition of demand planning and its crucialness to business are self-explanatory. However, successfully implementing demand planning responsive to
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
What Home Furnishings Retailers and Importers Need to Know The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is moving forward with
Many retail buying journeys begin online through research, browsing, comparison, or early product discovery. Shoppers expect digital guidance before they
Running a furniture store today isn’t easy. Shoppers have endless options, and they’re scrolling, searching, and comparing before they even
More important, what should they do? At a peer group meeting of eight successful construction industry CEOs years ago, the
HFA Announces the 2026 Pillar Award Winners The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is proud to announce the recipients of the
The Right Way to Use AI in Retail Marketing (and What to Avoid) Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping marketing and its impact on retail
Building a Brand Shoppers Believe In: Authentic Storytelling Today’s furniture shoppers buy from brands they trust. In this live event and Q&A, industry leaders
