When you think about optimizing your shipping operations, the freight you receive from manufacturers and vendors might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, you have more control over your inbound shipping than you may realize, and when you have the right understanding, it can be easy
Prepare for Shipping Disruptions In today’s interconnected business landscape, small businesses heavily rely on efficient and reliable shipping services to maintain their supply chains and meet customer demands. With the potential 2023 UPS strike looming, you must understand the implications and take proactive measures to safeguard your operations. In this
FedEx and UPS rates are going up in 2021, and it’s more important than ever that HFA members know how to mitigate the effect on their business. Here are a few things you should know about the changes to come: FedEx and UPS small package rates are increasing an average
Furniture shopping has evolved into a fluid, hybrid experience. Today’s consumers move seamlessly between online browsing and in-store visits, gathering
The Home Furnishings Association’s Government Relations Action Team recently convened in Washington, DC, for its 2026 DC Fly-In, bringing the
Connecting POS, inventory, and ecommerce has become essential for furniture retailers. It directly impacts how a business runs day to
Every checkout tells a story, and not all of them end in a sale. For many eCommerce brands, a lack
In a furniture retail operation, one of the biggest threats to customer trust is not always the product itself. It
How Visible Is Your Store in AI? What are AI search tools saying about your store, and are they saying anything at all? In
AI & Retail Transformation: Your Roadmap to Smart Adoption The technology landscape for home furnishings retailers is evolving fast. For furniture retailers, simply adopting
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Technology Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and AI
