In business, everything is open to negotiation. But when customers ask for a rate reduction, it generally pays to remember the value of your offer…
Furniture delivery is rarely a simple trip from one address to another. A sofa, table or wardrobe may look straightforward on the schedule, then turn…
Widespread disruption to global trade continues to cloud the outlook for the industry’s economic growth, reports Giulia Taveggia, partner and senior…
Furniture News’ spotlight is on upholstery in August's issue, as one of the biggest players changes hands and others make key hires, establish new…
Today’s furniture shoppers are making more considered buying decisions, often turning to AI platforms for answers – so independent retailers ready to…
Andrew Goodacre, CEO of the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira), explains why music licensing deserves a place on every furniture…
Has your buying strategy evolved? When demand is cautious, furniture businesses need more than instinct, writes Shelley Bou Chrouch, brand strategist…
Inspired by an encounter with Pasquale Natuzzi, Tim Hudson, UK representative for Italian furniture mechanism suppliers CIAR and Nisi Group, asks why…
No matter the state of the economy, pitching higher-priced furniture products makes sense all round, suggests our US correspondent Gordon Hecht,…
Are you managing your range, or is it managing you? It’s good to offer your customer choice, but offer too much and your stock can quickly become a…
With the latest foam shortages prompting renewed industry disruption and significant price hikes across the industry, our regular legal contributor,…
The best of British is back in the spotlight! In July's issue, Furniture News asked some of the industry’s leading voices what the sector’s future…
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