Las Vegas Winter Market provided a great opportunity for all members of the furniture and mattress industry to reflect on the year that was, look ahead and get excited about some of the new trends hitting the market.
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Control4 Leans On Support as a Service to Innovate Custom Integration Industry
Control4 Connect and Assist are two new offerings from the SnapOne brand that look to free integrators up while providing recurring revenue opportunities.
Inflation Reduction Act: Moving from Concept to Active State Incentive Programs
While there hasn’t been much to report on the state-level rebate programs out of the Inflation Reduction Act, there has been a ton of work going on behind the scenes to ensure independent retailers have the tools and resources necessary to effectively support their customers once these programs go live.
Unlocking Growth: The Crucial Role of Inventory Finance for Independent Retailers
Inventory finance is a critical tool that independent retailers can use to free up dollars to support other areas of their business – in addition to many other added benefits.
Transparent Tech Seems To Be the Hot Trend Out of CES 2024
Transparent TV tech was the talk of CES 2024 with both Samsung and LG showing off near-consumer-ready product.
3 Things Independent Retailers Should Watch for at CES 2024
There’ve already been a number of announcements ahead of CES 2024 that are noteworthy for independent retailers across every major category. Most involve some implementation of artificial intelligence. But, let’s dive into them.
NKBA Survey Highlights Designers’ Preferences Around Appliances
Latest Closeup on Kitchen Appliances report dives into the trends, desires and frustrations the design community – their clients – has with appliances.
CEDIA Speaks on Behalf of Integrators in Comments to FCC
CEDIA submitted a filing to the FCC during an open comment period for the forthcoming U.S. Cyber Trust Mark.
Should I Sell TVs at a Mattress Store? Of Course, You Should!
Nationwide Marketing Group and Samsung are helping furniture and mattress retailers seamlessly add TVs to their lineup.
3 Staggering Stats from a Record-Setting Black Friday Shopping Weekend
Early indications show this was a record-setting Black Friday holiday shopping weekend. Here are a few of the most eye-popping stats.
Addressing Consumers’ Cybersecurity Concerns Around the Smart Home
Smart home technology continues to advance at an incredible pace, which is great for enthusiasts but raises security questions among skeptics.
It’s a Mixed Bag of Retail Data Ahead of Black Friday
Ahead of the ever-important Black Friday weekend, we take a look at numbers and figures from the National Retail Federation and U.S. Census Bureau, which paint different pictures of the current state of retail.
NKBA Report Highlights Tough Market Conditions But Shares Positive Retail Outlook
The Q3 KBMI report from NKBA provided a mixed bag of results. Growth slowed during the quarter but the industry remains optimistic heading into 2024.
Preparing for Holiday Season: It’s Never Too Late to Make Your Seasonal Sales Great
Looking for more concrete ways to help your business win this holiday season? Check out these tips our Vendor Partners shared with us.
Tempur-Sealy Reports Third Quarter Earnings, Provides Mattress Firm Update
During a recent earnings call with investors, Tempur-Sealy International shared its Q3 2023 results and provided an update on the Mattress Firm acquisition.
4 Ways to Get Ready Now for a Successful End to 2023 – and Beyond
Manufacturer partners recently shared their insights on the final weeks of the year, and we provide tips to have a successful end of 2023 and beyond.
The Business Case for Installing EV Charging Stations in Your Parking Lot
EV charging stations offer independent retailers a major opportunity to boost business. Here are four reasons why you could consider adding them to your parking lot.
What’s Trending? Kitchen, Furniture Reports Reveal Consumer Design Preferences
Recent research from the NKBA and Consumer Insights Now dive into the design trends shaping consumers’ kitchens and other areas of the home.
5 Charts That Prove You Need to Add Alternative Payment Options
Alternative payment methods are experiencing a meteoric rise in use among U.S. consumers, and here’s the data to prove it.
6 Ways to Elevate Your Employee Experience
From recruitment marketing to onboarding, growth and development, benefits and perks and the physical workspace, fostering a remarkable employee experience is the key to attracting, retaining and motivating top talent.