Wayfair reduces global workforce by 5%
BOSTON – Wayfair said it is cutting its global workforce by 5%, a move that will affect some 870 employees. The reduction also includes about …
Category: Supply chain logistics
AHFA Summit provides window into new tip-over testing methods
If approved by the ASTM members, these methods could be part of an updated standard as early as this fall COLFAX, N.C. – Attendees of …
Rick Lovegrove creates a new vision for Four Hands’ upholstery
Executive seeks to expand domestic production, sustainability initiatives and also strengthen relationships with key suppliers AUSTIN, Texas – Four Hands’ upholstery division is planning to …
Letter to the editor: Political discussions a toxic mixture in business
Few would argue that our nation is divided in a manner not witnessed in many decades. This was true even prior to the added pressures …
High inventories, drop in consumer demand hit home at Dorel Industries
Company reports drop in Q2 sales, earnings due to marketplace challenges MONTREAL — The results of Dorel Industries’ latest earnings report for the second quarter …
Man Wah begins Mexico production
NUEVO LEON, Mexico — Motion upholstery manufacturer Man Wah Holdings said it has begun production in a temporary 200,000-square-foot leased facility here that is producing …
Import data reveals dramatic shift duties have had on global mattress sourcing
Countries such as Indonesia and Mexico maintained strong positions while Vietnam and Turkey shipments dropped HIGH POINT — Import figures published by investment banking firm …
Tip-over takes center stage at this week’s AHFA Summit
Two speakers will provide updates on what to expect with new proposed testing methods and federal STURDY Act legislation COLFAX, N.C. — The looming prospect …
DispatchTrack survey sees last-mile trouble for holiday season
CAMPBELL, Cailf. — Logistics professionals are worried inventory shortages — not the reported overstocks — along with high fuel costs and other factors out of …
Lower prices are here
Lower container rates, materials costs help companies make adjustments as they look to boost business in the second half HIGH POINT — Furniture manufacturers and …
