September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Following a near-record peak this summer, import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to steadily decline for the remainder of the year amid rising tariffs, according to the Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Allsteel, a workplace innovator, has opened its Design Lab in Washington, D.C., a hands-on environment designed to explore the future of the workplace. Reflecting the brand’s “Living in Beta” philosophy, the lab operates as a living laboratory, evolving space where experimentation meets intentionality.
September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Package.ai, the only AI-based platform unifying customer engagement and last-mile logistics for home furnishing, appliance retailers, and service providers, today announced the launch of AI-Backfill, a new AI-powered capability that intelligently fills empty truck space caused by delivery schedule changes and unoptimized routing—helping retailers increase efficiency and reduce manual effort across the board.
September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
At the upcoming High Point Market, American Leather will present an illuminating panel discussion entitled Define Your Niche: Find Your Focus to Fuel Your Growth. The conversation will take place on Friday, October 24, from 3:00–4:00 p.m., in the American Leather Showroom, Showplace 5000. All Market buyers are invited.
September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Herman Miller and Heath Ceramics introduce Gathered, a limited-edition ceramics collection ranging from statement serving pieces to eye-catching dinnerware. Rooted in timeless design and responsible making, the collection is thoughtfully designed to serve beautifully for years to come.
September 9,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Pottery Barn and Michael Graves Design have extended their first-of-its-kind accessible home furnishings collection into the bath category.
September 8,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces its lineup for Fall Market programming and events at the trade show organizer’s signature pop-up venue, The Point, open daily Oct. 24 — 28.