Ever had a customer fall in love with a product you don’t have in stock?Maybe it’s a custom fabric, a specific finish, or a piece that’s just temporarily unavailable. In home goods retail, these situations aren’t the exception—they’re pretty much the norm.
That’s why having a system that can handlespecial orders and backorderssmoothly isn’t just helpful—it’s essential....
In the home goods industry—where margins are tight, inventory is vast, and customer expectations are high—retailers need more than just a point-of-sale system. They need a business management solution that connects every part of their operation, especially accounting. That’s where Windward System Five shines.
When the market tightens, most businesses brace for impact. The smart ones build to grow.
Survival is often seen as success in uncertain times—and in some cases, it is. But the companies that come out ahead aren’t the ones who merely weather the storm. They’re the ones who use that storm as a competitive reset.
It’s 8 PM, your store closed hours ago, but you're still buried in paperwork, juggling inventory spreadsheets, and trying to make sense of last month’s sales. Sound familiar? If your business feels more like a burden than the dream you started with, it’s time for a change...
Efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability are more than just buzzwords—they’re the foundation of success. That’s what Windward Software is built for. With over four decades of experience, Windward has become a trusted partner for thousands of businesses worldwide, offering a comprehensive suite of tools designed to streamline operations and drive growth.
Let’s be honest—running a furniture or appliance store isn’t just about selling beautiful things. It’s about managing chaos with grace. One minute you’re helping a customer design their dream living room, the next you’re tracking down a missing shipment of bar stools, juggling backorders, and trying to figure out why your inventory says you have three lamps when you...
Walk into any lighting showroom and you’ll see more than just beautiful fixtures—you’ll see complexity. Behind every chandelier, pendant, and sconce is a web of SKUs, supplier logistics, and customer decisions that can stretch over weeks. For lighting retailers, managing all of this isn’t just a challenge—it’s a daily juggling act.
That’s where Windward System Five...
Running a lighting showroom is no small feat. Between dazzling displays, custom orders, and a warehouse full of back stock, staying organized can feel like juggling light bulbs—one wrong move, and something’s bound to drop. That’s where Windward System Five steps in as your showroom’s secret weapon.
In your lighting business, brilliance isn’t just about the fixtures—it’s about the financials. With thousands of SKUs, fluctuating supplier costs, and complex product bundles, even the most stunning showroom can struggle to keep margins in check. Missed price updates or overlooked freight charges can quietly chip away at your profits.
Consider the advantage of being able...
In times of economic volatility, businesses that operate on guesswork don’t just risk being wrong—they risk being left behind.Whether it’s rising supplier costs, fluctuating freight rates, or changing consumer behavior, pricing accuracy is a moving target in today’s market. And yet, many businesses continue to rely on outdated systems—or worse, spreadsheets—to set and...
