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From Overstocked to Optimized: Smarter Inventory Management for Home Goods Retailers

In home goods retail, having the right product at the right time is everything. But with thousands of SKUs, seasonal trends, and supplier lead times, inventory can quickly become a guessing game. Overstocking eats into margins, understocking frustrates customers—and both hurt your bottom line.

That’s why smart inventory management isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s a...

Smarter Special Order Management for Home Goods Retailers

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....

Why More Home Goods Showrooms Are Choosing Windward Software

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...

Why Should Your Small Business Migrate to a Cloud ERP Solution?

Chances are you already rely on cloud computing to solve the challenges faced by running your business, whether you're firing off e-mails on the move or using a bunch of apps to help you manage your workload.

Cloud is fast becoming the new normal.

Give Furniture Store Efficiency A Boost With Business Management Software

Furniture and other Home Goods stores that use Business Management Software benefit from increased operational efficiency and sales.

Ways A Retail POS System Can Make Your Appliance Store Run Smoothly

A retail POS system helps ensure your customers have access to the products they want, while receiving the customer service they deserve.

Like any retail operation, an appliance store relies on effective sales procedures in order to be successful. These are big-ticket items and consumers can deliberate endlessly before pulling the trigger on a deal.

Business Management Software: The Key to 2023 Operational Excellence

As the business world continues to evolve and grow, companies must keep up with the latest trends and technologies in order to stay competitive. In 2023, one of the most essential tools for businesses will be business management software. 

How to Know When It's Time To Implement an ERP

Constant business meetings are a sign your company might be ready to upgrade to business management software.

Do you ever catch yourself wondering whether it’s time to start usingbusiness management software? After all, how do you know you need something if you’ve never tried it before? Don’t worry, you’re not the first owner or manager to ponder this.

Beyond QuickBooks: Is Integrated Accounting Software Right for You?

Integrated accounting software has a number of advantages that make it a solid choice for many business types.

When used correctly, small business management software should make your life easier, not the other way around. 

Round Out Your Product Mix With Minimal Risk by Introducing Consignment

Selling goods on consignment is a low-risk way to get more variety into your store while keeping your working capital.  With the right software by your side, you can easily manage consignment stock and enter into supplier-managed inventory agreements.

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