Last Mile Delivery Obstacles & Opportunities for Furniture Retailers

In this original white paper study conducted by Furniture Today Strategic Insights, in partnership with FIDELITONE, we examined the current delivery practices and use of 3PLs among furniture retailers.

The Research

The research, which polled more than 50 retailers, revealed actionable insights into retail furniture delivery practices. It also provided a glimpse into the future directions of the industry.

For A Furniture Customer, Last Mile Delivery Is a Crucial Link in the Relationship With Retailers

Points of failure revolve around customer-friendly service models, preventing damage, and real-time communications with the customer.

Brand reputation influences furniture retailers’ decisions about whether to use a 3PL.

With the right partnership, companies have the opportunity to support growth in sales, expand their geography, save costs, and leverage proved technologies to cement the customer relationship.

Retailers want a delivery schedule for the consumer at a time of their choosing.

This white paper presents insights from industry executives, with selection criteria for choosing a 3PL partner.


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