Handbook of Furniture Manufacturing and Marketing

This loose-leaf reference work analyzes the entire North American furniture industry and its distribution channels. It uncovers market trends and makes forecasts to the end of this century. The book deals with all management and strategic topics of relevance to furniture executives. They range from market information and financial ratios, to new production technologies and training. All industry and trading segments are covered, i.e. household and office furniture, kitchen cabinets, plastic and metal furniture, as well as independent dealers, department stores and wholesalers. It is referenced and contains a full index and 350 exhibits. Revised and updated chapters will be issued periodically to keep the book at the forefront of new developments.