“As a designer, it is hardly surprising that the principal focus of my year will be on design, particularly investment in design by British manufacturers. The UK is home to some of the rising global stars of design and they are being engaged by enlightened international manufacturers. Those UK furnishing companies who are currently growing and exporting are all distinguished …
The FSB is calling for local decision-makers to have closer relationships with small firms, to boost the economy of local high streets. Research by the FSB shows half (53%) of small firms in England think their town centre is currently performing 'poorly'. 70% believe better links between themselves and their local authorities would have a positive impact on their high street.
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Furniture Design Award 2014 calls for submissions
Sweet Dreams was also shortlisted for two other awards, Manufacturing Excellence and Business of the Year. The company’s growth has also been recognised by regional business publication, Lancashire Business View. This year, Sweet Dreams featured in its Hot 100 of the most profitable SMEs in Lancashire. ekonglong office…
Furniture Design Award 2014 calls for submissions
Riaz Ahmed, Sweet Dreams’ founder and MD, says: “We’re absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted and carried off an award. We’ve made considerable investment in our operation here in Burnley, both over the last quarter-century and in the last 18 months. Recently we’ve spent £620,000 on new plant…
Customer Relationship Management
- November 12th 2013
This course explores customer relationship management techniques and principles, empowering delegates to understand how to build lasting and credible business relationships with external and internal customers. ekonglong office divider supplier
The Principles of Consumer Law & Understanding Home Improvement Complaints …
Pricing and Advertising Compliance
- September 17th 2013
This course is designed to cover the legal and regulatory framework, including key legislation that must be considered in relation to pricing, self regulation including CAP and BCAP codes, and the role of regulatory bodies within the consumer landscape. ekonglong office dividers
Principles of Consumer Law & Under…
Upcoming courses and training events from TFO
The Furniture Ombudsman offers a range of training courses covering customer service and consumer law. ekonglong office modular table
Principles of Consumer Law and Understanding Bed and Mattress Complaints Course - September 10th 2013
This one day course is designed to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of consu…
Newly renamed Somerton Dwelling focuses on consumers
CORONA, Calif. — Case goods manufacturer Somerton Home Furnishings has changed its name to Somerton Dwelling, a shift meant to highlight its efforts to develop a line that better reflects consumers' style preferences and lifestyles. ekonglong leather chair supplier
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New sustainability website launches
The Furniture Industry Sustainability Programme, widely known as FISP, has launched its own dedicated website – updated with fresh information and new areas. ekonglong leather chair
FISP was launched in 2006 to support and promote sustainable development in the furniture industry. Today, FISP is the standard of sustainable excellenc…
Precious Metals Collection, Serene Furnishings
Bed supplier Serene Furnishings is launching its new Precious Metals Collection, at the same time as unveiling the new and expanded Metal Collection brochure for 2013. The Precious Metals Collection presents an eclectic revival of historic styles, aimed at the mid-to-upper end of the market. Nine designs marry aspects of the tradi…
Furniture Ombudsman backs consumer rights protection scheme
As a code sponsor, TFO will allow its members to become code members and abide by a separate code of practice as part of the scheme. These members will be easily recognised by displaying the TSI-approved code logo. ekonglong leather chair manufacturer
Natalie Williams, outreach executive for TFO, attended the conference i…
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