Frequently Asked Questions About FurnitureShow.com

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Who can buy online? Only qualified industry buyers - retailers, designers, corporate specifiers, architects, etc. can register for a FurnitureShow.com buyer account in order to view pricing information and place orders. Manufacturers can choose to target buyer types from which they will accept orders. So can consumers use the site? Consumers can use the site to view products and locate area dealers. They cannot view prices or place orders. Can anyone view pricing information in the showrooms? You can only view product pricing information if you're logged in with a valid FurnitureShow.com buyer account. Also, certain exhibitors choose not to make pricing information and ordering functionality available to all registered buyers. How does FurnitureShow.com handle manufacturer pricing? The system is flexible enough to handle a wide range of pricing structures. Manufacturers have the ability to incorporate discounts and price breaks. Who can exhibit on FurnitureShow.com? All manufacturers of furnishings and accessories are invited to participate in the FurnitureShow.com marketplace. How do buyers register on FurnitureShow.com? Just visit www.furnitureshow.com and fill out the New Buyer Sign-up form. This form provides FurnitureShow.com with information about your company. After your application has been approved, FurnitureShow.com provides you with your own account name and password and you're ready to go. What happens once an order is placed? Automated systems forward orders to the appropriate exhibitors, who then process and fill orders independently. So are buyers purchasing from FurnitureShow.com? No, FurnitureShow.com is a communication channel that facilitates the ordering process and automates the steps that are involved, but buyers are purchasing directly from the exhibitors listed. What are the technology requirements for participating on FurnitureShow.com? Buyers only need an Internet connection and a Web browser. There are no specific technology requirements for exhibitors. Could using the Internet weaken the personal relationships my business is built on? FurnitureShow.com realizes that relationships are a vital part of the furnishings industry and they work to strengthen these relationships by improving the channels of communication within the industry. How can I get in touch with FurnitureShow.com? Visit www.furnitureshow.com, email at info@furnitureshow.com, or call Toll-free at: 1.800.375.3619.