Global sourcing is no longer merely an option for manufacturers; it is a competitive necessity.

To take advantage of global sourcing and manufacturing cost efficiencies - and to tap into burgeoning consumer markets overseas - companies must put as much effort into designing their global supply chain as they do in managing it. Old habits die hard, but forward-thinking companies are embracing a holistic approach to design.

To remain competitive, furniture manufacturers have rearranged their networks to accommodate a massive production shift to Asia. By bringing collaboration, technology, and new strategies to the table, the industry is sitting pretty.