In assessing the state of product development today, Protolabs determined that speed is of the essence. In a survey of more than 700 engineers, designers and product developers, the digital manufacturing service discovered that 53% of those polled said they are...
Many American consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products and services, but they want help in identifying such options, according to the third annual Business of Sustainability Index from software and data services firm PDI Technologies. Different...
Sustainability is a factor that’s more important to consumers today. It has a recognized value in branding and product positioning, which is fostering increased adoption across the housewares sector. Retailers and manufacturers both have been considering how they can...
ThredUp’s annual Resale Report, in its 12th year of sizing up the second-hand market and resale industry, provided a snapshot of current trends driving growth in a sector that’s gaining faster in some cases than retail in general. For example, ThredUp reported apparel...
With Volume Brands International, consumers can be more eco-positive wherever they live and work, saving space almost anywhere. The brand will showcase a recycling station and under-counter waste bin at The Inspired Home Show 2024. According to the company, the Glad...