Russia Office Furniture Market Analysis
The COVID -19 pandemic has disrupted the office furniture market by making a change in the work pattern, where in employees were supposed to work from home. Consequently, there were minimal operations in the workplace and even new companies who have planned to start their offices from 2020 were unable to execute things as per their plans. However the market is expected to grow within 2 years.
There has been an increase in the number of industries in the recent years and a subsequent demand for Office Furniture owing to the needs of a better working area including cubicles, tables etc. For boosting colleague communications, collaborative environment and social interactions, organizations are creating informal office spaces. This shift has prompted the manufacturers in the office furniture industry to introduce advanced furniture products. However, increasing prices for office spaces are forcing enterprises and companies to adopt modular office furniture.
Also the present day offices are expected to maintain an aesthetic appearance in order to have a good working atmosphere for the employees. Also there has been a rise in the demand for smart workplace furniture that provides internet connectivity as well as promotes better posture and movement support. Thus, manufacturers are designing office furniture that minimizes stress and offers enhanced comfort. These factors account for the increase in the supply and demand of Office Furniture Market in Russia.
Russia Office Furniture Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Russia Office Furniture Market according to our research experts:
Increasing Office Spaces in Moscow City
Moscow reserves leadership in business development in Russia. In the coming years, several business centres in Moscow are waiting for redevelopment. This is expected to contribute toward an increase in demand for office furniture during the forecast period. The style of office furniture can be correlated with the work style and output of the employees of an organization. At present, the market for office furniture is driven by factors like the expanding corporate sector, rapidly growing real estate industry and escalating demand for premium and designer furniture. Increasing office construction spending is expected to behold the growth of the market. In line with the same, leading office furniture companies are manufacturing which offers better comfort and can improve productivity.
Rise in Online Sales of Office Furniture
Growing number of start-ups, rising consumer engagement through online shopping platforms, rising number of home-based offices, and growing internet penetration contribute toward increased demand for the online sales of office furniture. Owing to increasing consumer preference for online shopping, several office furniture companies are selling their products through their own website or through popular retail websites.Also the lifestyles of the majority of the owners of the companies is pretty hectic ,the online stores are attracting customers in huge numbers as it saves the time of the customer in travelling to the store and is catering to the demand for variety. Also it saves the money required for a physical visit to the store. All these factors account for the increase in online sales of Office Furniture.