This report originally published as a three-part series in the Sept. 24, Oct. 1 and Oct. 8, 2012 print editions of Furniture/Today

Furniture/Today's in-depth analysis on Indonesia's furniture manufacturing industry, is presented in three parts.

Part one explores Indonesia as one of the largest exporters of furniture to the U.S. market. Details include: Indonesia import figures, 2007-2011; the top five products imported from Indonesia; a listing of Indonesian factories including headquarters, type of furniture produced, operation size and capacity, number of workers, number of years selling to U.S. and estimated percentage of sales to the U.S.; and in-depth analysis from associate editor Tom Russell as to why Indonesia factories have become such a vital furniture source to the U.S. Part two highlights how U.S.-based Furniture Brands International and other U.S. companies have made a statement with their presence in Indonesia. Part three explains the hurdles facing Indonesian producers, as well as the advantages of furniture production in the country.

*11 pages*

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