quality home furnishing products at affordable prices
Low prices are the cornerstone of the IKEA vision, business idea and concept. The basic thinking behind all IKEA products is that low prices make well-designed, functional home furnishings available to everyone. After all, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.
We are constantly trying to do everything a little better, a little simpler, more efficiently and always cost-effectively. All IKEA units play an important part in creating our low prices which we are then able to offer our customers.
developing and producing our product range
At IKEA we design the price tag first and then develop the product to suit that price. IKEA product developers and designers work directly with suppliers to ensure that creating the low prices starts on the factory floor. They consider maximising production equipment, using raw materials efficiently and applying technical innovations and the best possible design. It is all about making the most of our production process, keeping waste to an absolut minimum and considering flat-pack transportation and self-assembly. IKEA of Sweden develops the IKEA range which consists of about 9,500 products.
distribution and purchasing
The IKEA Group has 31 distribution centres in 16 countries, supplying goods to IKEA stores, and 45 trading service offices in 31 countries. This enables us to develop close relationships with our 1,350 suppliers in 50 countries.
industry group
The Swedwood Group produces wood-based furniture and wooden components. Swedwood has manufacturing units in 11 countries, mostly in Europe. In every step of production from forestry, sawmilling and board manufacture to furniture production it strives for cost efficiency while taking social and environmental responsibility.
read more at www.swedwood.com
IKEA stores
IKEA stores display the IKEA product range in room settings, offering inspiring home furnishing solutions to customers. To help keep prices low, IKEA stores buy and transport products in bulk, are located in less-expensive areas and take advantage of the self-service and assembly concept.
read more in IKEA Group stores
expert and supporting functions
An organisation such as the IKEA Group requires internal support functions to operate smoothly. IKEA IT provides cost-effective IT solutions to all IKEA units. IKEA Food Services is responsible for cost efficiency in food purchases, development and deliveries to IKEA restaurants, bistros and Swedish Food Markets. IKEA Indirect Materials & Services provides IKEA with products and services used by IKEA co-workers, excluding home furnishing products. These are just some examples of IKEA support functions.
One of the ways we are able to offer low prices.
