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Are supply chain challenges keeping you up at night? From unpredictable demand to complex inventory flows, the obstacles can feel overwhelming. But with AI-powered insights, we’re helping retailers turn those challenges into opportunities. Imagine: 🔍 Demand forecasts with unmatched accuracy 📦 Inventory that’s always in the right place, at the right time 💡 Smarter, faster decisions across your supply chain If that sounds like a future worth building, let’s connect!

We’ve wrapped up a highly productive Groceryshop conference, where we had the chance to take the pulse of the industry and observe the latest trends and insights. Here are my top five key takeaways from the event: * Exploring New Revenue Streams: With shrinking margins in the grocery and retail sectors (1.6% in the U.S., 0.9% in the U.K.), companies are actively seeking alternative revenue sources. Retail media networks, which could account for 33% to 50% of the profit pool by 2030, are becoming critical. * Technology Driving Efficiency: Retailers are investing heavily in technologies that enhance store efficiency and improve customer experience. For example, Sam’s Club’s “scan and go” technology is a prime example of how digital media can influence in-store behavior. AI-powered tools are also helping personalize marketing and optimize operational costs. * Increasing Collaboration Among Retailers: Retailers are working together more than ever to develop innovative solutions. Major players like Tesco are commercializing their technology to help others improve e-commerce and fulfillment operations. This shift from isolated innovation to collaboration is gaining momentum across the industry. * Generative AI’s Expanding Role: Generative AI is transforming customer interactions and internal operations. At Schnucks, it’s used for personalized marketing, coding assistance, and even providing real-time, AI-driven answers to customer and employee questions. It’s clear that AI will play a major role in optimizing both customer engagement and operational productivity moving forward. * GS1 and Digital Transformation: A less visible but vital topic at the conference was the role of GS1 in advancing digital transformation through 2D barcodes and data governance standards. GS1’s standards help retailers use data for better inventory management, personalized marketing, and more efficient operations, while also supporting sustainability and community engagement efforts. GS1 US #Groceryshop #RetailTrends #IndustryInsights #GenAI #GS1 #Dataanalytics #Datagovernance

🚀 Category Management 2.0: Smarter Decisions Powered by Data Retail isn’t just about stocking shelves - it’s about making data work for you. 📊 From optimizing assortments to uncovering cross-category opportunities, our latest blog dives into how data and AI are redefining category management for retailers. 💡 Discover actionable insights to stay ahead in today’s competitive market. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/geCVV-Q6 #RetailAnalytics #CategoryManagement #AIinRetail #Nexlytix

Retail is evolving, and so should your approach to category management. Nexlytix shares how data and AI are unlocking smarter decisions for retailers - from maximizing assortments to driving cross-category insights. Don't just keep up with the competition - stay ahead. Check out this must-read post from Nexlytix!

DHL Supply Chain was front and center at RILA LINK2024, delving into the pulse of the retail supply chain landscape. Dive into our comprehensive recap, where we distill key insights and strategies unveiled by industry leaders. From navigating the evolving consumer behaviors to harnessing the power of data analytics and AI, discover the pivotal shifts shaping the future of retail supply chains. Whether you attended in person or couldn't make it, stay ahead of the curve with our exclusive recap. Read now and elevate your supply chain game! #LINK2024 https://okt.to/ksWF9C

DHL Supply Chain was front and center at RILA LINK2024, delving into the pulse of the retail supply chain landscape. Dive into our comprehensive recap, where we distill key insights and strategies unveiled by industry leaders. From navigating the evolving consumer behaviors to harnessing the power of data analytics and AI, discover the pivotal shifts shaping the future of retail supply chains. Whether you attended in person or couldn't make it, stay ahead of the curve with our exclusive recap. Read now and elevate your supply chain game! #LINK2024 https://okt.to/3MUtEq

Day 1 at Retail Week x The Grocer. From live commerce = 5x conversion to improving in-store productivity to making Philadelphia part of the simplicity and comfort we all need, a great range of topics and 1-to-1 discussions. Of course my favourite session was our roundtable on AI - from hype to real business value; thanks to all our CPGs and Retailers for sharing your experiences, one thing that is very clear is that it remains 'people' that bring the real value and USP to any business, people-led and tech/AI-enabled. Yes that is GenAI Linda, and thanks to my GenAI colleagues Tim Knight and Oxana Miroshnichenko.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to listen to the experts discuss "What happens when you apply the most innovative #predictiveAI and #generatiaveai technology to retail's toughest #supplychain challenges? SymphonyAI's Kurian Thomas and Troy Prothero lay it all out for you in a fast-paced April 4 webinar, "How Retailers Can Monetize Supply Chain Data and Grow Sales." Kurian and Troy give practical, actionable insights on how supply chain data can be monetized while driving deeper, more mutually valuable retailer-supplier collaboration and creating a more engaging shopper experience. Here is the link: https://lnkd.in/egpcfB8v

Central Retail and The 1 Received Recognitions at IDC Future Enterprise Awards 2024 🌟    Central Group is thrilled to announce that Central Retail and The 1 have been honored with two prestigious awards:  🏆 Future of Industry Ecosystems  🏆 Best in Future of Enterprise Intelligence    Central Retail’s “CRC Retailligence” strategy earned the Future of Industry Ecosystems award for elevating the retail ecosystem with AI and digital technologies. This seamless, data-driven approach strengthens partnerships and delivers exceptional shopping experiences, reaffirming our leadership in sustainable, next-gen retail.    The 1’s Best in Future of Enterprise Intelligence award recognizes its Data-Driven Loyalty Strategy, which leverages MarTech, AI, and Machine Learning to personalize experiences for over 21 million members. By understanding customer needs deeply, The 1 delivers timely, tailored benefits in line with its vision as the Center of Life Platform.    These achievements reflect our commitment to innovation and leadership, paving the way for Next-Gen Omni Retailing and positioning us as Asia-Pacific’s leading smart retail organization. 🚀    #CentralGroup #CentralRetail  #The1  #IDCFutureEnterpriseAwards2024  #DigitalTransformation #CustomerExperience #Innovation

Simbe Introduces Innovative Daily Shelf Insight Solution for Retailers and Partners: ## The Retail World’s Technological Tango: Simbe’s New Beat **SAN FRANCISCO** — Tech is taking over retail faster than a NYC cabbie weaving through traffic. Retailers are not just adopting tools; they’re diving headfirst into AI and automation to turbocharge growth. Yet, a hurdle remains: the pesky issue of insufficient shelf data, which gums up The post Simbe Introduces Innovative Daily Shelf Insight Solution for Retailers and Partners appeared first on Regent Harbor Management Tokyo Japan. #Business #Daily #Innovative #Insight #Introduces