Serious and Sometimes Comic Musings on the Future of Retail
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E Ink’s Bryan Chan joins Omni Talk to explain the evolution and adoption of electronic shelf labels and their transformative role in modern retail. From Europe’s early sustainability focus to Walmart’s recent large-scale rollout, Bryan shares how ESLs are reshaping pricing, operations, and even retail media strategies.
Rajat Nigam, CPO at ClearDemand, joins Omni Talk to explain how competitive intelligence has evolved from simple web scraping to a complex, essential retail discipline. He outlines the engineering challenges and strategic benefits of clean, complete, and normalized data for pricing, assortment, and promotion success.
Is microfulfillment dead? Not if you ask Tesco’s Transcend Retail Solutions and Dematic! In this exclusive Omni Talk Spotlight, Oliver Vogt and Danielle Dakin explain why MFCs — or as Tesco calls them, Urban Fulfillment Centers (UFCs) — are critical for grocery e-commerce success. Learn the real volume hurdles, why flexibility matters, how to boost profitability through microfulfillment, and why the US market could be perfect for this next wave of fulfillment innovation. Don’t miss this detailed insider look!
Angela Fernandez from GS1 US breaks down the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), explaining how digital traceability and industry-wide collaboration are essential for future compliance. She emphasizes that food supply chain visibility, not just regulatory compliance, is where real business value and operational improvements will emerge.
Trybe is a one-of-a-kind leadership conference designed to connect and empower women across retail, technology, and consumer commerce. With an impressive lineup of speakers, cutting-edge business insights, and a strong focus on mentorship, networking, and career advancement, this event is set to be a must-attend for industry professionals.
Retail automation investment is leveling off after a surge in the pandemic era, with retailers now focusing on optimizing existing infrastructure rather than large-scale new projects. In this discussion, Kim Baudry from Dematic breaks down the key trends shaping supply chain automation, warehouse efficiency, and AI-powered logistics.
Join Simbe Robotics CEO Brad Bogolea for an in-depth discussion about how retail robotics are revolutionizing store operations. Learn about Simbe’s Tally robot’s impact on reducing out-of-stocks by 60%, improving inventory accuracy, and why both store associates and customers are embracing this technology. Discover why 2025 could be the year retail robotics become mainstream.
Hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga dive into the world of private brands with special guests Brandon Warren and Bethany Davis of the Barcode Group. Discover why private brands are crucial to retail growth, who’s winning the private label game, and how retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Target are adapting their strategies. Brandon and Bethany also share actionable advice for manufacturers and retailers looking to elevate their private label programs. Don’t miss this insightful conversation full of expert takes and innovative ideas!
Pam Simon, Executive VP and Conference Chair of Manifest Vegas, shares insights on the 2025 event that brings together global supply chain leaders, innovators, and investors. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies, networking, and mentorship, Manifest Vegas is set to be the must-attend conference for logistics and supply chain professionals.
In this insightful Omni Talk Retail podcast, hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss with Troy Siwek, GM and Partner at GreyOrange, how RFID technology and GreyOrange’s gStore platform are revolutionizing the retail industry. From enhancing inventory visibility to enabling seamless customer experiences with overhead RFID and AI-driven tools, this conversation explores the core of digital transformation in retail. Discover the latest innovations, including smart mirrors, real-time inventory data, and backroom automation, that empower retailers to improve in-store operations, streamline omni-channel services, and increase customer satisfaction.
Natalija Pavic from Salesforce and Melissa Dallmeyer from Avalara share valuable insights on how retailers can prepare for the holiday season using composable commerce, tax compliance solutions, and optimized customer experiences. They emphasize the importance of testing systems and planning well in advance to avoid critical mistakes during peak shopping periods.
Learn from one of the best in the industry! Tredence’s Morgan Seybert shares invaluable insights on data-driven retail strategies, AI analytics, and maximizing profitability.
Experts from Dematic explore how leading retailers are adapting their supply chains for sustainability, focusing on innovative strategies in automation, energy efficiency, and waste reduction for distribution centers. They share real-world examples and practical advice for supply chain executives, covering topics such as micro-fulfillment, automated palletizing, and collaborative sustainability efforts with suppliers and customers.
Our latest Spotlight podcast episode explores the evolution and future of barcoding technology in retail, featuring insights from experts at GS1 and Bitly. The discussion covers how 2D barcodes and QR codes are revolutionizing supply chain management, enhancing consumer engagement, improving food safety, and offering new opportunities for retailers to differentiate themselves in a competitive market.
In this week’s Tech Spotlight Podcast, we shine light on Avataar, a company merging AI and computer vision, and that is revolutionizing the retail industry by enabling the creation of digital assets, from still images to immersive 3D environments, for personalized and engaging product exploration. By drastically reducing operational costs and time for retailers while enhancing the consumer experience, Avataar’s technology is bridging the gap between physical and digital worlds, empowering brands to scale their content creation and meet customers where they are.
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