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As I continue to preach, internal use cases for GenAI are everywhere and this is where the productivity gains are easily justifiable from an ROI perspective …. A great example here from #Target.

Excited to share my recent conversation with Chris Dawson on the powerful intersection of Location Intelligence and AI in retail! Our discussion highlighted how these technologies unlock significant opportunities, from personalized marketing and enhanced customer experiences to optimized inventory management and insightful foot traffic analysis. A big thank you to Chris Dawson for this opportunity. 🙏 If you're a retailer looking to transform and unlock amazing value, I invite you to connect with our team of incredible #solvers at Searce Inc. Together, we can drive intelligent outcomes and future-proof your business. #RetailInnovation #LocationIntelligence #ArtificialIntelligence #Searce #CustomerExperience #RetailTransformation

🛍️ Tailored to Taste: AI Transforms Retail Experiences 🎯 Retail has entered a new era where shopping experiences are curated with the precision of a personal stylist. AI-based recommendation systems are transforming how consumers discover products, providing personalized suggestions that feel handpicked. These intelligent systems analyze browsing habits, purchase history, and consumer preferences to create a seamless and custom-tailored shopping journey. As retails embrace this tech, the question becomes: How can businesses ensure they're providing value without compromising customer privacy? Join the conversation on balancing personalization with privacy, and how AI is reshaping the retail landscape. #RetailTech #AI #Personalization #CustomerExperience #DataPrivacy

Very interesting article showing concrete AI powered initiatives in line with driving forces reshaping the retail industries (Walmart adaptive retail, Macy's pricing science and inventory allocation, Reformation rewear / resell / recycle / repair, Houdini Circle for product lifecycle extension, Brainbox AI decarbonizing retail ops...). "Whether generative, intuitive, or exploitative, AI was the NRF prevailing undercurrent" #retailinnovation #ai #generativeai #retail #nrf2024 #sustainability #consumerexperience #retailoptimization #technology #lifecyclemanagement #aiproductivity #decarbonization

Discover how AI is reshaping the future of retail and the customer experience in this article by Steve Carlin, CEO of AiFI, featured in TWICE magazine. 🛍️ Revolutionizing Retail: How AI is Shaping Tomorrow’s Shopping Experience Carlin highlights the pivotal role AI plays in crafting an enhanced shopping experience tailored to each shopper's needs. AI offers real-time insights into customer preferences to seamlessly optimize store layouts. 💳 The Checkout Revolution: AI’s Answer to Long Lines Say goodbye to long queues with AI-powered frictionless checkout. Through computer vision and specialized algorithms, retailers can transform any setting into a checkout-free environment. 🔍 The Backstage Magic: Generative AI’s Hidden Role By automating data collection and analysis, AI empowers decision-makers, streamlines operations, and is pioneering a new era of retail success. 🔮 Embrace the Future of Retail As technology continues to evolve, the retail industry stands at the brink of incredible change. By embracing technology-forward solutions, retailers can emerge as innovators. https://lnkd.in/eJsVz6VQ #futureofretail #retail #AI #computervision

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Exciting News for Retail! 🔴 Target is rolling out a game-changing AI tool, Store Companion, in nearly 2,000 stores across the US! This generative AI chatbot is set to: ✔ Boost efficiency for Target’s 400,000+ employees by August ✔Streamline tasks like answering process questions and coaching new team members ✔Provide instant solutions for common issues (e.g., restarting cash registers, enrolling customers in the Target Circle Card program) ✔Enhance customer shopping experiences by allowing staff to focus more on personalized service Currently piloted in 400 stores, Target's tech team is perfecting Store Companion based on real feedback. This initiative reflects Target's commitment to leveraging advanced tech for superior shopping experiences, setting a new retail standard. 🔗 Read more about it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmPVwBJA 💬 How do you think AI will transform retail? Let us know in the comments! #Target #RetailInnovation #AIAssistant #CustomerService #RetailTech #GenerativeAI #TechInRetail #StoreCompanion #TargetStores

What is a people counting solution? People counting system is a technology used to accurately track and count the number of individuals entering and exiting a retail store, shopping mall, or any other venue. We at Xpandretail are experts in people counting as we have been implementing people counting solutions across various industry verticals for more than 24 years now. Key Points: Accurate Footfall Tracking: Our solution accurately counts the number of people entering your store or mall, providing valuable insights into customer traffic. Enhanced Customer Experience: By understanding foot traffic patterns, businesses can optimize layout and staffing to improve the overall customer experience. Increased Revenue: With improved insights and operational efficiencies, businesses can drive higher revenue and profitability. Click to schedule a demo with us: https://lnkd.in/gYDA93sa #peoplecounting #PredictiveDataAnalytics #retaildata #PeopleCountingSolutions #AI #Xpandretail #sàvantdatasystem #MallSense 

🖥 Generative AI is the biggest trend in retail right now. At least that was the key message at Retail’s Big Show, the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual conference, which is being held in #newyorkcity this week. 🗣 Running from January 14-16, the conference has attracted thousands of global retailers, suppliers, and media, all clamouring to see what’s new in the world of shopping and consumers. 👄 And one topic seemed to be on the tip of everyone’s tongue: Generative artificial intelligence (AI). ✍ In my piece for Inside Retail US, I cover the thoughts of leading professionals like Ekta Chopra of E.L.F. BEAUTY, Ludovic Maire of SSENSE, John Furner of Walmart US, and Marc Benioff of Salesforce who all believe that the future is Generative AI or bust. 🖱 Click on the link below to find out more! #insideretail #nrf #nyc #retailnews #retail #retailers #tech #artificialintelligence #generativeai #generativeaitools #technology #salesforce #digital #linkedin #webcontent #editorial