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Every aspect of a product, from its packaging to its journey to the shelf, is scrutinized – with up to 80% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainability. Brands are driven by consumer demand and sentiment, and consumers believe that brands have a leading role to play in ethical and sustainability initiatives. Establishing better outcomes for consumers, however, relies on manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers working together in a circular economy of shared values, assessing relationships on more than the traditional business metrics. This new report explores how ethical impact and sustainability demands are transforming the retail sector 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyBjtCwu #BSI #RetailTrends #FoodInnovation #AI #ConsumerTrends

Every aspect of a product, from its packaging to its journey to the shelf, is scrutinized – with up to 80% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainability. Brands are driven by consumer demand and sentimen, and consumers believe that brands have a leading role to play in ethical and sustainability initiatives. Establishing better outcomes for consumers, however, relies on manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers working together in a circular economy of shared values, assessing relationships on more than the traditional business metrics. This new report explores how ethical impact and sustainability demands are transforming the retail sector: https://lnkd.in/eyBjtCwu #BSI #RetailTrends #FoodInnovation #AI #ConsumerTrends

Five key retail trends that will shape the trajectory of 2025 from National Retail Federation’s Big Show... ⤵️ We attended #NRF2025, where industry leaders, technologists, and innovators shared their vision for the future of retail. From the transformative power of AI to the reinvention of physical stores, the changing food retail landscape, and the rise of circularity in sustainability efforts, the trends discussed at NRF reveal a clear path forward for businesses ready to embrace change. In our latest blog, Shannon Wu-Lebron shares the latest retail trends and insights revealed at NRF. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/geCXZsCJ #AI #Retail #RetailTrends #Neudesic

【CNL Panel Discussions at Retail Asia Conference 2024】 Numerous industries have prioritised technological advancements, harnessing innovation to meet market demands more effectively. The logistics sector is no exception, striving to deliver increasingly flexible and precise services through innovation and adaptation 🌟. Last Friday, Mr. Angus Tsang, Chief Financial Officer of CN Logistics, had the privilege of attending the Retail Asia Conference. He engaged with industry leaders, exchanging insights on strategies and technologies aimed at enhancing the global supply chain's value. As a sophisticated international logistics solutions provider, CNL caters to a wide array of renowned luxury retail brands and has forged strategic alliances with eCommerce giants. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, we have supported clients in their global expansion endeavours🌏. During the discussion titled "Revolutionising Retail in the Era of AI," Angus delved into the challenges that retail brands face in cross-border logistics, as well as the solutions that logistics companies employ to assist retail brands in overcoming these challenges. This includes the application of system automation in the logistics supply chain. 💯 The primary insight gleaned from the event was that artificial intelligence (AI) is designed not to supplant human labour, but to enhance operational efficiency and precision in attaining our desired objectives, a sentiment shared by the distinguished speakers on the conference panel. 💫 #CNL #Logistics #CNLogistics #RetailAsiaConference #Insights #AI #SmartLogistics #InnovativeTechnology #CrossBorder #eCommerce

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. Kingfisher plc CEO Thierry Garnier told delegates at this week’s World Retail Congress in Paris that retailers should identify specific ‘use cases’, where they are confident #AI can drive efficiencies across the business. Kingfisher have identified 4 areas - one of these with managing markdown and clearance stock, which involves diving deep with AI and applying technology across every banner and market. Garnier warned that otherwise ‘it is easy to boil the ocean – every day someone will come to you with a big idea and in the end you do very little.’ Read in full: https://lnkd.in/em7gR5YK #artificialintelligence #retailindustry #UK

Areas for Improvement: Lack of Consumer Benefits: While the statement focuses on business outcomes, it could also highlight the consumer-facing benefits of AI, such as ensuring fresher products, preventing stockouts, or improving customer satisfaction through better availability. Specificity of AI’s Role: It would help to elaborate on the specific functions of the AI within the freezers—whether it’s monitoring stock levels, optimizing temperatures, reducing waste, or improving energy efficiency—this would give more clarity on how the technology drives value.

Navigating a complex 2024? Our Global #RetailOutlook2024 report offers data-driven insights on #AI, inflation, & labor market trends. Chart your course to success:

Are you up to date with 2025’s retail trends? 🛒 Making predictions about the future is one thing but getting them right is another. As we navigate the complexities of 2025's global economic and political landscape, staying ahead of retail trends remains a challenge. That’s why, together with Insider Trends, we’ve created a white paper highlighting the top 5 retail trends shaping the industry this year. 💡 Key insights include: 🔍 Increasing transparency around AI use and ensuring it aligns with customer needs. 🛍️ Opening medium-term pop-up stores as strategic marketing initiatives. 🌱 Staying ahead of sustainability regulations and customer demands Ready to lead in 2025? Download our white paper today to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dv6nDb7F What trends do you see shaping retail this year? Share your thoughts below! 👇 #retailtrends #trends2025 #AI #consumerbehavior #marketplace #sustainability #retailindustry #retailers #popup 

Using AI and digital tools, Unilever’s teams analyse a range of data, including weather inputs, to generate more accurate sales forecasts https://lnkd.in/dThJXa9K Elif Cakir Karayigit (she/her) #foodsupplychain #icecreamindustry #supplychainmanagement

Have you recently wondered, how food retailers can remain profitable? German food retailers are facing a profitability crisis due to rising energy, labor, and product costs, alongside inflation-driven changes in consumer behavior. To combat this, our latest study identifies seven key strategies, including private label management, supply chain optimization, and generative AI, that can improve EBIT margins by 0.6 to 1.6 percentage points. Swift action is needed to adapt and stay competitive in this challenging market. Alexander Grunwald Benedikt Surkau Peter Rinnebach https://lnkd.in/diSVxDht