Omni Talk Retail

Onebeat VP of Retail Strategy, Greg Arthur, joined Chris and Anne to share how leveraging AI for inventory optimization can help retailers maximize sell-through rates and profitability.In this podcast, Chris and Anne go deep with Greg on:Self-adjusting, short-term algorithms for granular inventory level predictionsAllocating the right inventory across stores and channelsReducing markdowns and carryover stock with data-driven replenishmentAchieving higher sales velocities and sell-through ratesStreamlining onboarding with quick proof of value simulationsReal Success stories of boosted sales and margins with less total inventoryThis video highlights smart approaches to retail inventory planning using AI and machine learning for better results.To learn more about Onebeat, visit 1beat.com*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode of the Omni Talk Retail Technology Spotlight Series, Chris and Anne discuss an innovative approach to improving last-mile delivery with Buncha CEO Bharat Pulgam.They explore how Buncha leverages scheduled time windows, refrigerated vehicles, and W-2 drivers to drive value, quality of service, and sustainability in last mile grocery delivery.Bharat outlines Buncha's milkman-style model, order aggregation technology, and white-label partnerships with retailers seeking reliability, affordability and delighted customers.Tune in to learn how thoughtful consolidation and scheduling could unlock a win-win for both consumers and retailers.*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Target Will Soon Have Some Explaining To Do Around TheftFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrAThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Google Releasing New Shopping Features For Holiday Procrastinators For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrAThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Macy's Shareholders Should Take The Money And RunFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrAThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Amazon Prime Testing $9.99 Per Month Grocery DeliveryFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrAThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Expanding BNPL With Affirm At Self CheckoutFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrAThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed:Walmart’s bold and beautiful move to put BNPL via Affirm at self-checkoutAmazon’s confounding decision to test an additional $9.99 per month fee on top of Amazon Prime for grocery deliveryWhy Macy’s shareholders should take a hard look at their buyout offer on the tableGoogle’s second brilliant move over the last two months in search commerceAnd closed with a look at why CNBC may have gotten it right on the money when it questioned Target’s claims about theftThere’s all that, plus tastes we would rather eat than drink, DNA data storage, and an allusion to Vera Farmiga in The Departed saying why “honesty is not always synonymous with truth.”Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Undoubtedly, 2023 was a year of retail challenges – inflation, shrink, sustainability, and, let’s also not forget, the always increasing demands of the everyday consumer.But, at the same time, 2023 was also a year of extraordinary technological breakthroughs, with AI, and particularly GenAI, showing us new ways to run our operations and inspire our end customers.So we are pleased to highlight the juxtaposition of these two ideas with Philippe Bottine, CEO North America, SES-imagotag. Philippe joined Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga for the latest installment of Omni Talk’s Live Ask An Expert Series on LinkedIn to discuss how this confluence will shape the evolution of physical retail stores in 2024.Chris and Anne go deep with Philippe on:– Which macroeconomic factors he predicts will most impact retail in the coming year– How he thinks AI will impact store operations– How he predicts the role of the store associate will continue to change and evolve– How he believes technology will further shape consumer expectations– And, perhaps most importantly, why, amid everything, Philippe sees physical stores becoming the focal points for a more sustainable economy*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown gave the award for: 2024 Top Retail Headline PredictionsFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/PVSuISOz41kThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy