Omni Talk Retail

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Shoptalk and Groceryshop VP of Original Content and Strategy, Ben Miller, stopped by to discuss with Chris and Anne:The four new Amazon Fresh store openings and whether Amazon Fresh still is a concept deserving of grocers’ attention (Source)Whether they would “buy or sell” (pun intended) IKEA’s new Preowned peer-to-peer used goods marketplace (Source)Netto Denmark joining the growing list of grocers rolling out electronic shelf labels chain-wide (Source)The veracity to Nordstrom’s reported claims that supply chain improvements led to its recent CX and sales improvements (Source)And they closed with a discussion on the significance of Instacart waiving its next-day delivery fees (Source)There’s all that, plus mushy peas, Adele, and Ben Miller’s favorite Las Vegas guilty pleasure.Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Dive into the future of retail logistics with Omni Talk's Ask An Expert Series featuring Blake Neal from TGW Logistics. Uncover how e-commerce trends are revolutionizing supply chains, from ultra-fast delivery to sustainable practices.Key moments in the interview include:0:08 - Introduction to the Omni Talk expert series5:42 - The rise of ultra-fast delivery and its impact on supply chains11:52 - Digital marketplaces and the challenges of returns management20:23 - Sustainability in retail logistics: balancing efficiency and environmental impact26:54 - The evolution of omnichannel strategies and common mistakes to avoidJoin hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they explore Blake's insights on warehouse automation, reverse logistics, and the future of retail operations. Whether you're a retail professional or logistics enthusiast, this episode offers valuable perspectives on staying competitive in the ever-evolving world of retail technology and supply chain optimization.#RetailTrends #SupplyChain #Ecommerce #logisticssoftware Sponsored ContentThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: An Oasis And Olympic Home Remedy Lightning RoundFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Unilever Installing Computer Vision AI Inside 350,000 Freezers WorldwideFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Who’s Winning The Retail Subscription War: Amazon Or Walmart?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They're Buying Or Selling: Amazon Allowing Its Sellers To Ditch Taking Physical Returns?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Chick-Fil-A: 4 Drive-Thrus But No Dining Room?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis 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 live from Scandit’s Empower Event in New York City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Walmart's Hosted U.S. Fulfillment Boost Its Marketplace?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/AR39eCVRUdUThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Join Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they dive deep into the future of retail supply chains with Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen.In this interview, Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen discusses the future of retail supply chains, emphasizing the importance of technology in improving visibility, flexibility, and efficiency. He highlights Flexport’s end-to-end approach to logistics, the impact of recent acquisitions, and the potential for data-driven decision-making to transform inventory management and customer experiences in retail.Key Highlights Include:0:00 – Introduction and Flexport’s origin story6:05 – Understanding end-to-end logistics and Flexport’s value proposition11:16 – The future of speed in supply chains19:48 – Improving product availability and inventory management22:08 – Building resilience in an unpredictable world25:54 – Enhancing flexibility in supply chain operations32:27 – Increasing reliability in retail supply chains36:34 – How to connect with Flexport and Ryan PetersenGain valuable insights into how technology is reshaping the retail supply chain landscape and what it means for the future of commerce.Music by hooksounds.com*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed:Walmart opening up hosted U.S. fulfillment for Chinese goods (Source)Chick-fil-A opening a new “elevated” store with not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 drive thru lanes! (Source)Amazon allowing its FBA sellers to ditch taking physical returns (Source)The ongoing subscription wars between Amazon and Walmart, prompted by Amazon’s new grocery delivery subscription and Walmart+’s new Burger King perk (Amazon Source and Walmart Source)And they closed, as one always should, with ice cream, and a look at Unilever’s unique use of AI inside the freezer (Source)There’s all that, plus at-home remedies they regret trying, their favorite Oasis songs, and the meaning of the word, “skibidi.”Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy