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 Sezzle, A&M’s Kelly Carey and Jeff Dwyer joined Chris and Anne to discuss:Whether Target is making a smart move in rolling out generative AI so quickly across its store base (Source: Target Press Release)What Netflix has to get right for its “Netflix House” concept to work (Source: The Verve)Unilever’s new partnership with Microsoft to expand its use of quantum computing (Consumer Goods Technology)The long-term value and viability of a generative AI Amazon Alexa (Source: Reuters)And we closed with a discussion of whether we should buy or sell Target’s new partnership with Shopify (Source: CNBC)There’s all that, plus Ovative’s Chuck Anderson-Weir stops by to give us 5 Insightful Minutes on his company’s latest Enterprise Marketing Return Power Rankings, along with a lighting round filled with questions about postage stamps, Tom Brady, and spicy romance novels.Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In yet another one of those, "Holy Cow! That is so cool!" episodes of the Omni Talk Retail Technology Spotlight Series, hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga explore the groundbreaking potential of generative AI in the retail industry. Sravanth Aluru, the Founder and CEO of Avataar, alongside Avataar’s SVP of Creative AI, Jane Rawnsley, share insights on how their cutting-edge technology is radically improving retail product visualization and storytelling.You'll discover how Avataar harnesses the convergence of AI and computer vision to drastically reduce operational costs and time for retailers while enhancing the consumer experience. You'll also learn about the seamless creation of digital assets, from still images to immersive 3D environments, enabling personalized and engaging product exploration.You'll even gain insights into the future of retail, where the lines between physical and digital blur, and how Avataar empowers brands to scale their content creation and meet customers where they are.The top digital marketplaces and brands like Samsung are already leveraging Avataar's capabilities and witnessing impressive ROI and conversion rate uplifts, so whether you're a retail professional, marketer, or simply fascinated by the transformative power of AI, this episode is a must-watch, with immediate real-world application.Join the conversation and immerse yourself in the boundless possibilities that generative AI brings to the world of retail.And, for additional video footage to complement the interview, check out this link that showcases the full power of Avataar on display: youtu.be/c2aaKbUI_Ec#GenerativeAI #RetailTechnology #ProductVisualization #DigitalAssetCreation #ImmersiveExperiences #RetailInnovation #AvatarAI #OmniTalk #Avataar*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 live from Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: What Retailers Should Do To Capitalize On The Adult Toy TrendFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/8N2dDdOJ_5gThis 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 Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: McDonald’s Calling It Quits On Automated Ai Ordering At The Drive Thru . .. For NowFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/8N2dDdOJ_5gThis 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 Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Instacart Plugging Retail Media Data Into Youtube ShoppingFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/8N2dDdOJ_5gThis 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 Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: TikTok Launching Image Search – Should Google And Amazon Be Scared?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/8N2dDdOJ_5gThis 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 Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Buy ing Or Selling: Kohl’s Return Drop?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/8N2dDdOJ_5gThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this insightful five minute interview, Rajen Raval, Microsoft's Director of Supply Chain Industry Solutions, discusses how Microsoft's cloud services and AI technologies are transforming supply chain visibility, collaboration, and decision-making.Learn how Microsoft's secure storage, compute power, and applications like Power Platform, Teams, and blockchain enable companies to create a strong data foundation and drive traceability across the value chain.You will also hear about the role of Copilot, an AI-powered personal assistant that contextualizes data from various sources, providing insights and recommending next best actions to streamline supply chain processes.Rajen shares real-life examples of how Copilot helps retail organizations optimize inventory management and facilitate communication between stakeholders, such as retail stores, warehouses, and distribution centers.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, recorded live from the lovely Marriott in Salt Lake City, and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed:Whether Kohl’s new return drop is a sign of an ongoing identity crisis within the retailer (Source: Retail Dive)TikTok going after Google (and Amazon before it) with image search (Source: TechCrunch)Instacart plugging into YouTube shopping ads (Source: Grocery Dive)McDonalds calling it quits, for now, on automated order taking at the drive-thru (Source: Restaurant Business)And closed with a story on how adults are buying more toys for themselves than they are for pre-schoolers (Source: Retail Dive)There’s all that, plus Microsoft’s Rajen Raval of Microsoft stops by to give us 5 Insightful Minutes on improving supply chains with AI, and Anne and Chris get absolutely wacky with taxes in honor of Avalara and our upcoming work at the Outdoor Retailer conference.Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga sit down with David Dorf, Global Head of Retail Industry Solutions at AWS, and Filippo Battaini, Research Manager for Retail Insights at IDC, to discuss the most impactful and practical use cases for AI and generative AI in retail.Discover how retailers can leverage AI to drive profitability and ROI through innovative applications in inventory management, demand forecasting, product descriptions, hyper-personalization, and ideation. Learn about the IDC Techscape, a comprehensive framework for evaluating AI use cases in retail, and how it can guide retailers in their AI adoption strategy.David and Filippo share real-world case studies demonstrating the transformative power of AI in improving customer experience, enhancing employee efficiency, and streamlining omnichannel operations. They also discuss the organizational changes required for successful AI implementation and offer practical advice for retailers looking to embark on their AI journey.This podcast is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in retail.#AIinRetail #GenerativeAI #RetailTechnology #ROI #InventoryManagement #DemandForecasting #Hyperpersonalization #Ideation #RetailMedia #IDCTechscape #AWS #RetailInnovationMusic by hooksounds.com*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy