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Deep Dive | September 19, 2018 Premium

Innovator Intelligence: Markable – Utilizing Image Recognition–Based Deep Learning Software to Streamline and Improve Fashion Searches

Markable.ai provides computer vision–based visual-recognition application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs) to brands and retailers. The technology enables online shoppers to search for items more effectively.

Markable.ai provides computer vision–based visual-recognition application programming interfaces (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs) to brands and retailers. The technology enables online shoppers to search for items more effectively. Consumers can use visual search tools built with Markable’s technology to upload images of clothing and accessories they find on the web or on social media platforms, or that they have saved on their smartphone, in order to identify visually similar items, meaning they no longer have to rely on manually inputted keyword search techniques.

Deep Dive | September 17, 2018 Premium

Innovator Intelligence: Connecting the Retail Value Chain with Innovators that Are Revolutionizing the Industry

Due to the rapidly shifting nature of retail, Coresight Research is providing new tools and services to deliver critical business intelligence. Our recently launched Innovator Intelligence platform highlights some of the most promising, forward-looking companies around the globe and provides actionable analysis to help our clients and members anticipate change, collaborate and profit from the rapid innovation in retail.

Event Coverage | September 13, 2018

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Tech. 2018, Part 1: Technology Is Breaking Down the Barriers to Selling Beauty and Enabling Closer Ties Between Apparel Brands and Suppliers

This week, the Coresight Research team is attending the Tech. 2018 conference in London, which is produced by Retail Week and the World Retail Congress. Our takeaways from day one of the event include:

Deep Dive | September 12, 2018 Premium

The Final Hurdle – Innovation in Last-Mile Logistics

This report covers innovation in last-mile logistics, a key component of the supply chain that presents unique challenges and exciting opportunities for improvement. The report covers three components of last-mile logistics: transportation, delivery and reverse logistics.

Deep Dive | September 11, 2018 Premium

Indian E-Commerce Platforms Update

This report discusses major e-commerce platforms in India that have contributed to the e-commerce ecosystem. We identify the following five retailers as the largest platforms in Indian e-commerce by funding received: Flipkart, Snapdeal, Paytm, Quikr and Bigbasket.

Insight Report | September 6, 2018 Premium

Uppercase Launches Tech-enabled Popup-to-Permanent Retail Solution for Catalyzing DTC Brands’ Growth

Uppercase has launched a modern retail solution for direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands and companies looking to grow with brick-and-mortar retail stores.

Deep Dive | September 4, 2018 Premium

3D Design Technology Disrupts the Fashion Supply Chain

Fashion industry supply chains are growing faster and stronger with 3D design and sampling technology. In this report, we look at the 3D design process with a focus on its use in the apparel supply chain and profile four major vendors of 3D design software: CLO, Tukatech, Optitex and Browzwear.

Event Coverage | August 24, 2018

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Efficacy is the Backbone of Today’s Beauty Brand, and Other Takeaways from Fashion Group International’s The Making of a Beauty Entrepreneur Panel

This week, the Coresight Research team attended Fashion Group International’s “Getting to Market: The Making of a Beauty Entrepreneur” panel in New York City. The event was sponsored by Cosmoprof North America and was the second in the Making of a Beauty Entrepreneur series. The panel featured five beauty industry leaders who shared their expertise on brands, and their views on the beauty consumer. Here, we share our top
takeaways from the event.

Event Coverage | August 21, 2018

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“Purchase-Activated Fulfilment” Is the Next Generation of Manufacturing, Plus Our Top-Ten Takeaways from MAGIC Las Vegas 2018

The Coresight Research team attended MAGIC Las Vegas 2018, one of the most comprehensive trade shows covering men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, accessories and footwear, held August 12–15. Here are our key takeaways from the event:

Event Coverage | August 17, 2018

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The Fanny Pack Is Back and Other Top Takeaways from MAGIC Las Vegas 2018

This week, the Coresight Research team is attending MAGIC Las Vegas 2018, one of the most comprehensive trade shows covering men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, accessories and footwear. Here are our key takeaways from the second day of the event:

Insight Report | August 14, 2018 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: London

Coresight Research’s Innovator Landscape features notable retail tech companies in Berlin that are transforming key areas of the retail value chain.

Market Navigators/Market Outlook | August 13, 2018 Premium

Athleisure Update – a Market in Transition

In this report, we examine the US athleisure market, and discuss market size, growth rates, drivers and current trends.

Event Coverage | August 8, 2018

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“Clean and Green Reigns Supreme” and Our Top Beauty Trends from Cosmoprof North America 2018

The Coresight Research team attended Cosmoprof North America 2018 in Las Vegas from July 28 to July 31, where our CEO and Founder, Deborah Weinswig, presented during a panel session called “Rise of Pop-Ups (Pop-Up Push).” Cosmoprof is the leading B2B beauty trade show in North America, drawing over 33,000 attendees and 1,015 exhibitors from 39 countries. Here we share the key beauty trends from the event:

Event Coverage | August 7, 2018

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“Cannabis Will Be Like Lavender in Five Years,” and Other Top Takeaways from Cosmoprof North America 2018

Last week, the Coresight Research team was in Las Vegas to attend Cosmoprof North America 2018, where our CEO and Founder, Deborah Weinswig, presented at a panel session called “Rise of Pop-Ups (Pop-Up Push).” Cosmoprof is the leading B2B beauty trade show in North America, drawing over 33,000 attendees and 1,015 exhibitors from 39 countries.

Insight Report | August 7, 2018 Premium

Innovator Intelligence: Inspectorio—Building a Digital Ecosystem Through AI to Improve Quality Control and Compliance Monitoring

This report forms part of our Innovator Intelligence series, which focuses on emerging companies that are disrupting traditional retail and fueling innovation across the retail value chain.

Inspectorio is a technology startup that offers a solution to improve supply-chain inspections, by digitalizing the quality control and compliance monitoring processes across the apparel, accessories and footwear supply chain using mobile, web and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.