Event CoverageCoresight Conference 2026 Preview: What AI-Led Change Looks Like in Retail John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Retail Research September 21, 2026 Reasons to ReadIn this preview of Coresight Conference 2026, discover how retail leaders and technology innovators are using AI to reshape operating models, store experiences and customer engagement. How is the Coresight Research IMPACT framework shaping the agenda for evaluating AI investment across retail? Which retail, technology, investment and academic leaders are coming together to explore AI-driven transformation and the next operating model? How are niche brands, physical AI, robotics and agentic AI changing the future of retail operations and customer experiences? How are retail executives using AI to drive transformation across marketing, pet health, in-store experiences and broader business operations? Companies mentioned in this report include: Tractor Supply Company; Greater Nashville Technology Council; University of Central Florida; Alley-Cassetty Companies; AMG Companies; Intel; GUNNER; 0600 LLC; OffWhite Co.; Soles4Souls; Zebra Technologies; Primaris REIT; Amazon Web Services; Shoptalk; Stripe; Just Food For Dogs; Simbe Robotics; T-Mobile; Cloudinary; Follett; UDig; Ferguson; Jared Jewelers; Diamonds Direct; Signet Jewelers; Dollar General Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Discover all our coverage of AI in retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
