Event Coverage 28 minutesRegister for Free AccessShoptalk 2018: Conference Wrap-Up Coresight Research April 5, 2018 Executive SummaryThe Coresight Research team recently attended the Shoptalk 2018 conference in Las Vegas. Here, we wrap up our top 10 takeaways from the event, which include the following: Retailers are providing new automated checkout services that enable self-scanning and payment by mobile app or facial recognition. Grocery may be the next retail sector to be disrupted by e-commerce. Augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and product visualization are set to transform fashion and retail. Shoppers are embracing products and brands that reflect their unique preferences and values, contributing to the growth of direct-to-consumer (DTC) and niche brands. Startups are improving supply chains and logistics through innovation. Social media platforms are expanding retail-specific advertising capabilities. Voice-activated assistants are changing the way consumers interact with brands and enabling discovery and commerce. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? Register for a free user account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Innovator Profile: Tare Elevates Email Marketing with the Power of AIAmazon India Prime Day 2023: Preview—A Focus on Convenience and Value, Plus Engagement Through Livestreaming and GamificationThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week: US Summer Spending FocusEarnings Insights 2Q24, Week 1: Mixed Reports from Kimberly-Clark, Levi’s, Skechers and Walgreens