Shoptalk 2018: Conference Wrap-Up

Executive Summary

The 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.