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Event Presentation | July 11, 2023 Premium

Powering the Retail Revolution: Insights Presented at RetailNext Executive Forum 2023

On June 1, 2023, Coresight Research presented at the RetailNext Executive Forum on key retail innovation themes, covering AI (artificial intelligence), retail media, Web3, social commerce and more. In this presentation, we highlight frameworks for retailers to assess the opportunities that new technologies offer and develop roadmaps for their implementation.

Deep Dive | July 10, 2023 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail Analytics

How can retailers harness the power of data to drive sales and enhance operational efficiency? We present selected technology providers globally whose solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their analytics capabilities, covering customer behavior analysis, demand forecasting, pricing optimization and more.

Analyst Corner | July 9, 2023

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Weinswig’s Weekly: The Checkout Process Continues To Evolve and Reduce Friction

This week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses key technologies that are driving the evolution of the checkout process in online and offline retail.

Insight Report | July 7, 2023 Premium

Predictive Analytics in Retail: Enabling the Next Generation of Retail Management

We explore the future of predictive analytics in retail, which are transforming the retail industry by enabling data-driven decision-making, elevating customer experiences and transforming supply chain management.

Deep Dive | July 3, 2023 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Checkout Solutions

Checkout technologies have evolved to enhance customer convenience, streamline operations and improve sales performance. We present selected companies globally whose technology solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their checkout capabilities, both online and offline.

Insight Report | July 3, 2023 Premium

The Evolution of Checkout: Trends and Innovations for a Seamless Shopping Experience

We explore the future of in-store and online checkouts and payments in the retail industry, which are being transformed by evolving technologies and changing consumer expectations.

Infographic | June 29, 2023 Premium

The Coresight Research CORE Framework for Generative AI in Retail

The CORE framework for generative AI (artificial intelligence) in retail highlights the utility of the technology across four areas of the supply chain.

Insight Report | June 29, 2023 Premium

Generative AI Latest: Empowering Productivity and Marketing Globally, Regulations for Responsible Use in China

We launch our new Generative AI Latest series, which provides regular updates on generative AI (artificial intelligence) developments globally and discusses key trends in the space. In this report, we also update our proprietary CORE framework for AI in retail to incorporate the use cases of generative AI in the supply chain.

Event Coverage | June 27, 2023 Premium

Salesforce Connections 2023: Embedding Generative AI in the Marketing Cloud and Commerce Cloud

We present key insights from Salesforce’s Connections 2023 conference, covering the addition of generative AI into the company’s cloud offerings.

Deep Dive | June 20, 2023 Free Report

How Data Sharing and Collaboration Can Accelerate Decision-Making and Enhance Sustainability

Why should retail companies share data and collaborate? In this free report, Coresight Research and SKYPAD explore how brands, retailers and suppliers can accelerate and improve decision-making processes, expand margins and revenues, improve efficiency and customer satisfaction, and enhance sustainability.

Infographic | June 20, 2023 Free Report

Supercharging Manufacturer and Distributor Sales Productivity with Digital Commerce

Digital commerce is becoming a key strategic priority for manufacturers and distributors, providing a powerful boost to operational efficiency. In this free infographic, Coresight Research and Salesforce present proprietary survey analysis on the use and benefits of digital commerce.

Analyst Corner | June 18, 2023

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Weinswig’s Weekly: Is the Metaverse Dead for Retail?

This week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” asks: is the metaverse dead for brands and retailers?

Event Presentation | June 16, 2023 Premium

Retail Shrink and Loss-Prevention Methods—Presentation

Loss-prevention events are becoming more frequent, impacting retailers’ profitability. How are retail companies tackling security challenges? We consider the factors causing retail shrink and the rise of ORC (organized retail crime), with examples from notable retail companies. We also discuss retail investment in loss-prevention technology, including RFID and video surveillance.

Insight Report | June 16, 2023 Premium

Insights Video: Retail Shrink and Loss-Prevention Methods

Loss-prevention events are becoming more frequent, impacting retailers’ profitability. How are retail companies tackling security challenges? We present key insights on loss prevention and enabling technologies, including RFID and video surveillance

Insight Report | June 14, 2023 Premium

Five Things To Know About Generative AI in China

China is racing against the US to become a prominent global leader in AI (artificial intelligence). We present five things brands and retailers should know about the China’s generative AI market, covering the latest technology developments, details of major chatbots and the business benefits and risks of generative AI.