The AI in Business Podcast The Expanding Role of Video and Visual Data From Footage to Forensics in Retail - with Naveen Kumar of Walmart
Oct 7, 2025
Naveen Kumar, Director of Financial Crimes at Walmart, discusses the transformative power of AI in retail. He reveals how video and sensor analytics are pivotal for real-time fraud detection and operational safety. By integrating diverse data sources, businesses can enhance compliance and boost employee protection. Kumar also highlights the innovative use of visual data in connecting point-of-sale activities with surveillance to prevent loss. His insights on cross-functional collaboration emphasize breaking down silos to foster more effective risk management.
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Visual Data Drives Strategic Risk Decisions
- Video and visual data now inform risk management, fraud detection, and strategy beyond passive surveillance.
- Real-time analytics, spatial mapping, and facial recognition enrich operational decision-making.
Augment Systems, Don't Replace Them
- Integrate video with CRM, transaction logs, and access controls rather than replacing existing data.
- Use visual audit trails to validate compliance and complement digital records for regulated environments.
Overlay Video With POS For Loss Detection
- Overlaying video footage with point-of-sale timestamps reveals hidden loss and shelf abuse patterns.
- This combined view is especially powerful for self-checkout and operational loss prevention.