Omni Talk Retail

In this latest 5 Insightful Minutes episode, Caitlin Allen, SVP of Market at Simbe, breaks down the key misconceptions retail executives have about automation, why data quality is critical, and how top retailers are scaling AI-driven solutions. Learn the difference between good and bad computer vision AI, how autonomous robots are driving efficiency, and why collaboration between HQ and store teams is essential for successful tech rollouts. Plus, hear real-life "Aha" moments from retailers who have discovered hidden inventory and optimized operations through AI-powered insights.Key Moments:🔹 (0:18) – Common misconceptions about retail automation🔹 (0:44) – The three key priorities: data quality, scalability, and store coverage🔹 (2:22) – How to distinguish good vs. bad computer vision AI🔹 (4:26) – Bridging the gap between HQ and store operations🔹 (5:49) – Eye-opening insights: Retailers discovering hidden inventory🔹 (6:13) – AI’s role in e-commerce accuracy, automated reordering, and merchandisingMusic by hooksounds.com#retailtrends #retailtech #robotics #retailinnovation Sponsored ContentThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Chris and Anne discussed:The many angles to Aldi’s decision to sell back some of the stores it previously purchased from Southeastern Grocers (Source)How bullish they both are on Gap’s new vintage clothing play (Source)Why EG America’s new partnership with Quorso heralds a new age of store management technology (Source)If Save A Lot should be on everyone’s retailer to watch lists (Source)And closed with an examination of Instacart’s decision to pilot CPG brand tasks for its workers (Source)There’s all that, plus Simbe's Caitlin Allen stopped by for 5 Insightful Minutes on how to deploy AI and automation successfully at scale, and also Chunk Light Tuna, Ozempic blindness, and how big of a creeper Chris would have been if he had asked his flight attendant what perfume she was wearing on his flight to Vegas this week.To register for CommerceNext, head here, and don't forget to use our 10% off Promo Code for General Attendee Tickets: OMNITALKMusic by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Join Nate Shutes, VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics at Blue Dot, as he explores predictive supply chains, AI-driven scheduling, and the challenges of furniture logistics. Learn how Blu Dot is leveraging AI, warehouse automation, and workforce strategies to optimize e-commerce fulfillment and improve last-mile delivery efficiency.⏳ Important Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 20250:47 - Meet Nate Shutes, VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics at Blu Dot1:15 - Overview of Blu Dot’s omni-channel furniture business2:00 - Nate’s background in logistics & supply chain management3:00 - Key takeaways from Nate’s panel on predictive supply chains4:10 - What is a predictive supply chain & why does it matter?5:30 - How AI & automation are shaping logistics strategy7:00 - Investing in people vs. automation in big & bulky logistics9:20 - How Blu Dot manages last-mile delivery challenges10:40 - AI-powered scheduling and its impact on customer experience12:00 - Future of home furnishings logistics & retail fulfillment13:30 - Closing thoughts on technology, supply chain talent & AI innovationSpecial thanks to our sponsors TGW Logistics for making our Manifest coverage possible. To learn more about TGW head here: www.tgw-group.com.#manifest2025 #supplychain #homefurnishings #bludot #retailtrendsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

At Manifest 2025, we talk with Justin Liu, U.S. Country Manager for Alibaba.com, about how AI and automation are transforming the B2B sourcing experience. With new AI-powered communication tools, supplier verification, and automated comparison reports, Alibaba.com is streamlining supply chain operations for U.S. buyers and sellers. Learn how businesses can optimize sourcing, mitigate risks, and expand globally using Alibaba’s latest innovations.⏳ Important Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 20250:47 - Meet Justin Liu, U.S. Country Manager for Alibaba.com1:30 - What Alibaba.com does for B2B buyers & sellers3:00 - How Alibaba.com helps U.S. businesses source globally4:20 - The biggest supply chain challenges for buyers5:30 - New AI-powered sourcing & supplier communication tools7:00 - How Alibaba.com is helping businesses mitigate supply chain risks8:45 - Key insights from Justin’s Manifest 2025 panel discussion10:10 - The biggest misconception about Alibaba.com for U.S. buyers11:30 - The future of B2B e-commerce & AI-driven trade13:00 - Why AI in trust-building & supplier management is critical14:10 - Closing thoughts & how to connect with Alibaba.comSpecial thanks to our sponsors TGW Logistics for making our Manifest coverage possible. To learn more about TGW head here: www.tgw-group.com.#manifest2025 #alibaba #supplychain #b2b #ecommerceThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

At Manifest 2025, Birger Beusching, Head of Supply Chain for Philips North America, shares insights on supply chain transformation, AI-powered decision-making, and enhancing supply chain visibility. Learn how Philips is optimizing operations, improving planning efficiency, and leveraging AI for data-driven supply chain management.⏳ Important Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 20250:47 - Meet Birger Beusching, Head of Supply Chain at Philips1:30 - Overview of Philips' Personal Health division & supply chain challenges3:00 - Key takeaways from Birger’s panel discussion on transformation & change management4:20 - Why supply chain cohesion with commercial teams is critical6:30 - How Philips is optimizing its North American supply chain strategy8:00 - The impact of AI & automation in supply chain decision-making9:40 - Lessons learned from pandemic-driven supply chain disruptions11:30 - The future of data-driven decision-making in supply chain operations13:10 - Retail partnerships & collaborative forecasting strategies14:30 - How end-to-end visibility & automation improve logistics efficiency16:00 - Closing thoughts & the next steps for Philips' supply chain transformationSpecial thanks to our sponsors TGW Logistics for making our Manifest coverage possible. To learn more about TGW head here: www.tgw-group.com.#manifest2025 #philips #supplychain #retailtrendsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

At Manifest 2025, we talk with Wesley Williams, VP of Supply Chain at Daily Harvest, about the biggest supply chain challenges and strategies for 2025. Instead of chasing the latest AI trends, Daily Harvest is doubling down on fundamentals like ERP, transportation management, and materials resource planning (MRP). Learn how supply chain leaders are making the most of their existing technology while preparing for long-term innovation and scalability.⏳ Important Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 20250:47 - Meet Wesley Williams, VP of Supply Chain at Daily Harvest1:30 - How Daily Harvest manages end-to-end supply chain operations3:02 - Key takeaways from Wesley’s panel discussion at Manifest4:20 - The importance of supply chain as a strategic initiative6:00 - Daily Harvest’s philosophy on partnerships & collaboration7:27 - Best audience question: What would an ideal supply chain look like?8:45 - Why critical thinking is more important than new technology10:22 - What supply chain technologies Daily Harvest is actually investing in11:30 - Focusing on ERP, MRP, and transportation management systems12:45 - Making existing supply chain infrastructure more efficient14:00 - Why Daily Harvest is prioritizing optimization over new investments15:35 - Closing thoughts & how to connect with Wesley WilliamsSpecial thanks to our sponsors TGW Logistics for making our Manifest coverage possible. To learn more about TGW head here: www.tgw-group.com.#manifest2025 #supplychain #retailtrends #dtcThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

The Future of Logistics & Supply Chain Automation is here! Live from Manifest 2025, we talk with Blake Neal, TGW Logistics Head of Business Development, about the biggest industry trends, including AI-driven warehouse solutions, supply chain efficiency, and automation in logistics. Whether you’re in retail, grocery, or apparel, this episode covers the most important innovations shaping the future of logistics.⏳ Important Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction & welcome to Manifest 20250:33 - Shoutout to sponsor TGW Logistics1:08 - Meet Blake Neal & his background in automation2:00 - From airport baggage handling to warehouse automation3:35 - What TGW Logistics does & its supply chain solutions5:10 - Why AI & automation are critical for logistics6:58 - How retailers are upgrading warehouses without downtime8:45 - The role of AI in trucking & logistics efficiency10:25 - Key supply chain priorities for 2025 & beyond12:00 - How to connect with TGW Logistics for automation solutionsTo learn more about TGW Logistics, head here: www.tgw-group.com#manifest2025 #warehouseautomation #supplychain #retailtrends #retailinnovationThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

What’s happening with retail automation in 2025? Investment in supply chain technology appears to be flattening out as retailers shift focus from large new projects to optimizing existing infrastructure.Anne and Chris sit down with Kim Baudry from Dematic to explore what this means for AI in logistics, warehouse automation, and the future of retail distribution.⏳ Timestamps:0:00 – Introduction & welcome to Kim Baudry1:03 – The current state of automation investment in retail3:00 – Why supply chain automation is slowing down in 20255:45 – How economic uncertainty & interest rates impact investment7:33 – Where retailers are focusing automation budgets now10:05 – The role of AI & machine learning in warehouse optimization12:50 – How digital twins help simulate supply chain changes15:17 – Retailers “sweating their assets” & maximizing existing infrastructure18:00 – The impact of tariffs & global trade shifts on supply chain strategies22:05 – The future of supply chain efficiency & retail distribution25:30 – Final thoughts#supplychain #warehouseautomation #retailtrends #retailinnovationMusic by hooksounds.comSponsored ContentThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: A Suitcase Full Of Sunshine Lightning RoundFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The Impact Walmart's Same-Day RX Delivery Will Have On The Healthcare LandscapeFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy