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July 24, 2024

Retail Midyear Report Card 2024: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities | Placer AI Analysis

Retail Midyear Report Card 2024: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities | Placer AI Analysis

Join Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga for an insightful discussion with Placer AI's Ethan Chernofsky as he hands his 2024 Midyear Retail Report Card grades. You'll hear Ethan discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the retail landscape. Key moments include: 0:08 - Introduction and overview of Placer AI's…

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July 24, 2024

Combating Retail Shrinkage: Insights On External & Internal Theft Prevention With A&M's John Clear

Combating Retail Shrinkage: Insights On External & Internal Theft Prevention With A&M's John Clear

Join Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga for this compelling 5-minute discussion with John Clear, Senior Director at the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, as he delves into the pressing issue of retail shrinkage. Learn about the latest strategies for combating retail shrink, focusing on external theft, internal theft, and operational…

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July 23, 2024

How To Set Priorities For Retail CX Investment & Innovation

How To Set Priorities For Retail CX Investment & Innovation

Dive into the future of retail customer service with Talkdesk's Michael Klein. Discover how AI, generative technology, and omnichannel strategies are transforming contact centers from cost centers to revenue generators. Learn about innovative approaches to data management, personalization, and customer experience. Explore real-world examples from leading retailers and get actionable…

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July 23, 2024

The Past, Present & Future Of Barcoding With Bitly And GS1

The Past, Present & Future Of Barcoding With Bitly And GS1

In this episode of Omni Talk Retail Technology Spotlight Series, hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga dive deep into the revolutionary world of 2D barcodes with experts Carrie Wilkie from GS1 US and Ayub Mohammed of Bitly. Discover how these small squares are reshaping retail, from supply chains to consumer…

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July 21, 2024

Inside H&M's High-Tech SoHo Flagship

Inside H&M's High-Tech SoHo Flagship

Step into the future of fashion retail as Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga gives you an exclusive tour of H&M's innovative Soho flagship store. Discover how RFID technology is transforming inventory management, customer experiences, and omnichannel strategies. From smart fitting rooms to luxury boutique displays, see how H&M is attempting…

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July 19, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | A Lightning Round With A Chipotle Bowl Debate

Fast Five Shorts | A Lightning Round With A Chipotle Bowl Debate

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: A Lightning Round With…

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July 19, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Pro Or Con: Petaluma’s City-wide Reusable Cup Pilot With Starbucks?

Fast Five Shorts | Pro Or Con: Petaluma’s City-wide Reusable Cup Pilot With Starbucks?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: Pro Or Con: Petaluma’s…

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July 19, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: 2025 As The Year Of The Electronic Shelf Label?

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: 2025 As The Year Of The Electronic Shelf Label?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: Buying Or Selling: 2025…

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July 19, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Will Macy’s Finally Get A Break From Being On The Acquisition Block?

Fast Five Shorts | Will Macy’s Finally Get A Break From Being On The Acquisition Block?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: If Macy’s Will Finally…

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July 19, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | How Long Before Walmart Retail Media Dwarves The Competition?

Fast Five Shorts | How Long Before Walmart Retail Media Dwarves The Competition?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: How Long It Will…

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July 18, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | How Will Rufus Shape Digital Commerce?

Fast Five Shorts | How Will Rufus Shape Digital Commerce?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI and Sezzle Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa discuss: How Rufus Will Shape…

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July 18, 2024

Amazon Lets Rufus Out To Play, Macy’s Ends Its Talks & Walmart Exerts Media Dominance

Amazon Lets Rufus Out To Play, Macy’s Ends Its Talks & Walmart Exerts Media Dominance

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Sezzle, A&M’s Mohit Mohal and Chris Disa, joined Chris and Anne to discuss: - Amazon rolling outs it generative AI assistant, “Rufus,” to all shoppers (Source: Chain…

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | A "Florida Man Shoots Down Drone" Lightning Round

Fast Five Shorts | A "Florida Man Shoots Down Drone" Lightning Round

In this hilarious lightning round segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga tackle a wide range of topics, from Taco Bell's quirky early retirement-themed resort to the perfect marshmallow…

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: Training Store Employees With Gamified Ipads?

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: Training Store Employees With Gamified Ipads?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They're Buying Or Selling: Training Store Employees With Gamified iPads For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/wRZQbkcFGrE

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Pro Or Con: Paying For Groceries With Venmo?

Fast Five Shorts | Pro Or Con: Paying For Groceries With Venmo?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Pro Or Con: Paying For Groceries With Venmo? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/wRZQbkcFGrE

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Love It Or Leave It: Walmart Stocking 101 For College Credit?

Fast Five Shorts | Love It Or Leave It: Walmart Stocking 101 For College Credit?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Love It Or Leave It: Walmart Stocking 101 For College Credit? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/wRZQbkcFGrE

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Is Co-op The First Of Many More Wins For Walmart Commerce Technologies?

Fast Five Shorts | Is Co-op The First Of Many More Wins For Walmart Commerce Technologies?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Co-op The First Of Many More Wins For Walmart Commerce Technologies? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/wRZQbkcFGrE

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July 12, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Saks & Neimans: Will Two Wrongs Make A Right?

Fast Five Shorts | Saks & Neimans: Will Two Wrongs Make A Right?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Saks & Neimans: Will Two Wrongs Make A Right? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/wRZQbkcFGrE

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July 11, 2024

The Saks & Neiman Marcus Merger, Walmart Commerce Technologies & Using Venmo At Hy-Vee

The Saks & Neiman Marcus Merger, Walmart Commerce Technologies & Using Venmo At Hy-Vee

In this jam-packed episode of the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, and Sezzle, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga dive into the latest retail news and trends. Discover how Walmart's "Store Assist" technology is making waves across the pond with UK…

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July 5, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | A Harry Carey Lightning Round

Fast Five Shorts | A Harry Carey Lightning Round

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: A Harry Carey Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/W_w19M1CeVQ

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July 5, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: The Future Of Smart Carts?

Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: The Future Of Smart Carts?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They're Buying Or Selling: The Future Of Smart Carts For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/W_w19M1CeVQ

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July 5, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Would You Use BNPL With Tiptop Trade-in?

Fast Five Shorts | Would You Use BNPL With Tiptop Trade-in?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They Would Use BNPL With Tiptop Trade-in For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/W_w19M1CeVQ

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July 5, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Are We Really Amidst The ‘Second Barcode Revolution?

Fast Five Shorts | Are We Really Amidst The ‘Second Barcode Revolution?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If We're Really Amidst The ‘Second Barcode Revolution For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/W_w19M1CeVQ

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July 5, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Will Target’s More Aggressive Shoplifting Thresholds Make A Difference?

Fast Five Shorts | Will Target’s More Aggressive Shoplifting Thresholds Make A Difference?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Target’s More Aggressive Shoplifting Thresholds Make A Difference? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/W_w19M1CeVQ

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