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Jan. 10, 2024

Humanizing A Robot: How Stop & Shop's Marty The Robot Boosts Associates And Gives Back

Humanizing A Robot: How Stop & Shop's Marty The Robot Boosts Associates And Gives Back

We interview Stop & Shop's CMO Karen Mitchell about Marty the Robot, their in-store robot made by Badger Technologies. Learn how Stop & Shop humanized Marty through googly eyes and a name to make him approachable. Hear how Marty helps associates be more efficient so they can focus on customers.…

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Jan. 8, 2024

Inventory Planning & AI Optimization For Retail Success

Inventory Planning & AI Optimization For Retail Success

We discuss effective retail inventory planning and allocation strategies with Greg Arthur, VP of Retail Strategy at Onebeat. Greg shares how leveraging AI for inventory optimization helps retailers maximize sell-through rates and profitability. Key topics covered include: - Self-adjusting, short-term algorithms for granular inventory level predictions - Allocating the right…

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Jan. 7, 2024

Driving Quality And Value Through Scheduled W2 Last-Mile Delivery

Driving Quality And Value Through Scheduled W2 Last-Mile Delivery

This episode of the Omni Talk Retail Technology Spotlight Series discusses innovative approaches to improving last-mile delivery. We explore how Buncha leverages scheduled time windows, refrigerated vehicles, and W-2 drivers to drive value, quality of service, and sustainability in last mile grocery delivery. CEO Bharat Pulgam outlines Buncha's milkman-style model,…

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Dec. 22, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Will Target Soon Have Some Explaining To Do Around Theft?

Fast Five Shorts | Will Target Soon Have Some Explaining To Do Around Theft?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Target Will Soon Have Some Explaining To Do Around Theft For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrA

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Dec. 22, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Google Releases New Shopping Features For Holiday Procrastinators

Fast Five Shorts | Google Releases New Shopping Features For Holiday Procrastinators

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Google Releasing New Shopping Features For Holiday Procrastinators For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrA

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Dec. 22, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Should Macy's Shareholders Take The Money And Run?

Fast Five Shorts | Should Macy's Shareholders Take The Money And Run?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Macy's Shareholders Should Take The Money And Run For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrA

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Dec. 22, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Amazon Prime Tests $9.99 Per Month Grocery Delivery

Fast Five Shorts | Amazon Prime Tests $9.99 Per Month Grocery Delivery

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Amazon Prime Testing $9.99 Per Month Grocery Delivery For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrA

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Dec. 22, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Walmart Expands BNPL With Affirm At Self Checkout

Fast Five Shorts | Walmart Expands BNPL With Affirm At Self Checkout

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Expanding BNPL With Affirm At Self Checkout For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/gvA1lq3ngrA

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Dec. 21, 2023

Walmart’s Big & Bold BNPL Push, Macy’s Buyout & CNBC’s Pointed Criticism Of Target

Walmart’s Big & Bold BNPL Push, Macy’s Buyout & CNBC’s Pointed Criticism Of Target

In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed: - Walmart’s bold and beautiful move to put BNPL via Affirm at self-checkout - Amazon’s confounding decision to test an additional $9.99 per…

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Dec. 19, 2023

Retail Technology Predictions for 2024 - AI, Sustainability, And the In-Store Impact

Retail Technology Predictions for 2024 - AI, Sustainability, And the In-Store Impact

Get insights into retail technology predictions for 2024 directly from retail tech leader SES-imagotag's Philippe Bottine. Learn how AI and computer vision will transform in-store operations, workforce efficiency, and sustainability. Hear examples of AI shopping lists tailored to budgets, computer vision for demand forecasting and waste reduction, and how tech…

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Dec. 18, 2023

Manifest's Tanzil Uddin Previews The Manifest 2024 Conference In Las Vegas

Manifest's Tanzil Uddin Previews The Manifest 2024 Conference In Las Vegas

Get an inside look at the Manifest 2024 supply chain conference happening in February in Las Vegas. Tanzil Uddin, SVP of Production at Manifest, joins us to highlight keynote speakers, programming tracks, exhibits, and networking opportunities at this must-attend event for end-to-end supply chain professionals. With over 300 exhibitors, 40+…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | 2024 Top Retail Headline Predictions

Fast Five Shorts | 2024 Top Retail Headline Predictions

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | 2023 Retail Concept You Wish You Had In Your Neighborhood But Don't

Fast Five Shorts | 2023 Retail Concept You Wish You Had In Your Neighborhood But Don't

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Retail Headline That Made You LOL

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Retail Headline That Made You LOL

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Best New Retail Partnership

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Best New Retail Partnership

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Best Strategy Move From A Struggling Retailer

Fast Five Shorts | Best Strategy Move From A Struggling Retailer

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Headline You'd Most Like Turned Into A Movie

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Headline You'd Most Like Turned Into A Movie

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Most Overhyped Retail Technology

Fast Five Shorts | 2023's Most Overhyped Retail Technology

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Person Of The Year

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Person Of The Year

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Technology Of The Year

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Technology Of The Year

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Headline Of The Year

Fast Five Shorts | Retail Headline Of The Year

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | Who Was 2023's Retailer Of The Year?

Fast Five Shorts | Who Was 2023's Retailer Of The Year?

The latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five was our annual Retail Awards Show sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle where Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and David Brown…

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Dec. 16, 2023

Fast Five Shorts | NRF Super Saturday: Transform Retail and Transform Lives on January 13!

Fast Five Shorts | NRF Super Saturday: Transform Retail and Transform Lives on January 13!

NRF’s big show is right around the corner and we know as a retailer there are a ton of events you can attend, but this one is the most impactful. The retail orphan initiative Super Saturday Analyst Day is Saturday, January 13 and for every retailer that attends, 250 children…

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Dec. 15, 2023

Retail Leaders Recap Biggest News of 2023 | Trends, Tech, Predictions

Retail Leaders Recap Biggest News of 2023 | Trends, Tech, Predictions

In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Firework, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, retail experts Chris Walton, Ann Mezzennga, David Ritter, and David Brown recap the top retail news headlines, innovations, and trends that shaped 2023. Hear their predictions for…

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