Retailistic

What Did We Learn from Legends of Commerce?

Episode Summary

In this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, discusses highlights from the Legends of Commerce: Content & Cocktails event, hosted by Coresight Research and Ken Pilot Ventures. She spotlights the expert speakers and fascinating topics of discussion, from consumer behavior to the impacts of AI (artificial intelligence) and the evolving landscape of retail technology. Key themes include the importance of understanding consumer needs, the role of responsible AI and the significance of cultural innovations within retail organizations. The episode concludes with a look at future predictions and the opportunities that lie ahead for the retail industry.

Episode Notes

Takeaways

• The Coresight Research Retail 2025 series has launched with predictions for US retail.
• Responsible AI is crucial for corporate decision-making.
• Unified commerce is a key goal for retailers.
• Cultural innovation is essential for employee engagement.
• There is a clear need for supply chain optimization.
• The retail landscape is filled with opportunities for growth.

Chapters

00:00 This Week in Research, Highlighting Retail 2025 Predictions

02:44 Insights from the Legends of Commerce Conference

03:42 Exploring AI and Retail Technology

06:49 Cultural Innovations in Retail

08:41 Creative Solutions and Custom Fit in Retail

09:35 Future of Retail: Predictions and Insights

For more on Legends of Commerce, read the free and premium coverage reports from Coresight Research, and view our free infographic.