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In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne were live from Manifest as they discussed:
There’s all that, plus delivery memories, barracudas, and what Anne would make her husband do if she could control him via an implanted chip in his brain.
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LIVE FROM Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics 2024 Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton with Mars VP of Global Supply Chain Kristen Daihes.
Jeff Barry, Chief Innovation Officer at Dot Foods, joins us to share how the wholesale food redistributor is driving innovation across its supply chain operations and business models. Listen as Jeff explains Dot Foods' approach to piloting new AI capabilities for fuel procurement optimization, predictive truck maintenance, and more. We also discuss how large companies can enable startup-like innovation cultures, the role of innovation labs, and Dot Foods' expanding portfolio of innovation pilots with external startups.
Bhavani Subramaniam, Chief Supply Chain Officer at mattress manufacturer Serta Simmons, joins us to discuss the complexities of managing a made-to-order supply chain. He explains how they build resilience through dual sourcing, nearshoring, and an intense focus on supply chain visibility, along with how his team uses data analytics and AI for insights across supply chain operations like new product launches. We also talk about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, with Bhavani emphasizing authentic leadership.
We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with Patrick McIntyre, Head of Development at Krispy Kreme, about retail and supply chain innovation. Topics include omnichannel expansion, automating the consumer journey, daily delivered fresh donuts, scaling up production and delivery, partnerships with Amazon and others, using AI and technology to enhance experiences and operations, reaching new consumers, and much more. Gain insights directly from the show floor on how an iconic brand balances growth, experience, and profitability.
We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with David Sobie, Co-Founder and CEO of Happy Returns, on the future of retail returns and innovations in supply chain. Topics include their recent acquisition by UPS, plans for expansion through large enterprise retailers, incorporating more automation like robots into their processing facilities, how sustainability plays a role in returns, the importance of omnichannel drop off locations for customers, managing high volumes of co-mingled shipments, advice for entrepreneurs, and much more. Gain valuable insights from a leader in reshaping the returns experience.
We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with Moid Alwy, EVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer at American Tire Distributors, about the future of distribution and supply chain. Topics include the launch of their B2B marketplace "Radius", last mile delivery scaling, AI implications, network design changes, omnichannel complexity, inventory management innovations, consolidation and more. Get the inside scoop direct from the show floor on how one of the largest tire distributors in the US is transforming their supply chain and distribution operations with the latest in retail and logistics tech.
We go live at Manifest 2024 to discuss the future of retail logistics and supply chain technology innovations with Drew Taranto, Senior Director of Ecommerce Strategy at DHL. Topics covered include omni-channel retail trends, B2B ordering experiences, cost reduction through automation and AI, machine learning for better decision making, returns and recommerce programs, final mile delivery improvements, and more. This insider perspective on the transformation ahead for logistics and fulfillment highlights all the latest technologies and strategies direct from the show floor.
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: TikTok Trialing Making All Posts Shoppable
For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: If A Grocery Store Really Feel Like Pokemon GO?
For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM
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