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Akeneo aims to transform the retail playbook with AI and data consistency

CIO

Australian retailers have spent much of the last few years buffeted by economic challenges. A rebound is on the horizon, which means a substantial opportunity for growth for those retailers that can get ahead of the curve. Many retailers are looking to AI for that competitive advantage.

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Competition is stiff, but retailers know what it takes to compete

CIO

Changing consumer behavior and expectations, competition from major e-retailers, evolving cybersecurity challenges, inflationary pressures, sustainability and environmental concerns, and the pressure to take advantage of AI are all very real concerns for retailers today.

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How CIOs Can Transform Data From a Cost to an Advantage

CIO

The CIO has a real ability to achieve a competitive advantage for its business through data. The four steps to data advantage. Organisations that can properly align their data environments stand to gain a significant competitive advantage. The retail industry is a prime example. billion in ads, and Walmart $2.1

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Big Data: The Technology Behind Retailers Success

Smart Data Collective

During the beginning of the pandemic, many businesses went digital, and the retail industry is no exception. Technologies became a crucial part of achieving success in the increasingly competitive market, including big data and analytics. Key advantages of big data in retail. Source: Statista. Staying on top of trends.

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3 ways Generative AI is transforming the retail industry

CIO

Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools such as Azure OpenAI have been drawing attention in recent months, and there is widespread consensus that these technologies can significantly transform the retail industry. How can Generative AI speed innovation in retail?

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To gain advantage, IT leaders should turn competitors into collaborators

CIO

When building such a strategy for a business, I encourage tech leaders to first examine their competitive landscape, and then ask what the drivers of change are in their markets, and what dynamics are influencing the environment in which they compete. There are numerous examples of this in action.

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A blueprint for successfully executing business-aligned IT strategies

CIO

Technology has shifted from a back-office function to a core enabler of business growth, innovation, and competitive advantage. Successful CIOs work hand-in-hand with their C-suite peers to ensure that IT initiatives reflect the company’s ambitions—enhancing operational efficiency, driving innovation, or expanding market presence.

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