Articles by author: Dinesh Gauri, Ph.D.
Sam’s Club is innovating the retail checkout experience w with its AI-powered exit technology, contrasting sharply with Amazon’s recent setbacks with its ‘Just Walk Out’ technology. Amidst Amazon’s rollback on implementing this technology in larger stores due to operational challenges, Sam’s Club’s approach emerges as a strategic experiment in customer service efficiency, particularly…
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AI-Powered Exit Technology Can Ease Checkouts, But Larger Stores May Grapple with Scalability Issues
In recent developments, Sam’s Club has initiated the deployment of AI-powered exit technology across more than 120 of its retail locations, aiming to enhance customer experience by significantly reducing wait times. This move emerges as a contrasting response to Amazon’s recent pullback from its Just Walk Out technology, which allowed customers to shop without…
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To Retain Customers Amid the Rise in Grocery Costs, Stores Must Offer Competitive Prices & Home Delivery Services
In the face of global economic shifts, grocery prices have continued to escalate, climbing by 21% over the last three years, outstripping the overall inflation rate of 18% for the same period. This trend persists even as general inflation shows signs of cooling, presenting a paradox that affects consumers and retailers alike. The ongoing…
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Grocery Retailers Need to Adopt Adaptive Supply Chain Strategies to Stabilize Rising Grocery Prices
As recent reports highlight a cooling in overall inflation rates, the grocery sector tells a different story. Over the past three years, grocery prices have surged by 21%, outpacing the general inflation rate of 18% during the same period. This divergence is particularly pronounced in certain food items, where price increases have reached as…
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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…
On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…
The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…
Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…