The Retail Podcast (Video Feed)

Generative AI in Retail: Insights from NVIDIA’s AI Leaders

Discover how generative AI is revolutionizing retail. NVIDIA’s ⁠Azita Martin ⁠  Vice President and GM of AI for Retail, CPG and QSR Director of AI & Cynthia Countouris, NVIDIA’s director of product marketing for retail discuss multimodal AI, virtual shopping assistants, and supply chain optimization. Learn how businesses are leveraging AI to boost productivity, enhance customer experiences, and increase revenue. From e-commerce transformation to physical AI for robotics, this episode is packed with actionable insights for retailers and tech leaders.
 
👉 Learn more: NVIDIA AI Retail Blueprint
00:00 Introduction: Why Embrace AI in Retail? 
00:26 NVIDIA’s AI Vision at NRF 2025 
01:19 AI Transformation in Retail: Use Cases 
02:28 Shopping Assistants: Revolutionizing E-Commerce 
03:43 AI in Supply Chain Optimization 
06:12 Generative AI for E-Commerce and Revenue Growth 
07:12 NVIDIA’s AI Blueprint and Tools for Retail 
09:22 Physical AI: Training Robots in Simulations 
12:15 Future Focus: AI in Supply Chain and Retail Layouts 
14:06 Empowering Women in Tech with AI 
16:08 Real-World AI Shopping Assistant Demo (Fashion) 
20:32 Visualizing Furniture with AI in 3D Spaces 
25:27 How to Get Started with NVIDIA AI Tools 
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What's New at Shoptalk 2025: Innovation, Luxury, and The New Market

Get an insider look at Shoptalk 2025 with ⁠Sophie Wawro, ⁠Global President of ⁠Shoptalk⁠, and ⁠Joe Laszlo,⁠ Head of Content US. Discover how this year’s groundbreaking initiatives—The New Market and Shoptalk LUXE—are redefining retail. Learn about the attention economy, luxury retail trends, and what’s shaping the future of customer engagement.
📌 Highlights:
The New Market: Retail media and the attention economy.
Shoptalk LUXE: A luxury-focused event in Abu Dhabi.
Insights for retail executives to lead in 2025.
 

Revolutionizing Retail: Insights from Tesco’s Transcend

Join us as we dive into Tesco’s groundbreaking supply chain solution, Transcend, with CEO Oliver Ward. Discover how data-driven tools, streamlined operations, and customer-centric strategies are reshaping retail globally. Learn how retailers can scale online operations, optimize fulfillment, and stay competitive in today’s evolving market.

The Future of Retail: Innovations in Grocery and Quick Commerce

Discover how Deliveroo’s Product Director, Paul Wilkinson, is shaping the future of retail innovation. From drone delivery and AI in grocery stores to the evolving customer demand for quick commerce, Paul shares insights from his experience at Tesco Labs, Amazon, and Deliveroo. Learn how technology, data, and customer-first strategies are transforming grocery delivery and retail worldwide. Perfect for retail leaders and innovators seeking actionable trends.
[00:00] Introduction
[03:45] Drone delivery innovations
[10:15] How AI is improving grocery retail
[20:00] Deliveroo’s journey into new categories
[25:30] Predictions for retail’s future
Guest: Paul Wilkinson, Product Director at Deliveroo
Topics Covered:
The evolution of quick commerce and customer expectations
Drone delivery and its growing adoption in suburban markets
How AI is solving long-standing problems in grocery retail
Deliveroo’s journey from food delivery to a digital high street
Predictions for the future: online shopping, data-driven retail, and self-driving cars
Key Quotes from Paul Wilkinson:
“Thirty minutes is more than fast enough for most people in most situations.”
“Seeing a delivery arrive by drone in three minutes is fascinating.”
“AI helps solve old problems that never truly went away.”
“If what you’re building isn’t useful or usable, it won’t succeed.
Actionable Takeaways for Retail Leaders:
Focus on customer-first strategies to drive innovation.
Invest in real-time stock systems to reduce delivery errors.
Leverage AI and data-driven insights to improve operations.
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Why Retailers Must Embrace Robotics and AI for Growth

In this episode, Michel Spruijt, President of Brain Corp, discusses how robotics and AI are addressing challenges like labor shortages and inventory management in retail. Learn how automation is creating consistency and efficiency across store operations.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why robotics adoption is critical for retail success.
How Brain Corp’s solutions improve operational efficiency.
The future of AI in retail.
Resources Mentioned:
Brain Corp: https://www.braincorp.com/
 
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How a Canadian Bakery is Transforming Gluten-Free and Vegan Food

Join Molly Robins, founder of Molly's Market, as she shares her journey from a personal health crisis to building a thriving Canadian gluten-free and vegan bakery. Discover how her brand is revolutionizing allergen-friendly treats, scaling a CPG business, and prioritizing clean-label ingredients. A must-listen for foodies, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders!
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Building Authentic E-Commerce: Saddleback Leather’s Story of Success

Join Saddleback Leather founder Dave Munson and BigCommerce’s Senior Director of Brand and Content Marketing, Melissa Dixon, for an inside look at building an authentic e-commerce experience that drives customer loyalty and growth. Discover how Saddleback Leather’s unique storytelling approach, coupled with BigCommerce’s innovative tools, creates a seamless shopping journey that resonates with consumers. Perfect for entrepreneurs, e-commerce leaders, and retail enthusiasts, this episode explores trends like mobile optimization, personalized shopping, and the future of digital retail. Tune in to learn actionable strategies for balancing technology and authenticity in today’s competitive online market.
 
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How In-Store Retail Media is Transforming with Personalized Digital Signage

How nCountR is Transforming In-Store Retail Media with Personalized Digital Signage
In a recent Retail Podcast interview from Groceryshop, Hans Fischmann, VP and GM of nCountR, shared insights on how the company is reshaping in-store retail media through data-driven digital signage. Fischmann explained that nCountR’s platform enables retailers and advertisers to personalize messages for customers, effectively blending physical shopping experiences with digital precision.
Enhancing Shopper Engagement Through Digital Signage
nCountR’s approach is based on understanding both retailer and advertiser needs. For retailers, nCountR’s platform provides a way to increase revenue per square foot by turning digital signage into a targeted, revenue-generating channel. For advertisers, nCountR offers access to shoppers at critical decision points in their purchasing journey, with messages that adjust in real time based on data like shopping behavior and seasonal trends.
“By personalizing the shopping experience, we’re not just displaying ads,” says Fischmann. “We’re creating interactions that enhance basket sizes and encourage customer loyalty.” An example is displaying seasonal promotions in grocery stores, such as a peach cobbler recipe alongside related ingredients, which can drive multi-item purchases.
Addressing Retailers’ Key Challenges with a Data-Driven Approach
With many retailers focusing on optimizing revenue per square foot, nCountR helps solve this challenge by using data to bring digital advertising’s precision into physical spaces. Fischmann noted that by partnering with both large chains and small stores, nCountR’s agnostic platform can be integrated seamlessly, maximizing in-store engagement regardless of a retailer’s scale.
Looking Ahead: Privacy, Accessibility, and a Vision for the Future
Privacy and accessibility are core elements of nCountR’s strategy. Fischmann emphasized that nCountR is built with robust privacy safeguards, ensuring compliance while personalizing messages responsibly. “No one wants a NASCAR experience in-store,” he adds, stressing the importance of curated, relevant content. With nCountR’s adaptable platform, the future of in-store retail media will involve even more tailored and context-sensitive customer engagement, helping retailers create value at every stage.
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Albertsons' Retail Media Network: Transforming Shopper Connections

Albertsons Media Collective is redefining how retail media drives success by connecting brands with over 100 million loyal consumers across 2,000 stores nationwide. Leveraging data-driven insights, they cultivate deep customer relationships that translate into sustainable growth for partner brands. Michelle Weiskittel, Head of Media, Creative, and Operations at Albertsons Media Collective, spoke at Groceryshop with The Retail Podcast about their approach to transforming retail media networks into engines of collaboration and community-driven growth.
Albertsons Media Collective combines decades of grocery retail experience with modern digital tools, making it an ideal partner for brands seeking to reach highly engaged consumers. With more than 36 million shoppers visiting their stores weekly and a digital audience of 41 million loyalty members, Albertsons brings unmatched consumer insight to drive brand performance and sales.
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Empowering Retail: The Evolving Landscape of E-commerce Platforms

In an era of rapid digital transformation, retailers face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Jay Topper, Chief Customer Officer at fabric, shares invaluable insights on the current state and future of e-commerce platforms.
The Power of Composable Commerce
Topper emphasizes the significance of cloud-native, composable platforms in today's retail environment. fabric, built from the ground up with this architecture, offers unique advantages:
Empowering end-users with intuitive controls for site updates
Providing seamless scalability during peak seasons
Enabling rapid innovation through customer-driven development
"The e-commerce platform itself is becoming more commoditized," Topper notes. "The differentiator lies in how you impact end-users and customers."
Overcoming Replatforming Hesitation
Many retailers hesitate to replatform due to perceived risks. Topper, drawing from extensive experience, views this process as "thrilling" and necessary for evolution. He advises:
Clearly define problems to solve
Assess the ecosystem and platform requirements
De-risk implementation through meticulous planning
Use metrics and data as a foundation
Topper emphasizes the importance of embracing change: "We have to evolve and we have to evolve quickly in this world. So to me, I think it's thrilling. Getting that digital first mentality is a thrilling personal transformation for a human to go through."
The Omnichannel Imperative
Topper defines omnichannel as "bringing the promise of the brand and consistency at every step, whether physical or digital." Key strategies include:
Integrating digital experiences into physical stores
Bringing store charm to digital platforms
Implementing multi-touch attribution models
Embracing AI in Retail
While cautious, Topper is "an absolute believer" in AI's potential to transform retail. He highlights two often-overlooked areas:
Enhancing platform intelligence for employees
Improving back-office functions like planning and allocation
"If you're not spending 20% of your time analyzing and testing AI-based solutions, you're missing out," Topper warns.
Looking Ahead
As the retail landscape continues to evolve, embracing digital transformation and innovative platforms like fabric will be crucial for success. Retailers must focus on empowering their teams, optimizing omnichannel experiences, and leveraging AI to stay competitive in this dynamic market.