futureofretail

In this episode, I had a discussion with Ruban Shanmugarajah, Chief Executive Officer of Babyshop at Landmark Group. 

Ruban shares his view on:

👉🏼 Factors that have contributed to the growth of Babyshop in UAE, MEA and South Asia. 

👉🏼 We explored how Babyshop harnessed the power of the Omnichannel retail model to seize opportunities and cater to our customers' evolving needs. 

👉🏼 Retailing is an experience & its people’s business - How Babyshop keep it simple and drive excellence. 

👉🏼 Innovation is at the core of Babyshop’s strategy, and the various approaches Babyshop has taken to enhance customer experiences and foster lasting loyalty. 

👉🏼 We explored how Babyshop is continuously adapting to the changing landscape and emerging trends to cater to the evolving needs of parents and their little ones.

In today's episode, we're diving into the future of retail and how IoT-enhanced smart shelves and personalized recommendations are revolutionizing the industry. 

Retailers are increasingly turning to IoT devices to provide a more personalized and seamless shopping experience. With the help of AI algorithms and smart shelves equipped with sensors and cameras, retailers can track customer behavior and preferences to make personalized product recommendations and ensure products are always available. And the benefits are not just for customers - retailers can save billions of dollars annually by implementing automated checkout and managing their inventory more efficiently. Join us as we explore the latest developments in retail technology and discuss how retailers can leverage these new tools to stay ahead of the competition. 

This week, Ryan speaks with Franco Rocchi, senior director of marketing  at Le Chateau. In this episode, they discuss the return of Le Chateau, Montreal's fashion ecosystem, and the future of shopping.

Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.