In this episode, I interview Fatih Nayebi, the Vice President of Data and AI at Aldo Group and a lecturer at McGill University. Fatih shares insights on transforming a traditional retail company through AI implementation, covering topics such as:

- Team structure and organization across data governance, analytics, and AI

- Development of an AI-powered revenue growth management system

- Applications of generative AI in retail, including product descriptions and customer service

- Challenges in scaling AI solutions globally

- Data infrastructure and privacy considerations

- ROI measurement for AI investments

- Future opportunities for AI in retail

Fatih provides practical examples from Aldo's AI initiatives while emphasizing the importance of data quality, experimentation, and maintaining a holistic approach to AI implementation in retail. The discussion offers valuable insights for organizations beginning their AI journey, particularly in the retail sector.