In this episode of The Retail Tales, Saurabh is joined by Carolyn Pollock, the dynamic Chief Marketing Officer at Tailored Brands, Inc. Their discussion is focused on exploring value and effectiveness of AI in retail marketing. Carolyn highlights how Tailored Brands is leading an AI-driven transformation journey, starting with building a solid foundation first with traditional AI, while experimenting with Generative AI (GenAI).

Carolyn and Saurabh talk about the following topics:

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It is NOT a sponsored episode, but an attempt to learn about (and share) the value of AI in retail marketing and its role in overall digital transformation for retail organizations. 

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The Retail Tales waives all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or other damages that may result from an individual's use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or the information it contains.

In this episode of TRT, Saurabh is joined by Scott Jennings, the Chief Strategist for Retail and Consumer Products companies at Informatica. The discussion is focused on exploring data readiness for AI and GenAI ambitions for retail companies out there. What it truly means to be data ready for retailers and what some retail executives or decision makers seem to overlook.

Scott and Saurabh talk about the following topics:

Connect with Scott Jennings on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-jennings-leveraging-technology-in-retail/

Follow Informatica on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/informatica/

Connect with Saurabh Vijayvergia on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svijayvergia/

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It is NOT a sponsored episode, but an attempt to learn about (and share) data readiness in the retail industry from someone who is leading the charge in making retail companies data ready for their AI and GenAI ambitions. 

DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast episode is intended for general informational purposes only. By accessing and listening to this episode, you acknowledge that none of the information provided herein should be construed as advice from The Retail Tales, its individual author(s), hosts, or guests. It is not intended to replace independent research on any subject matter. Any mention of specific products or entities does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by The Retail Tales. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and their appearance on the program does not constitute an endorsement by The Retail Tales or any associated entity.

The Retail Tales waives all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or other damages that may result from an individual's use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or the information it contains.

In the first-ever guest interview in TRT podcast's history, our host Saurabh is joined by Alex Galkin, the founder and CEO of Competera, to explore what truly works (and what doesn't) in revolutionizing pricing strategies in Retail using AI capabilities. Competera is an AI-based pricing platform designed to help retailers enhance their overall pricing strategy, increase revenue, and optimize profitability by leveraging a blend of advanced AI and smart data.  

Alex and Saurabh talk about the following topics:

Follow Alex Galkin on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexhalkin/               

Follow Competera on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/competera/

Follow Saurabh Vijayvergia on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svijayvergia/

Follow The Retail Tales on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/retailaitales

It is NOT a sponsored episode, but an attempt to learn about (and share) AI-based pricing in the retail industry from someone who is helping retailers make it work.

DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast episode is intended for general informational purposes only. By accessing and listening to this episode, you acknowledge that none of the information provided herein should be construed as advice from The Retail Tales, its individual author(s), hosts, or guests. It is not intended to replace independent research on any subject matter. Any mention of specific products or entities does not imply an endorsement or recommendation by The Retail Tales. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and their appearance on the program does not constitute an endorsement by The Retail Tales or any associated entity.  

The Retail Tales waives all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or other damages that may result from an individual's use of, reference to, or reliance on this podcast or the information it contains.

Get ready to dive deep into the fascinating world of Generative AI again - this time, to understand Build vs. Buy decision making for Generative AI capabilities within Retail landscape. You may already know, Build vs. Buy is a perennial topic of discussion for tech strategists, not just related to GenAI. But what you may not know is that GenAI has added new dimensions and variations to this discussion and associated decision making process. This episode is going to provide you a comprehensive view of these old and new dimensions and variations.

The host - Saurabh Vijayvergia - not only breaks down this whole dilemma, but also shares valuable insights and actionable tips for this crucial decision-making process. Whether you're a retail veteran or just starting to explore the possibilities of GenAI in retail, this episode is packed with insights to fuel your journey.

The second episode of The Retail Tales (TRT) just dropped. In this episode, the host - Saurabh Vijayvergia - shares his top-five predictions for AI in retail for 2024. From potential disruptions in the industry to the increasing demand for transparency and data security from customers, Saurabh provides insights into the future of retail powered by Generative AI.

With engaging anecdotes and industry expertise, this episode offers a glimpse into the evolving landscape of retail and the pivotal role of Generative AI in shaping its future. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how Generative AI is continuing to transform retail, as we know it.

The debut episode of The Retail Tales (TRT) delves into the pivotal question: Where should retail executives begin with GenAI? In an era marked by the convergence of retail and AI, executives face a daunting challenge amidst the Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) surrounding AI adoption.