JUNE - 2022retailtechinsights.com6Copyright © 2022 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof. JUNE - 17 - 2022, Volume 04 - Issue 5 Published by ValleyMedia, Inc. 600 S ANDREWS AVE STE 405,FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301To subscribe to Retail Tech InsightsVisit www.retailtechinsights.comManaging EditorLinda BurnsEditorial StaffAaron SmithJoshua ThomasLisa DebraDerrick JohnJohn JamesSteven RichardVisualizerPresley MeadowEmail: editor@retailtechinsights.comsales@retailtechinsights.commarketing@retailtechinsights.comEditorialLinda BurnsManaging Editoreditor@retailtechinsights.comAdvances in Technology Driving Transformation in Retail*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs with our editorial staffThe global pandemic has pushed the retail industry into uncertainty, forcing the closure of physical stores and casting doubt on the in-store experience's future. Many merchants have struggled to effectively serve customers through other channels as a result of these rapid transitions. Digital-first and Omnichannel businesses have had an easier time adapting to the changes as compared to merchants who prioritised physical stores and face-to-face engagement above Omnichannel strategy. Retailers have spent years developing Omnichannel strategies that combine physical and online channels to engage customers in their preferred channel. Leading B2C brands in this environment have proven the effectiveness of blending digital and physical channels to support customers' new preferred methods of shopping and fulfillment, rather than considering web and physical channels as separate entities. Furthermore, customer expectations for digital channels are increasing in terms of site speed, stability, and delivery times. Retailers are examining their present Omnichannel services and seeking for opportunities to innovate and to adapt to new customer behaviors and preferences.To reach their full potential for process optimization, fulfillment centers today use advanced analytics platforms, logic-based technologies, and electronic data interchange. In addition, the integration of artificial intelligence into the order fulfillment process has broadened the usage of data. These warehouse robotic systems, which are powered by AI, increase pick/pack productivity by selecting the most efficient picking paths and avoiding unnecessary pathways within the warehouse.To help leaders navigate through the list of order fulfillment service companies, our panel comprising CEOs, CIOs, industry analysts, and the editorial board of Retail Tech Insights presents to you the top companies in this landscape. These organizations are transforming the e-commerce landscape through various disruptive technologies. Besides, the magazine also comprises insights from subject matter experts, CIOs and CXOs in the e-commerce sector on the latest industry trends, best practices, recent innovations, and highlights their expertise.Let us know your thoughts!
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