Tariffs, AI and Retail Resilience: Top Insights from Global Conferences in May 2025
This episode of Retaili$tic offers insights from three major conferences attended by Coresight Research in May 2025. Max Kahn, President of Coresight Research, discusses the AAFA Global Supply Chain Conference and the ICSC Trade Conference, focusing on the impact of tariffs on supply chains and strategies for diversification and compliance. Stephen Winnick, VP of Innovator Services at Coresight Research, shares key takeaways from World Retail Congress, highlighting the evolving landscape of retail, the importance of sustainability, and the integration of AI (artificial intelligence) in enhancing customer experiences. The conversation emphasizes the need for agility, collaboration and innovation in the retail sector.
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Show Notes
Takeaways
- The AAFA conference focused heavily on tariffs and their impact on supply chains.
- Manufacturers are diversifying their supply chains to mitigate risks.
- Companies are looking to increase agility in manufacturing strategies.
- Collaboration and communication are crucial for managing tariff impacts.
- Sustainability can drive cost reduction while meeting ESG goals.
- World Retail Congress highlighted a shift toward more resilient supply chains.
- Retailers are focusing on building tighter relationships with top suppliers.
- Sustainability discussions have matured to include financial considerations.
- AI is being leveraged for contract management and climate control in real estate.
- Creating seamless shopping experiences is essential for customer retention.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Tariffs and Supply Chain Strategies
06:08 Insights from World Retail Congress
11:57 AI Innovations in Real Estate
18:09 Enhancing Customer Experiences in Retail
- Coresight Research premium subscribers can read our top takeaways from World Retail Congress in our event coverage report: World Retail Congress 2025 Insights: Consensus on Tariffs Floor, AI Risks in Adaptive Apparel, Smart Scaling in Focus
- Read more insights on AI, tariffs and sustainability with in-depth reports from Coresight Research.