The ugly truth about AI-cases implementation today is that retailers are not ready for those solutions. Every day I see that during my store visits.
How could you optimize an internet order-picking route if there are no properly maintained store-specific planograms?
What is the sense to prepare lists of potential phantom stock SKUs when the stockroom is total chaos?
How to prepare a perfect employees’ shift plan when the store manager doesn’t adjust the planning in the system, but draws the replacement with the pen on the paper?
Frontline staff is disconnected in most chains from potential AI-applications. They don’t use mobile applications on their phones due to unaccepted BYOD policy and HHTs are carefully stored in the office of the store manager and given out only for stocktaking.
A perfectly orchestrated in laboratory conditions AI-test means almost nothing for real deployment of the case. No matter what the IT director of the chain shares in the interviews.
There’s a lot of homework for retailers on the table left. First, fix the basics… Basics. Basics. Basics.
Let’s get one thing straight: AI isn’t a shortcut to operational excellence. It’s a multiplier. If your core operations are shaky, AI will just amplify the mess.
Want to be AI-ready? Start by being operations-ready. Clean data. Clear processes. Empowered teams. Tech that works — and is used.
Until then, you’re not AI-ready. You’re AI-theory-ready.
And there’s a difference.
Implementing Akuret's AI-driven stock analysis will give you:
Faster anomaly detection – AI can instantly identify stock inconsistencies, reducing reliance on manual audits.
More accurate inventory tracking – Automated systems minimize human errors and prevent intentional stock misreporting.
The results achieved by Akuret Solutions in current projects with retailers reinforce my optimism. It’s only a matter of time before most retailers benefit from precise stock metrics and a more efficient system.
All the best, Pavel
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