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Digital Wave Technology To Showcase the Power of Unified Data and AI Analytics for Grocers at FMI Midwinter Conference

Digital Wave Technology Featured in Panel Discussion on “The Data ‘Hairball’ Thwarting AI in Retail”

PONTE VEDRA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digital Wave Technology, reshaping consumer brands with its ONE™ Platform, and a leader in AI-native enterprise solutions, is demonstrating the power of its unified data and analytics platform for retailers and brands at the FMI Midwinter Conference, Jan. 30 – Feb. 2, 2025 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort.

Digital Wave Technology will address the challenges that grocers face in AI implementations at an FMItech breakout session, “The Data ‘Hairball’ Thwarting AI in Retail.” The panel discussion will focus on how retailers and technology providers are creating unified data foundations to develop and deploy new AI capabilities. The session will take place Jan. 31 at 3:30 p.m., and panel discussion participants include:

  • Gary Hawkins, CEO and founder of CART and author of Bionic Retail;
  • Scott Kessler, CIO, Northeast Grocery;
  • Shekar Raman, co-founder and CEO, Birdzi;
  • Mary Scimone, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Digital Wave Technology.

As part of the FMItech expo, Digital Wave Technology will demonstrate how its ONE™ Platform is purpose-built to address the challenges grocery retailers face today. Unlike fragmented systems that require constant manual oversight, the ONE™ Platform, provides clean, complete, organized and consistent data across a grocer’s organization. With its robust Master Data Management core and native AI capabilities, the platform delivers:

  • Accurate, actionable insights: Real-time visibility into operations ensures that teams can make informed decisions quickly.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency: Automation reduces manual work, streamlines processes, and minimizes errors.
  • Localized precision: Tailor assortments and promotions to meet the unique needs of a retailer’s customer base.
  • Future-proof capabilities: Native AI allows grocers to adapt to emerging trends and market shifts, keeping them ahead of the competition.

“By adopting Digital Wave Technology’s ONE™ Platform, grocery retailers can overcome the limitations of disconnected systems and unlock the full potential of their data,” said Lori Schafer, CEO, Digital Wave Technology. “Whether it’s improving time to market, strengthening customer loyalty, or staying competitive in an ever-changing market, the ONE™ Platform empowers grocery leaders to thrive.”

To see how the ONE™ Platform and host of enterprise solutions support retailers, schedule a meeting with Digital Wave Technology at the FMI Midwinter Conference, Jan. 30 — Feb. 2, 2025. Companies that are not attending FMI can learn more about Digital Wave Technology or schedule a meeting here.

About Digital Wave Technology

Digital Wave Technology is a leader in AI-native enterprise solutions for consumer industries including retail, consumer goods, and healthcare. The company’s ONE™ Platform provides a single source of truth, with Product Information Management (PIM) and Master Data Management (MDM) at the core. Digital Wave Technology’s AI-native solutions improve speed to market, drive rapid product innovation, and increase profitability, productivity, and customer experience. More information: digitalwavetechnology.com.

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