APAC

The US, Europe, and China remain key to stabilising global luxury.

Humans now set rules and guide AI to protect brand value and pricing.

The remaining 95% fail because when executives discuss AI, the answers are less clear.

This allows companies to tailor their product strategies effectively.

Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.

Centric Software’s AI with intent integrates decision-ready intelligence across planning, design, sourcing, pricing, and inventory operations.

Travel retail sales are 13% below pre-pandemic levels despite a surge in air passengers.

This comes amidst a growing awareness of the link between diet, skin health, and overall appearance.

He notes that success in the retail landscape today requires a balance of regional scale, consumer trust, and future-proofing.

Consumers use BNPL to manage spending and protect reward access.

He shared his thoughts on how retail operations can become more profitable and scalable.

AI, AR and connected devices accelerate personalisation.

Discovery moves from search engines to AI assistants.

It also formalises the executive leadership team.

He explores where the biggest value opportunities lie whilst emphasising the need to balance standardised scale with deliberate localisation across diverse markets.

45% of APAC consumers follow AI recommendations.