Tariffs, AI and Retail Resilience: Top Insights from Global Conferences in May 2025

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.