Retail is leaving behind the era of emotional persuasion and entering the age of technological rationality. Consumers will increasingly rely on AI shopping assistants, bringing complete transparency to the market and reshaping the rules of the game forever.
In fact, by 2026, it's estimated that 80% of retailers will have integrated AI into their operations, widening the competitive gap between leaders and followers. Whether you survive or lead will depend on your ability to adapt to this new standard.
What will you discover in the 2026 Trends Infographic?
- A market with no secrets: With 55% of consumers ready to delegate their purchases to AI, find out how competition evolves when the buyer is no longer human—but an algorithm comparing thousands of options in milliseconds.
- Trust as a critical asset: Learn why pricing and promotional accuracy are no longer optional. Technology instantly detects inconsistencies, damaging your Price Image if you rely on outdated tactics.
- The strategic decision: Price Follower vs. Price Maker Understand the real implications of reacting to the market (margin erosion) versus taking control of your value with predictive technology.
