Technology Record - Issue 34: Autumn 2024

FEATURE We asked selected Microsoft partners how they are using Microsoft technologies to support retailers in transforming their supply chain processes Partner perspectives “Infosys has been harnessing the Microsoft technology stack to streamline supply chain processes for retailers. We’ve empowered retailers to make agile decisions based on real-time data and intelligent insights. Our AI-powered solutions transform category management, ensuring it’s tightly synchronised with the broader supply chain. Retailers can address demand across channels, optimise operations in real time, factor in space and labour parameters, and respond swiftly to opportunities. This strategic use of AI enhances customer experiences, operational efficiency and financial growth. Together with Microsoft, Infosys is shaping a new era of value realisation for retailers.” “As a leading supply chain solution provider, Blue Yonder chose Microsoft to fuel its cloud strategy. By combining the power of the Blue Yonder Platform with Microsoft solutions such as Azure, Teams and Dynamics 365, we help joint customers optimise their supply chain from planning to execution with secure, specialised, real-time connections and workflows. The partnership has allowed Blue Yonder to deliver leading supply chain solutions that are cognitive, resilient and sustainable across one platform. For retailers, this enables optimised assortment, space and inventory supported by efficient operations driven by intelligent decisions, realtime predictions, and end-to-end insights and collaboration.” Wayne Snyder Vice President, Industry Strategy, Retail, Blue Yonder Aswin Prabhu Vembrakkat Suresh Babu Senior Consultant, Retail Delivery Infosys Photo: Adobe Stock/ Krakenimages Photo: Pexels/TigerLily 160

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