Alec Gefrides
@agefrides
VP of Network + #Edge Group and GM of Edge Products & Technologies @Intel. Modernizing consumer industries with #tech. @RILA Board Member. Avid Gardner.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-gefrides-930ab1/ 06-03-2013 02:13:19
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Consumers have specific demands when it comes to the shopping experience but enabling the necessary strategies is easier said than done. Fortunately, Intel is teaming up with Dell and World Wide Technology to provide retailers with the insight they need. #IAmIntel engage.biz-tech-insights.com/whitepaper/LP-…
A recent study found there's essentially a 5-way tie for why #retailers pursue IT/OT convergence. Stores used to focus their digital efforts on one to two areas of the business. Now, it's everywhere. And that's good for both the retailer and the consumer. community.intel.com/t5/Blogs/Thoug…
Technology changes so rapidly that it's a challenge to predict what the retail landscape will look like in 20 years. Looking forward to just the next five years, I do believe all of your preferences and insights will be available for stores to purchase. business-review.eu/tech/new-data-…
Being able to create a robust database is the whole goal of loyalty programs, as a customer you have to be willing to give a little to get something valuable in return and that's true for the retailer as well. Done correctly, it can benefit everyone. retailtechinnovationhub.com/home/2023/7/18…
There are a lot of questions about the ethical use of #AI, so it's great to see the National Retail Federation doing this. My Intel colleague, and soon-to-be replacement, George Loranger, and I recently met with Konfer, a company taking the lead in responsible AI. retailtouchpoints.com/topics/market-…
We're seeing a trend right now with AI-based sizing tools and this is one of several that have recently launched, including a collaboration between Fit:match.ai and Savage X Fenty by Rihanna. pymnts.com/news/retail/20…
One of the things I've noticed is that The Home Depot employees are often knowledgeable and happy to help, and I think a lot of that comes from the commitment to wages and technology the company provides. And that's a win for everyone. risnews.com/home-depot-exp…
I visited 7-Eleven's innovation lab in March and it was great to see how they're leveraging technology. As I move into the next phase of my life, I look forward to staying involved in the industry through coaching and working with startups and boards. datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/7-elev…