From robot shopkeepers to AI shopping assistants and private-label takeovers, Bain & Company outlines six powerful trends set to reshape global retail over the next decade
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Bain & Company doubles Doha office size in Qatar growth push
The firm’s expanded presence signals continued confidence in Qatar’s market as the country pushes forward with economic diversification plans after hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Middle East sees surge in 2024 M&A activity as sovereign wealth funds lead investments
Global M&A market overall deal value will reach $3.5tn by the end of 2024 as Middle East sees significant growth
Global video games sales to reach $257bn by 2028; five key trends revealed
The video game market generates more money than cinema box office and TV streaming combined
Companies that delay adopting AI will be left behind, finds Bain study
Over 75 percent of the 570 executives surveyed said that AI has already been surpassing expectations
What are scope 3 emissions and why should your business care?
Scope 3 emissions, which are greenhouse gas emissions produced indirectly, contribute a massive amount of companies’ indirect emissions. Lowering them is essential for brands to achieve their sustainability goals
Technology and its impact on customer relations
Without a conscious effort to embed humanity in digital experiences, we are headed toward a joyless world ruled by models that are poor substitutes for the ingenuity of frontline employees
Covid-19 crisis has dramatically accelerated the pace of digital transformation
Keeping up with fast-moving technology trends is critical, says Dr Houssem Jemili and Truc Mai Dupont Vohong
Consumer electronics tops India’s retail sector
E-commerce in India still accounts for only 2 percent of total sales, according to a recently released report