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Reality vs. AI Hype (Post-NRF '25 Recap)

A post-NRF '25 recap examining the gap between AI hype and practical reality in retail, with takeaways on what actually matters for merchandise planning teams.

5 min read · January 20, 2025

Retail Tech Show ’26 at ExCel!

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Excited to head to London for a week filled with onsite meetings and the Retail Tech Show at ExCel! If you’re attending the expo, swing by Stand E52 for gourmet chocolates, engaging conversations, and a sneak peek at our newest Merchandise Planning software!

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Check out more details at retailtechnologyshow.com

Buyer's Toolbox (legacy logo)

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Welcome to our new look.

Same team at ANT USA, same 30+ years of merchandise planning — Buyer’s Toolbox just got a fresh site, clearer story, and a brand that matches the confidence we want every planning conversation to have.