Prepared By: Benoi Nair

Dubai, UAE –

An exclusive, closed-door Roundtable discussion was held at JW Marriott Hotel Marina in Dubai. The event was part of the Food Business Forum organized by Images Retail ME Magazine.

Representing Union Coop at the roundtable was Mr. Mohamad Shahejad, Head of Data & Analytics, Information Technology Department. The primary focus of the discussion was on the revolutionary impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the grocery retail industry.

AI technologies such as computer vision, machine learning, and natural language processing are transforming grocery retail by optimizing inventory management, streamlining supply chain operations, personalizing marketing strategies, and enhancing customer service.

The roundtable featured industry experts sharing insights on the current and future impact of AI on grocery shopping, highlighting the potential advancements and changes in the ecosystem driven by technological innovations.

Additionally, it should be noted that Union Coop’s CEO ‘Mr. Mohamed Al Hashemi’ spoke at the Food Business Forum’s ‘CEO’s Panel’ session, sharing valuable perspectives on industry trends and future strategies. Union Coop was also honored with the Excellence at Golden Spoon Awards for Innovation in Food and Grocery Retail at the same event, recognizing their commitment to innovation and excellence in the sector.