1、Retail in TransitionHow AI Can Pave the Way to Cost ExcellenceMarch 2025By Simone Hilbring,Marcus Kroth,and Nicole MeissnerBoston Consulting Group(BCG)partners with leaders across business and society to help tackle their most important challenges and seize upon their greatest opportunities.BCG was

2、a pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963.Today,we work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholdersempowering organizations to grow,build sustainable competitive advantage,and drive a positive impact across society.Our diverse,glo

3、bal teams bring deep industry and functional expertise,and a range of perspectives that challenge the status quo and spark change.BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting,technology and design,and corporate and digital ventures.We work in a uniquely collaborative model acros

4、s the firm and throughout all levels of our clients organizations,fueled by the goal of helping our clients thrive,and enabling them to make the world a better place.Inverto is a leading global consultancy specializing in strategic procurement and supply chain management.The consultancy goes beyond

5、pure cost management to deliver business value and a competitive edge for its clients.Inverto transforms procurement and supply chain functions,enabling long-term success by fostering innovation,resilience,and sustainability.Operating under the umbrella of BCG,Inverto expands BCGs extensive offering

6、s with a comprehensive array of procurement optimization solutions.Inverto currently employs more than 600 experts across three continents.Clients are globally renowned brands from all industries,as well as the worlds leading private equity firms.BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP +INVERTO 3Introduction:Cost P