Sustainability in Retail

Data & Technology
The topic connects sustainability with operations, assortment, and the supply chain in retail. The emphasis is on reducing waste, energy efficiency, packaging, reporting, and the economic return on change.

Key questions and insights

How can waste be reduced in retail while maintaining product availability?

Sustainability in retail is also linked to reducing waste and making operations more efficient.

Which sustainable measures also have an economic benefit?

Energy measures such as refrigeration, heat recovery, and photovoltaics are assessed also by their return on investment.

How should packaging, carbon footprint, and reporting be handled in practice?

Data and digitalization support inventory planning, promotions, and loss reduction.

What role do data and cross-chain collaboration play in sustainability?

Trust and cooperation with suppliers are important for a more resilient and sustainable chain.

What is becoming a standard part of retail practice?

Pressure on packaging, reporting, and carbon footprint is becoming part of retail practice.

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