Ralph Valdes

Retail moves fast, but technology moves faster. With all of the “latest and greatest” solutions hitting the market, IT leaders are feeling the pressure to keep up and stay ahead of the competition. But not every decision has led to success, and some have even ended in failure. Now is your chance to hear from industry peers about technology “swings and misses”, and even join in the conversation yourself! Dive into the fishbowl and get real about tech, innovation, AI, and more. 

• Learning from real-world missteps to make more informed decisions in the future
• Exploring which emerging technologies lived up to expectations and which fell short, helping you separate true innovation from fleeting trends
• Discovering how to balance innovation with thoughtful implementation to avoid moving too fast and making costly mistakes
• Gaining insights into the practical applications (and limitations) of AI and automation
• Engaging in candid conversations with industry leaders to refine your approach to tech adoption and avoid common pitfalls