<p>In this episode, retail strategist Leon Nicholas—VP of Retail Insights &amp; Solutions at Smurfit WestRock—breaks down the forces reshaping modern commerce. Leon explains why smart packaging, AI, automation, and shifting consumer behavior are transforming everything from supply chains to in-store experiences. He reveals how retailers can stay relevant, why “everything will be tagged,” and how small chains can now punch above their weight. A fast, insightful look at retail’s future.</p><br><p>Leon’s Top 3 Songs:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>“Aqualung” by Jethro Tull: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4zPu3ISCGs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4zPu3ISCGs</a></li><li>“Copacabana” by Barry Manilow: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYvyzg3KtpY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYvyzg3KtpY</a></li><li>“Endless Love” by Diana Ross: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubrfaD9DIus" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubrfaD9DIus</a></li></ul><p><br></p><br><p>Mister Beacon is hosted by Steve Statler, CEO of <a href="http://ambientchat.ai" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ambientChat.ai</a> — Using AI to connect people with places and products&nbsp; with an app that puts you in control of YOUR data.</p><br><p>Our sponsor is Identiv <a href="https://www.identiv.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.identiv.com</a>, whose IoT solutions create digital identities for physical objects, enhancing global connectivity for businesses, people, and the planet. We are also sponsored by Blecon <a href="http://www.blecon.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.blecon.net</a>. Blecon enables physical products to communicate with cloud applications using Bluetooth Low Energy.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast

Stephen Statler

Retail 301: The Science Behind the Shelf with Leon Nicholas

NOV 18, 202557 MIN
The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast

Retail 301: The Science Behind the Shelf with Leon Nicholas

NOV 18, 202557 MIN

Description

<p>In this episode, retail strategist Leon Nicholas—VP of Retail Insights &amp; Solutions at Smurfit WestRock—breaks down the forces reshaping modern commerce. Leon explains why smart packaging, AI, automation, and shifting consumer behavior are transforming everything from supply chains to in-store experiences. He reveals how retailers can stay relevant, why “everything will be tagged,” and how small chains can now punch above their weight. A fast, insightful look at retail’s future.</p><br><p>Leon’s Top 3 Songs:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>“Aqualung” by Jethro Tull: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4zPu3ISCGs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4zPu3ISCGs</a></li><li>“Copacabana” by Barry Manilow: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYvyzg3KtpY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYvyzg3KtpY</a></li><li>“Endless Love” by Diana Ross: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubrfaD9DIus" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubrfaD9DIus</a></li></ul><p><br></p><br><p>Mister Beacon is hosted by Steve Statler, CEO of <a href="http://ambientchat.ai" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ambientChat.ai</a> — Using AI to connect people with places and products&nbsp; with an app that puts you in control of YOUR data.</p><br><p>Our sponsor is Identiv <a href="https://www.identiv.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.identiv.com</a>, whose IoT solutions create digital identities for physical objects, enhancing global connectivity for businesses, people, and the planet. We are also sponsored by Blecon <a href="http://www.blecon.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.blecon.net</a>. Blecon enables physical products to communicate with cloud applications using Bluetooth Low Energy.&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>