Robots to Reality: AI Logistics Shaping Consumer Lives

Event ID: PP1150776

Sun, Mar 15, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Venue: Room 203-204 (JW Marriott)

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What happens when AI moves beyond the hype and starts transforming the entire journey, from supply chain operations to the customer experience? We’ll explore how AI and robotics eliminate friction, anticipate customer needs, and turn operational and behavioral data into faster deliveries, greater transparency, and a seamless, elevated customer experience.

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