Nikit Shah

Assortment and space analytics optimizes product selection and shelf allocation to boost sales, improve inventory management and enhance customer experience. However, challenges like evolving demand, data accuracy and operational alignment hinder success. Older approaches struggled due to siloed tools, slow performance and poor governance. Databricks unified platform resolved these issues, enabling seamless data integration, high-performance analytics and governed sharing. The innovative AI/BI Genie interface empowered self-service analytics, driving non-technical user adoption. This solution helped Walmart cut time to value by 90% and saved $5.6M annually in FTE hours leading to increased productivity. Looking ahead, AI agents will let store managers and merchants execute decisions via conversational interfaces, streamlining operations and enhancing accessibility. This transformation positions retailers to thrive in a competitive, customer-centric market.