How Shelf Intelligence Protects Revenue and Improves Retail Execution

Retailers lose billions each year to out-of-stocks, misplaced inventory, and inaccurate shelf execution. These issues quietly erode revenue, margins, and customer loyalty. Traditional inventory systems track what should be on the shelf—not what is actually there—creating blind spots that compound across operations.

This report was developed in collaboration with the research firm IHL Group and is based on surveys and in-depth interviews with hundreds of retail executives across the US and EMEA. It examines how shelf intelligence has evolved from an experimental technology into a strategic necessity for modern retail.

The research reveals why profit-leading retailers prioritize inventory visibility far more aggressively—and how this focus directly translates into higher on-shelf availability, lower labor costs, and measurable revenue impact.

Designed for retail executives responsible for operations, merchandising, supply chain, and digital strategy, this report provides clear insight into why the window for catching up is closing—and how retailers can use shelf intelligence to protect revenue, strengthen execution, and build sustainable competitive advantage.