Gartner

Gartner reports warehouse automation has hit a significant adoption threshold, driven by labor shortages and maturing AI technology. Four tiers of operational AI now span the logistics industry, offering enhanced optimization models and generative planning for dynamic operations. Semi-autonomous AI agents and physical automation are integrating with robotics, improving efficiency and safety. Experts advise a pragmatic approach, starting with proven use cases and gradually expanding to more advanced AI applications.

JD.com, the only Chinese retailer, impressively climbed to #22 in Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25, a testament to its advanced supply chain. This success is driven by substantial investments in technology, including its AI model for forecasting and extensive automation, within its over 40 smart warehouses. Its focus on AI-powered robotics and autonomous vehicles has optimized operations, leading to a rapid inventory turnover rate.

VTEX has been recognized as a Customers’ Choice in the 2025 Gartner Voice of the Customer for Digital Commerce report for the second consecutive year. With a 98% customer recommendation rate and an impressive overall score of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews, VTEX is the only digital commerce platform to achieve this distinction two years in a row. The report highlights customer satisfaction and the platform’s success for global enterprise brands.

Gartner research indicates that traditional personalized marketing is backfiring. A survey of 1,464 B2B buyers and consumers reveals 53% report negative experiences, leading to purchase regret and future hesitancy. Active personalization, which proactively addresses customer needs through interactive methods, emerges as a superior strategy. It boosts customer confidence and ROI significantly, allowing customers to own their journey and fostering deeper engagement. Gartner recommends actively addressing journey pitfalls, catalyzing emotional change, and embracing customer co-creation for enhanced marketing outcomes.