What: The IADS attended the annual Federation of International Retail Association (FIRA) gathering, a body of which the IADS is a member.

Why is it important: This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the retail industry's performance in 2023 and outlines the challenges and trends for 2024. It includes insights from various international retail associations and experts, focusing on consumer behavior, sustainability, digitalization, labor issues, and the impact of AI and geopolitical factors.

The insights are crucial for understanding the evolving landscape of the retail sector, highlighting the industry's response to changing consumer habits, the increasing role of retailers in the carbon economy, and the need for high-level skills in the face of technological advancements. It also emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing these challenges.

FIRA’s retail industry insights: challenges and innovations in 2024

FIRA Presentations

Check out FIRA's guest speaker presentations below!

IADS' presntation at FIRA 2024

China's Retail industry - Kevin Peng

China Retail Unveiled - Deborah Weinswig

EU policies on Digital commerce - Luca Cassetti