Data drives decisions. The best retail AI investments start with rigorous market intelligence. Track the reports, forecasts, and analyses from leading research firms shaping billions in technology spending.
Every major retail technology investment begins with a report: the market sizing that justifies the budget, the competitive analysis that shapes the strategy, the forecast that promises the return. Understanding the research landscape isn't optional for retail executives; it's foundational. The firms publishing these reports, including Gartner, McKinsey, Forrester, CB Insights, and specialized retail analysts, shape how billions get allocated.
But not all research is created equal. Some reports recycle public data with thin analysis. Others provide genuine insight into adoption curves, vendor differentiation, and implementation realities. Knowing which is which, and understanding the assumptions underlying projections, separates informed decision-makers from those chasing hype cycles.
We aggregate and contextualize the most significant research on AI in retail: market sizing for categories from computer vision to conversational commerce, adoption benchmarks that reveal where leaders are investing, vendor assessments that cut through marketing claims, and forecasts worth taking seriously. When a report moves markets or shapes strategy, we cover it with the perspective to distinguish signal from noise.
Retail AI industry reports provide in-depth analysis of artificial intelligence adoption in commerce, covering market size, growth projections, technology trends, vendor landscapes, and ROI benchmarks from leading research firms.
The global AI in retail market is projected to reach $85 billion by 2032, growing at approximately 31.8% CAGR. Key segments include personalization, inventory optimization, and customer service automation.
Leading firms include Gartner, McKinsey, Forrester, IDC, Deloitte, and CB Insights. They publish regular analyses on AI adoption rates, technology trends, and strategic recommendations for retailers.