Consumer

Competing at the convergence of digital and physical.

Digitally enabled. Customer obsessed. Operationally agile:

In an industry where customer expectations change in real time and operational complexity grows by the day, retailers and leisure operators are under immense pressure to remain agile, scalable, and relentlessly customer focused. From omnichannel logistics to intelligent personalisation, digital transformation is no longer optional, it’s essential.

As AI and intelligent automation reshape customer experience, supply chains and workforce models, success in Retail and Leisure now hinges on embedding technology where it matters most – at the heart of the business model.

51%

of UK retail leaders identify AI as the top technology to unlock growth in 2025.

50%

of UK retail revenue now stems from digital channels.

$1.56bn

USD, that's the value of the UK Retail Automation Market in 2023, projected to reach USD 2.55 billion by 2030.

Opportunities in the Industry

Consumer businesses are operating at the convergence of digital and physical. The ability to deliver seamless, personalised experiences while managing cost and operational agility has become a defining competitive advantage.

The next phase of industry transformation is being driven by Intelligent Automation (IA), integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation across key areas of operation. From predictive inventory planning and dynamic pricing to AI-powered customer insights and automated fraud detection, IA enables businesses to operate in real time, at scale.

Digital workers now support human teams by managing the mundane – processing orders, analysing customer data, updating systems, freeing up employees to focus on strategy, service, and innovation. This shift not only improves margin and resilience but creates the platform for delivering truly differentiated customer experiences.

What sets leaders apart is the ability to embed these technologies into the heart of their operating model, not just as add-ons to existing workflows, but as catalysts for new value creation. Whether it’s intelligent agents streamlining customer support, AI surfacing product trends in real time, or automation accelerating time-to-serve, the opportunity is not just efficiency, it’s growth.

For consumer businesses, this is no longer optional. As AI-native competitors emerge and customer expectations continue to evolve, success will depend on how well organisations can adapt, automate and act with intelligence.

Opportunities in the Industry

Consumer businesses are operating at the convergence of digital and physical. The ability to deliver seamless, personalised experiences while managing cost and operational agility has become a defining competitive advantage.

The next phase of industry transformation is being driven by Intelligent Automation (IA), integrating artificial intelligence, machine learning and automation across key areas of operation. From predictive inventory planning and dynamic pricing to AI-powered customer insights and automated fraud detection, IA enables businesses to operate in real time, at scale.

Digital workers now support human teams by managing the mundane – processing orders, analysing customer data, updating systems, freeing up employees to focus on strategy, service, and innovation. This shift not only improves margin and resilience but creates the platform for delivering truly differentiated customer experiences.

What sets leaders apart is the ability to embed these technologies into the heart of their operating model, not just as add-ons to existing workflows, but as catalysts for new value creation. Whether it’s intelligent agents streamlining customer support, AI surfacing product trends in real time, or automation accelerating time-to-serve, the opportunity is not just efficiency, it’s growth.

For consumer businesses, this is no longer optional. As AI-native competitors emerge and customer expectations continue to evolve, success will depend on how well organisations can adapt, automate and act with intelligence.

Typical Industry Challenges We Solve

Rising Customer Expectations:

Consumers now expect frictionless, personalised experiences across every channel, meeting these expectations requires rapid digital enablement and operational agility.

Legacy Infrastructure:

Outdated core systems prevent scalability and slow down the adoption of new technologies like AI and automation.

Margin Pressure:

Inflation, wage increases, and supply chain volatility continue to compress margins, demanding more intelligent cost optimisation strategies.

Inventory & Supply Chain Disruption:

Volatile demand patterns and global instability have exposed the fragility of traditional planning and sourcing models.

Omnichannel Complexity:

Seamlessly integrating physical stores, eCommerce, mobile and partner platforms remains a logistical and technological challenge for many retailers.

Fragmented Data & Insights:

Siloed systems and inconsistent data flows make it difficult to generate timely, actionable insights to guide decision-making.

Workforce Volatility:

High staff turnover and recruitment pressures in frontline and support functions require smarter workforce planning and automation support.

Sustainability & ESG Demands:

Retailers face growing regulatory and consumer pressure to deliver sustainable operations, requiring greater transparency and digital traceability.

Brand Differentiation in Saturated Markets:

Standing out in crowded markets is harder than ever, success depends on the ability to innovate quickly and deliver distinctive, relevant experiences at scale.

Our Expertise in the Sector​

We help consumer organisations transform from reactive operators into agile, insight-led enterprises. Our work spans the full digital transformation lifecycle, enabling companies to embed scalable change, unlock trapped value, and build operational resilience.

At the core of our approach is business-led transformation powered by data, process, people and technology. We begin with robust digital strategy, aligning transformation goals with commercial priorities to ensure every initiative drives measurable business outcomes.

Intelligent Automation and AI sit at the heart of modern retail enablement. From streamlining back-office tasks to enhancing customer-facing experiences, we design and deliver digital workers that reduce manual effort, increase speed and accuracy, and free up teams to focus on service and innovation.

Our data analytics services surface actionable insights from complex data landscapes, while our enterprise systems and custom solution development capabilities ensure core operations are integrated, scalable and future-ready. Whether it’s reengineering ERP, building AI-enabled tools, or connecting data across platforms, we deliver solutions with speed, structure, and a sharp focus on ROI.

Change management underpins all of our programmes. We work with your teams to embed new ways of working, ensuring adoption, alignment, and long-term success. Combined with our managed support, clients benefit from sustainable transformation that doesn’t just fix symptoms, it builds a foundation for long-term growth and competitive advantage.

Our Expertise in the Sector

We help consumer organisations transform from reactive operators into agile, insight-led enterprises. Our work spans the full digital transformation lifecycle, enabling companies to embed scalable change, unlock trapped value, and build operational resilience.

At the core of our approach is business-led transformation powered by data, process, people and technology. We begin with robust digital strategy, aligning transformation goals with commercial priorities to ensure every initiative drives measurable business outcomes.

Intelligent Automation and AI sit at the heart of modern retail enablement. From streamlining back-office tasks to enhancing customer-facing experiences, we design and deliver digital workers that reduce manual effort, increase speed and accuracy, and free up teams to focus on service and innovation.

Our data analytics services surface actionable insights from complex data landscapes, while our enterprise systems and custom solution development capabilities ensure core operations are integrated, scalable and future-ready. Whether it’s reengineering ERP, building AI-enabled tools, or connecting data across platforms, we deliver solutions with speed, structure, and a sharp focus on ROI.

Change management underpins all of our programmes. We work with your teams to embed new ways of working, ensuring adoption, alignment, and long-term success. Combined with our managed support, clients benefit from sustainable transformation that doesn’t just fix symptoms, it builds a foundation for long-term growth and competitive advantage.

client stories

From Manual Processing to Intelligent Retail Ops

A UK-based multi-site retail group was facing mounting inefficiencies across inventory management and store operations. With siloed systems and manual processes, operational costs were climbing and customer satisfaction was slipping.

Panamoure led a transformation programme embedding intelligent automation across inventory, pricing and workforce scheduling. AI models were deployed to forecast demand and optimise replenishment, while digital workers were introduced to automate key back-office tasks.

The business achieved a 35% reduction in out-of-stock incidents, reduced manual processing time by 50% and freed up over 1,200 hours per month in store admin. Customer satisfaction scores increased and the business gained the agility to scale its digital ambitions.

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Partner

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