Which 3 retailers structured their AI governance this summer?

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This summer, Target, PVH Corp and B&M simultaneously reinforced their executive teams with the creation of dedicated AI roles. A move marking the shift from experimentation to the institutionalisation of AI, a lever for agility and growth that is now at the heart of retail management.

An article by Sophie Baqué

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17 August 2026 à 18h07

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In the USA, on August 12, 2026, U.S. grocery retailer Target (2025 revenue: US$105 billion, including 20.6% online) appointed Chandhu Nair to the newly created position of Chief AI Officer. The latter previously worked at home improvement specialist Lowe’s, where he led data and AI innovation.

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