Lojas Americanas deploys RELEX Solutions AI powered technology across Brazilian retailer's stores and distribution centres

Brazilian retail chain, Lojas Americanas, has selected RELEX Solutions to improve its planning systems with AI powered supply chain and retail planning solutions.

The technology will service the retailer's more than 1,600 stores and eight distribution centres throughout Brazil. RELEX partner, Wysupp, will support the implementation of the solution.

The project includes implementing RELEX forecasting and replenishment capabilities. Additionally, Americanas will utilise it for capacity optimisation, seasonal planning, promotions and events management, purchasing optimisation, and supply chain diagnostics.

“We aim to optimise our inventory, streamline operational costs, and automate key processes. The RELEX advanced analytics and AI powered capabilities will provide us with the insights needed to make more informed decisions, improve service levels, and enhance our overall supply chain operations,” says Osmair Luminatti, Americanas’ Commercial Vice President

“Our unified approach and ability to deliver fast time-to-value are ideal for managing complex operations efficiently,” says Carlos Victoria, Senior Vice President for the Americas at RELEX Solutions.

“By using our no code, unified solution, Americanas can seamlessly integrate and adapt their processes without the need for customisations. This will lead to significant cost reductions and operational efficiencies, allowing them to make quicker, data backed decisions and streamline their supply chain operations.”

2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Supply chain technology was a key focus area at the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards, sponsored by Vista Technology Support, Scala, CADS, 3D Cloud, Brightpearl by Sage’s Lightning 50, Business France, and Retail Technology Show 2025, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended last month’s gathering.