CNA938 Rewind - Will leaning on tech and AI create an in-store experiential shopping experience?
In the past two years, Enterprise Singapore has engaged over 20 firms, supporting five of them on experiential retail ideas like interactive dining and tech-powered stores. Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin learn more from Jeannie Lim, Assistant Managing Director, Services and Growth Enterprises, Enterprise Singapore.
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