Venkat Raghavan, Director, Enterprise Analytics and Group Reporting Practice at Tesco Business Solutions, is a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in analytics across India, the US, and Europe. Currently heading Tesco’s Analytics Centre of Excellence (CoE), he has played a pivotal role in expanding the team from 70 to 250 decision scientists, contributing significantly to commercial growth through customer personalization, demand forecasting, and cost optimization.
Venkat has earned numerous accolades, including the prestigious 40 Under 40 award and recognition among the Top 10 Leaders in Data Science. He is also an active participant in global AI communities, sharing insights on the evolving role of data science in business transformation.
Key Topics Venkat Can Discuss:
- Driving business transformation using data science and machine learning.
- The growing importance of analytics and decision science in large-scale enterprises.
- The role of AI in customer personalization and demand forecasting.
- Strategies for building high-impact teams to lead large-scale data science transformations.
Priyadarsanie R: Driving Supply Chain Innovation at Tesco Technology
With more than 25 years of expertise, Priyadarsanie R, Engineering Director, Supply Chain, at Tesco Technology, is a key figure in global retail transformation. She has successfully implemented digitization, big data, and SOA platforms to enhance forecasting, stock management, and waste reduction.
Priya is an advocate for women in tech and leads Tesco Bengaluru’s DE&I council, focusing on diversity and mentoring women for senior leadership roles. Her efforts in digital transformation and sustainability have had a lasting impact on the retail tech industry.
Key Topics Priyadarsanie Can Discuss:
- Using AI and data analytics to optimize supply chains.
- The role of digital transformation in retail tech.
- Achieving sustainability through waste reduction in retail.
- Strategies for empowering women in tech leadership roles.
Conclusion
Both Venkat Raghavan and Priyadarsanie R bring invaluable expertise in analytics, AI, and retail transformation. Their leadership at Tesco Business Solutions and Tesco Technology continues to drive impactful advancements in customer personalization, supply chain optimization, and sustainability. Their insights provide a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of data science, decision science, and digital transformation in the retail sector.
