Artificial Intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere at the moment, especially with tools like ChatGPT and Dall-E taking the creative world by storm. However, the visual merchandising space hasn’t escaped AI. Can AI be an aid within the visual merchandising industry, and if so – how? In this article, we will explore the ways in which artificial intelligence can be used to optimise visual merchandising strategies.
Make data based decisions
No one likes trawling through seemingly endless amounts of data. AI tools can analyse vast amounts of customer data and identify patterns and trends which can provide valuable insights into consumer behaviour.
Finding these patterns allows visual merchandisers to curate engaging displays that highlight particular products in order to encourage sales. As well as this, AI-powered analytics can determine prime product placements and even predict future trends that can give companies an edge against their competition.
Seamless multi-channel experiences
Artificial Intelligence tools allow your visual merchandising design and techniques to be integrated and synchronised across a range of different channels, including physical stores, e-commerce websites, social media platforms and mobile apps.
Algorithms play a pivotal role in keeping a consistent brand identity across these channels, strategically positioning products and harmonising messages throughout. This ensures a seamless customer journey, regardless of where they are shopping. This consistency allows for greater brand recognition and customer loyalty, therefore increasing sales.
Targeted marketing
Have you ever been scrolling a website and saw an advert for something that you added to your basket on a different site? That is targeted marketing, and it is another – less obvious – form of visual merchandising.
Once you have determined any patterns in your data, AI can assist in personalisation and targeted marketing – especially digitally. AI algorithms have the ability to dynamically change visual merchandising approaches in real-time, ensuring that consumers are exposed to relevant products and offers that align with their individual preferences and purchasing history.
Virtual reality and visual merchandising
AI-driven advancements like virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are catalysing a shift in customer-product interactions. By harnessing these technologies, visual merchandisers gain the ability to craft immersive and interactive experiences for their customers.
These algorithms allow customers to see how products will fit into their lives, before they purchase them. This technology also helps brands show off a wide variety of products, even in limited spaces, giving customers a special and personalised shopping experience.
AI can even test out different design ideas before they’re actually used, helping brands make sure that their visual setups are amazing!
How Proportion London can help
At Proportion London, we have completely immersed ourselves in the world of visual merchandising. We help our customers in retail and museum spaces to create engaging displays and exhibitions using our products and expertise, and even the help of artificial intelligence.
Our product range includes a variety of mannequins for purchase or hire, tailored to your specific needs. Reach out to us today to discuss your requirements and uncover how we can help you bring your vision to life.
