Southern Co-op implements AI-based assortment and space

Southern Co-op, an independent co-operative in southern England, partnered with SymphonyAI to implement AI-based assortment and space planning solutions across their nearly 400 trading outlets. By adopting SymphonyAI’s Assortment Optimization, Shelf Planning, and Floor Planning solutions, Southern Co-op achieved:

1. Customer-centric assortments for each store format
2. Improved macro- and micro-space planning
3. Streamlined new item introductions
4. Increased team productivity

Within weeks, Southern Co-op experienced significant improvements in assortment and space planning. The unified platform simplified workflows, provided deeper insights, and allowed for rapid recalculations to rebalance assortments.

The partnership led to reduced wastage, increased footfall, and a positive impact on profit-sharing with member-owners.

Download the full case study to learn how Southern Co-op transformed their retail operations with SymphonyAI’s assortment and space solutions.