1、The Future of CommerceR E P O R TThe Future of CommerceContentsIntroduction3Plug and Play:Pioneering Innovation Globally42024:Overview&Key Drivers of VC Investments in Brand&Retail82025:Overview of the Key Trends Shaping the Future in Brand&Retail11Retail Trends14New Ways of Shopping:Social Commerce

2、&AI Shopping Agents Transforming Retail14Building Next-Gen Supply Chains in Fashion22Resale Sector:Navigating Profitability&Seamlessness31Beyond the Checkout:Post-Purchase Innovation40Transforming Customer Data Analytics&Insights50In-Store Retail:Revolutionizing Security,Efficiency,&Customer Experie

3、nce59The Future of CommercePlug and Plays journey began with the launch of our Brand&Retail vertical,making commerce technology an integral part of who we are.We are proud to present our report on the future of commerce in brand and retail.This report offers an in-depth look at the trends,technologi

4、es,and strategies transforming how businesses connect with consumers.It focuses on six key topics,each exploring innovative advancements,promising startups,impactful case studies,and insights from industry leaders to define the next chapter of commerce.IntroductionOur report is divided into four sec

5、tions:1.Introduction to Plug and Play 2.2024:Overview&Key Drivers of VC Investments in Brand&Retail 3.2025:Overview of the Key Trends Shaping the Future in Brand&Retail 4.Retail Trends New Ways of Shopping:How Social Commerce&AI Shopping Agents are Transforming Retail Building Next-Gen Supply Chains

6、 in Fashion Resale Sector:Navigating Profitability&Seamlessness Beyond the Checkout:Post-Purchase Innovation Transforming Customer Data Analytics&Insights In-Store Retail:Revolutionizing Security,Efficiency,&Customer ExperienceThe Future of CommercePlug and Play is a leading venture capital firm hea