Edited, a London, UK-based provider of an innovative AI-driven merchandising experience platform, has successfully raised a substantial sum of $15 million in a recent funding round. This investment round was spearheaded by Delta-v Capital, with significant participation from Wavecrest Growth Partners, as well as key contributions from investor groups such as Beringea LLC and Hermes GPE. The capital acquired during this round will be strategically utilized to propel product development initiatives, foster new partnerships, and explore targeted mergers and acquisitions that will enhance the company's value proposition for its clientele.
Under the leadership of CEO Doug Kofoid, Edited has carved out a niche in the field of Retail Intelligence.
The company employs cutting-edge AI-driven Market and Enterprise Intelligence to help retailers optimize their operations, thereby boosting their profit margins, increasing sales, and driving impactful outcomes. Notably, prominent brands such as Columbia and Inditex rely on Edited's platform to facilitate data-backed decision-making, transforming insights into actionable strategies that enhance their overall performance in the market.
In light of this funding announcement, Doug Kofoid emphasized the urgent need for retailers to adapt to the fast-paced retail environment, stating, “Retailers need to be able to make faster, more surgical decisions, with higher levels of predictability and confidence." He expressed optimism about the future capabilities of Edited's platform, noting that the newly acquired funds will play a crucial role in further developing the platform. This advancement will empower merchandisers with powerful insights driven by machine learning, ultimately allowing them to significantly enhance the customer experience and achieve better business outcomes.
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