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Southern Co-op uses AI solution to prevent millions of meals entering landfill

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Southern Co-op has leveraged WasteInsight, a product from provider of in-store execution software Retail Insight, to reduce food waste while optimising sell-through and margin. Southern Co-op said it is looking to build a ‘waste-free future’ by reducing the environmental impact of its operations. The retailer…

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