Josh Silverman

Josh Silverman

Josh Silverman is senior vice president of retail and distribution at Salsify Inc., a provider of product information management and related technology applications. Prior to his time at Salsify, Josh has held analytics-oriented positions at Crisply and Zipcar, and is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania and Brandeis University.

Why Big Brands Are Embracing Direct Connections to Power the Future of Retail

Suresh Kumar, Walmart’s global chief technology officer and chief development officer, says, "We’re in a new era of retail defined by profoundly personal shopping experiences. Each shopper defines how, where and when they obtain goods, and context is key. The 'why' behind the purchase. Retailers must predict shoppers’ needs, reduce decision-making, and enable highly personal…