# Cloud-Based Fresh Produce Replenishments Australian Grocer Coles Joined with AI Relex Solutions By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-05-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relex-solutions References: [zdnet](https://www.zdnet.com/article/coles-automates-fresh-produce-replenishment-process-with-cloud-ai-based-platform/) Coles, the Australian supermarket giant, strikes a deal with [Relex Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instore-customer-journeys) to implement a [cloud-based artificial intelligence platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/symphonyai) to revolutionize fresh produce stock replenishment. The retailer will interweave the AI technology with its existing in-house analytics forecasting solution. Relex Solutions is set to install across more than 850 supermarkets nationally and seven fresh product distribution centers. The goal is not only to automate the produce replenishment process and [reduce food waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-of-england-co-op), but also to improve stock order forecasts through various factors such as weather, past purchases, and local community events. Other notable benefits from the AI-based replenishment system include fresher products, improved customer experiences through targeted ranges, improved availability, and simpler processes for Coles' team members. Image Credit: Shutter Stock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cloud-based Replenishment:** Opportunity for other retail sectors to automate stock replenishment process and reduce waste using cloud-based AI systems. - **AI Forecasting Solutions:** Emerging trend for supermarkets to interweave AI technology with existing in-house analytics to improve stock order forecasts for fresh produce. - **Improved Customer Experiences:** Increased focus on providing fresher products and targeted ranges to improve customer satisfaction. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retail:** Opportunity for other retailers to adopt AI-based replenishment systems to improve stock order forecasts, reduce food waste, and enhance customer experiences. - **Agriculture:** Opportunity for agriculture industry to leverage AI forecasting solutions to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, and increase profitability. - **Logistics:** Opportunity for logistics industry to integrate AI-based replenishment systems into their operations to optimize supply chain processes and reduce waste. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instore-customer-journeys.md) - [AI-Powered Grocery Store Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inventory-management-platform.md) - [AI-Powered Retail Inventory Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afresh-technologies.md) - [Upgraded AI-Powered Grocer Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-insight.md) - [Perishable Food Management Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-store-suite.md) - [AI-Driven Inventory Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relex-mobile-pro.md) - [Freshness-Focused Perishable Goods Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/data-analytics-platform.md) - [Expiration Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-of-england-co-op.md) - [AI-Assisted Aisles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantaloupe-smart-aisle.md)