M&S has renewed its partnership with in-store execution software provider Retail Insight for another three years, continuing its commitment to reduce food waste.

The collaboration, which began in 2021, makes use of Retail Insight’s AI-powered solution to put dynamic markdowns in place, effectively reducing waste while supporting sell-through in the upmarket retailer’s stores.

The retailer’s sustainability efforts are guided by its Plan A programme, launched in 2007 and reset in 2021 with new goals, including becoming net zero across all operations by 2040.

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M&S head of product for store operations Chris Thomas said: “Our collaboration with Retail Insight over the past three years has been incredibly impactful.

“The WasteInsight solution has delivered significant waste reduction benefits over the past three years, as well as improving overall operational efficiency. We look forward to continuing to work with the Retail Insight team to help us meet our net zero targets.”

Retail Insight VP customer success EMEA Kieran O’Brien said: “We are excited to extend our partnership with Marks & Spencer and we’re proud of the strong relationship we have built with the retailer as part of our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that drive success.

“Our close working relationship has been pivotal in enabling success and we will continue drive down waste and enhance efficiency across its stores.”