o9 Partners With JD Sports Fashion to Optimize Assortment Planning for Scalable Growth DALLAS—(BUSINESS WIRE)—o9, a premier provider of AI-driven enterprise software for planning and decision-making, has announced a strategic partnership with JD Sports Fashion to revolutionize its Assortment Planning processes. JD Sports Fashion, a well-known UK-based global omnichannel retailer, operates over 970 stores throughout Europe. As the company plans for future expansion, it aims to boost operational efficiency and scale best practices across its various channels. The collaboration between JD Sports Fashion and o9 is centered on enhancing the retailer’s ability to plan and manage its product offerings in a data-driven, automated, and agile manner. o9’s flexible and scalable AI platform will be deployed across multiple JD Sports Fashion brands, including Size? and HIP, with the objective of optimizing inventory management, minimizing markdowns, and improving store profitability. "In an increasingly dynamic business landscape, creating a nimble customer offering that meets local demands and is delivered efficiently is crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage," stated Wim van Aalst, Chief Supply Chain Officer of JD Sports Fashion. "We are excited to partner with o9, a company that deeply understands our business model and unique requirements, to elevate our Assortment Planning capabilities." Chakri Gottemukkala, Co-Founder and CEO of o9, added, "As retailers strive to build resilience against potential risks and capitalize on new opportunities, we are thrilled to support JD Sports Fashion. Our platform will help them become more agile and efficient, facilitating their global growth and ensuring long-term success." o9’s platform integrates a range of advanced technologies, such as graph-based enterprise modeling, big data analytics, and sophisticated algorithms for scenario planning. These tools, combined with user-friendly interfaces and cloud-based delivery, are designed to accelerate and refine any planning process, from forecasting demand to aligning supply chains and optimizing commercial strategies. For more information, visit www.o9solutions.com. About o9 o9 Solutions is a leading AI-powered platform dedicated to integrated business planning and decision-making. The company's digital solutions enable enterprises to make faster, smarter decisions by streamlining processes like demand forecasting, supply chain alignment, and commercial optimization. o9 leverages cutting-edge technologies, including graph-based modeling, big data analytics, and scenario planning, all integrated into a single, cloud-delivered platform. To learn more, visit www.o9solutions.com.