Sizeo and Designer Brands Team Up for AI-Driven Inventory Optimization

Sizeo, an AI inventory optimization software company, has announced a successful partnership with Designer Brands Inc. (DBI) for smarter buying, planning, and supply chain transformation in U.S. DSW stores. DBI utilizes Sizeo's technology to enhance customer experience and support top and bottom-line growth. The collaboration brings advantages such as best-in-class size profile analytics, smart store indexing, and modern architecture that seamlessly integrates with existing workflows.

Durham, N.C., July 16, 2025 — Sizeo, a leading AI inventory optimization software company, has announced a successful partnership with Designer Brands Inc. (DBI), one of North America’s largest designers, producers, and retailers of footwear and accessories. The collaboration aims to enhance buying and planning decisions, drive top and bottom-line growth, and improve customer experience in DBI's U.S. DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse stores.

Sizeo's technology offers several benefits, including best-in-class size profile analytics, smart store indexing, and modern, scalable architecture that integrates seamlessly into existing workflows. These features support critical retail planning and supply chain transformation initiatives, enabling DBI to make more informed decisions and enhance operational efficiency.

"At Designer Brands, we’re always seeking innovative technologies that elevate the customer experience while improving our business fundamentals," said Dave Berlin, Director of Stores and Corporate Systems at Designer Brands. "Our relationship with Sizeo has never felt transactional—it's a true two-way collaboration where ideas flow in both directions."

Gray King, CEO of Sizeo, echoed Berlin's sentiments, stating, "We’re thrilled to partner with Designer Brands. DBI’s operational scale and focus on measurable results make them an ideal partner. This collaboration is more than just technology deployment. It’s a shared commitment to smarter inventory, higher margins, and better customer outcomes."

The partnership underscores Sizeo's commitment to leveraging AI and machine learning for inventory optimization, a critical aspect of modern retail operations. As the high-tech logistics market continues to grow, driven by technological advancements and increasing demand for specialized solutions, collaborations like this one are becoming increasingly important for companies seeking to stay competitive.

References:
[1] https://www.sizeo.ai
[2] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250715235742/en/