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Filipino startup Packworks leverages AI to develop a $85,000 precision marketing tool, now backed by the government, for sari-sari stores

Good news for sari-sari stores!

The Philippine government is helping a local startup called Packworks develop a new tool using smarth technology (AI) to help these small stores. This tool will give them better information about what to sell and how to run their businesses.

Here’s what the tool will do

  • Recommend popular items to sell based on customer habits.
  • Suggest promotions to attract more customers.
  • Help manage inventory to avoid stockouts.

Overall, this project aims to make sari-sari stores more successful and competitive.

Here’s some additional information you can include if you want:

  • Sari-sari stores are small neighborhood stores that sell everyday items.
  • They are a vital part of the Philippine economy.
  • The project is expected to benefit over 270,000 sari-sari stores.