The luxury segment is an indicator for the entire market. When they start saving there, it is a signal: it is time to review operations. Kering’s optimization methods are applicable from e-commerce to manufacturing.
Remove expensive manual operations and accelerate the deal cycle. Priority: inventory management, demand forecasting, preparation of commercial proposals, warehouse logistics.
Three directions: SaaS for inventory management ($500–$5,000/month), cost reduction consulting ($15,000–$50,000 per project), process automation for suppliers of premium brands.
The main risk is dependence on luxury companies’ budgets: when sales fall, external services are the first to be cut. There are also high quality requirements and competition with large platforms.
Compile a list of 20 companies in the luxury segment, study their public reporting, identify 3-5 specific pains, formulate an MVP offer, create a one-page website, and conduct 10 calls with potential clients.