Decathlon bets on India as global AI, sourcing and supply chain engine in next phase

Global CEO Javier Lopez says India is a cornerstone of Decathlon's future strategy, doubling as a sourcing hub and technology, AI and supply chain engine as the retailer pivots to a demand-driven, AI-led wellbeing model across its 100,000-strong workforce.

— Filed Fri, 17 Jul, 2026, 09:56 IST · Source ET Retail · Updated

Decathlon's Global CEO Javier Lopez says India is a cornerstone of its future global strategy, serving as a sourcing hub plus technology, AI and supply chain engine as the retailer pivots to a demand-driven, AI-led wellbeing model.

Why this matters

Decathlon's India bet signals a shift from India as a retail market to a strategic engine for sourcing, AI and supply chain, aligning with its move to a demand-driven, AI-led operating model.

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