Gartner Expert

Tom Nolan

Principal Analyst

Tom Nolan is an analyst within the Gartner CIO Research Group's Retail Industry Services team. He advises Tier 1 Multi-channel Retailers on current trends for unified retail commerce, retail media networks and technology platforms, trends within convenience retailing, how retailers can optimize their returns management processes and the impacts of inflation and recession within the Retail industry.

Previous experience

Previously, Tom worked as a Principal in the Gartner Research Engagement Services (RES) team and was aligned to helping CIO clients with their inquiry requests to match them to the correct expert and Gartner resources.

Prior to Gartner, Tom spent 5 years working in the recruitment industry.

Professional background

CA Recruitment, Senior Resourcer, 2 years

Gartner, Principal, Research Engagement Services, 6 years

HW Recruitment, Graduate Recruitment Resourcer, 3 years

Areas of coverage
  • Retail Industry Technology Insights

  • Industry Product Planning and Strategy (Retired)

Education

Kingston University London, BA (Hons) Business with Law

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Top Issues That I Help Clients Address

01

What Trends are Impacting the Retail Industry?

02

How can I improve my returns management process?

03

What are the main trends and considerations within convenience retailing?

04

What are Retail Media Networks and Tech Platforms?

05

As a vendor, how do I understand retail buyers and buying behavior?