Kenvue Announces 5-Yr Collaboration With Microsoft To Transform Digital Operations Through Advanced AI Technologies

Kenvue Inc. (NYSE: KVUE), maker of consumer health products like Tylenol®, Neutrogena® and Listerine®, today announced a five-year collaboration with Microsoft which aims to establish a strong foundation for transforming digital operations through advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. These technologies include machine-enabled collaboration, predictive analytics, smart agents, digital twins, and generative AI. By advancing predictive and AI-assisted capabilities, Kenvue aims to set new standards for innovation across commercial, operations, and technology practices ultimately delivering enhanced consumer experiences, increased productivity, and sustained growth.

Over the next five years, Kenvue will scale its use of Microsoft Azure to capitalize on its wide range of services including data analytics and AI. The integration of Azure services will enhance predictive capabilities and human-machine collaboration. In addition, Kenvue aims to drive innovation, refine go-to-market strategies, enhance customer experiences, and optimize commercial operations to put the power of everyday care into the hands of consumers around the world.

Harnessing real-time algorithmic capabilities and AI / generative AI-powered solutions, Kenvue's move to Azure will allow Kenvue to:

• Accelerate product development, enhance formulations, and optimize clinical research data helping ensure consumers have access to the most advanced health solutions;
• Advance data-driven go-to-market strategies, personalizing consumer experiences, tailoring product recommendations, and enhancing omnichannel engagement;
• Deepen customer collaboration and enhance retail excellence and visibility through algorithmic selling supported by advanced forecasting and intelligent automation to improve inventory management and reduce waste; and
• Further optimize business processes, drive efficiencies in hopes of unlocking new growth opportunities, and adopt new and emerging platforms.