Walmart beefs up automated grocery distribution network

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The retail giant is opening five new high-tech perishable sorting and packaging centers, while upgrading four others and retrofitting another.

A pallet of boxes is wrapped for shipping at one of Walmart's automated distribution centers.

Beyond distribution, Walmart has also incorporated automation upgrades into other links of its supply chain.

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Author / Journalist: Philip Neuffer

Category: Business

Markets: United States

Topics: Storage Walmart Centers Automation Automated Distribution High-tech Facilities Supply Company Center

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Published On: 2024-07-11 @ 15:55:00 (5 days ago)

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News Source URL: retaildive.com

Language: English

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