Some of these include exciting additions like technological innovations and expanded delivery services.
However, among the many changes hitting stores are also some closures.
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Here are nine major changes you will see at Walmart this year.
According toUSA Today, the digital shelf labels are currently in 63 Walmart stores, with 32 in Texas.
This helps simplify stock replenishment.
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These associates wear cameras on their vests, which record the entire delivery.
Expanded drone delivery
In 2021, Walmart began testingdrone deliveryin just three northwest Arkansas locations.
Walmart’s new shopping assistant is here to help.
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But it’s not an actual human.
Going forward, the tool will evolve to include more advanced features and capabilities like answering specific follow-up questions.
Walmart plans to offer this shopping assistant on both the Walmart app and website in the future.
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This product line includes 300 items that range in price from $2 to $15.
Most products cost less than $5.
This new selection is designed to offer unique, chef-inspired ingredients at a low price.
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The products are grouped into three categories: Culinary Experiences, Plant-Based, and Made Without.
The rollout of Bettergoods was Walmart’s largest private-brand food launch in 20 years.
It was also the fastest food brand the retailer has brought to market.
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Store closures
Walmart made headlines throughout 2023 aftershuttering 22 stores.
This year, the retailer is continuing to say goodbye to more locations.
Business Insiderreported that Walmart has announced 11 closures since 2024 began.
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The closures were attributed to financial underperformance.
A Walmart spokesperson toldWANF-TVthat these stores failed to meet financial expectations.
Going forward, Walmart customers will still have access to the retailer’s pharmacies and vision centers.
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Meanwhile, Walmart+ members can select this service for free.
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