Introduction
Walmart is one of the largest retailers in the world, and it’s always looking for ways to stay ahead of the competition. This fall, Walmart is making some big changes to its stores and services that will make shopping easier and more convenient for customers. From new store layouts to expanded online services, here are six changes Walmart is making ahead of fall that you should know about.
6 Changes Walmart Is Making Ahead of Fall
As the fall season approaches, Walmart is making some changes to ensure customers have a safe and enjoyable shopping experience. From new store hours to contactless payment options, here are six changes Walmart is making ahead of fall.
1. Contactless Payment Options
Walmart is now offering contactless payment options for customers who want to avoid touching payment terminals. Customers can use their smartphones to pay for their purchases using Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. Walmart is also offering contactless payment options at its self-checkout lanes.
2. Curbside Pickup
Walmart is now offering curbside pickup for customers who want to avoid entering the store. Customers can order their items online and pick them up at the store without having to leave their car. Walmart is also offering same-day delivery for customers who want their items delivered to their door.
3. New Store Hours
Walmart is now offering extended store hours to accommodate customers who may not be able to shop during regular store hours. The store is now open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays.
4. Social Distancing Measures
Walmart is taking extra precautions to ensure customers are practicing social distancing while shopping. The store has installed floor markers to help customers maintain a safe distance from each other, and has limited the number of customers allowed in the store at one time.
5. Face Masks Required
Walmart is now requiring all customers to wear face masks while shopping. Customers who do not have a face mask will be provided with one at the store entrance. Walmart is also providing face masks to its employees.
6. Increased Cleaning
Walmart is increasing its cleaning efforts to ensure the store is safe for customers. The store is now sanitizing shopping carts and baskets after each use, and is regularly disinfecting high-touch surfaces such as door handles and checkout lanes.
These are just a few of the changes Walmart is making ahead of fall. With these changes, customers can rest assured that they will have a safe and enjoyable shopping experience.
America’s largest retailer is no stranger to switching things up. Whether from the corporate side or the consumer side, Walmart has revealed a number of changes for shoppers to be aware of before the next shopping trip. Some of these changes could even result in great deals and savings.
With the transition from Summer to Fall in full swing, these company-wide changes from Walmart are piling up. We’ve gathered several changes that the retailer is implementing just in time for the new season. Keep looking to discover which changes stand out!
Walmart is ramping up delivery efforts after purchasing a fleet of Canoo Lifestyle Delivery Vehicles (LDVs). Walmart agreed to purchase at least 4,500 LDVs with the option to order up to 10,000 LDVs later on. So far the retailer has kicked off the testing stage in the Dallas Fort Worth area for its InHome delivery service, according to InsideEVs.
Canoo’s official Twitter page unveiled its newest line of delivery cars while displaying its unique rounded design. Canoo’s Chairman & CEO Tony Aquila highlighted the capabilities of the vehicles, including “refrigerated items, groceries and general merchandise – and do it efficiently, emission free.”
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Delivery service DoorDash is officially cutting ties with the retailer after a four-year partnership. Starting in September, DoorDash is ending the collaboration with Walmart due to it being “no longer mutually beneficial”. Business Insider also notes that Walmart is preparing to expand its in-house efforts after acquiring Delivery Drivers Inc. (DDI), a third-party independent contractor that supports Walmart’s delivery service Spark.
DoorDash also has its sights on big expansion, announcing a collaboration with Meta through Facebook Marketplace. According to tech news site TechCrunch, The effort includes DoorDash drivers picking up and delivering items from the platform to customers.
There’s no shortage of merchandise as stores like Walmart and Target face a mountain of extra products in stores. But back in June, Walmart president and CEO Doug McMillon said that the company is working to reduce inventory.
Employees saw the surplus firsthand, as many of them notice backrooms overflowing, and items are automatically being reordered when there’s still plenty left in stock. The retailer even canceled billions of dollars in orders to level out the inventory. The move comes after Walmart experienced an improvement in revenue gains and a drop in operating income. For shoppers, this could mean more in-store sales and deals on products.
Streaming while shopping is a new reality for Walmart+ members, as the platform recently announced that shoppers who have a membership will also receive a Paramount+ Essential Plan at no added cost. A Walmart+ membership costs $12.95 per month or $98 annually and comes with free one-day shipping and grocery delivery. This streaming perk will become available to members starting in September.
Walmart+ is also introducing yet another member incentive with its rewards program, where shoppers can earn rewards through the app or on the store’s website. Members can select the “Add Reward” feature on eligible items to accumulate rewards that could lead to savings once redeemed.
The PlayStation fandom remains strong as shoppers continue the search to get their hands on the PS5 console. Good news for Walmart+ members: they have access to the PS5 Horizon Forbidden West™ Bundle that’s in stock. Along with the PS5 itself, the bundle includes a controller and the popular Horizon Forbidden West game.
CNN reported that the bundle was listed for $549. But only a day after the sale went live, the price on Walmart’s website is over $700. It’s unclear whether this offer is exclusive to Walmart+ members or available for purchase to the general public.
Walmart has teamed up yet again with the home & kitchen line The Pioneer Woman, but this time, the face of the company Ree Drummond is gearing up to release a new line of clothing as part of Drummond’s newest fall collection. The clothing line just launched and can only be found at Walmart.
The Pioneer Woman website calls the new line “her best collection yet.” Drummond announced the news via Instagram while modeling a sample of items from the collection that includes blouses and cardigans. In response to the post, Walmart commented that it “can’t wait for everyone to fall in love with this new collection!”
Alex Perry