This State Is Getting 28 Newly Remodeled Walmart Locations That Will Look Drastically Different — Eat This Not That

By Ghuman

Introduction

Walmart is one of the most popular retail stores in the United States, and it’s about to get even better. The retail giant is investing in 28 newly remodeled locations across the country, and they will look drastically different than the traditional Walmart stores. These new stores will feature a variety of new features, including a focus on healthier food options, more organic products, and a greater emphasis on customer service. In this article, we’ll take a look at what these new Walmart locations will offer and how they will benefit customers. We’ll also provide some tips on how to make the most of your shopping experience at these new stores. So, if you’re looking for a healthier, more enjoyable shopping experience, read on to find out what Walmart has in store for you.

This State Is Getting 28 Newly Remodeled Walmart Locations That Will Look Drastically Different

Walmart is rolling out a major remodeling project in one state that will drastically change the look of 28 of its locations. The retail giant is investing $86 million in the project, which will include new features like self-checkout kiosks, expanded grocery sections, and updated décor.

The state in question is Texas, and the remodeling project is expected to be completed by the end of 2021. The 28 locations that will be remodeled are spread across the state, from El Paso to Houston.

The remodeled stores will feature a modernized look, with bright colors and updated fixtures. The self-checkout kiosks will allow customers to quickly and easily check out their items, while the expanded grocery sections will offer a wider selection of fresh produce, meats, and other items.

Walmart is also investing in technology to make the shopping experience more efficient. Customers will be able to use their smartphones to scan items and pay for them without having to wait in line. The stores will also feature digital signage that will provide customers with information about sales and other promotions.

Walmart is hoping that the remodeling project will help it compete with other retailers in the area. The company is also hoping that the updated stores will attract more customers and help it increase its market share.

It remains to be seen how successful the remodeling project will be, but it’s clear that Walmart is investing heavily in its stores in Texas. The company is hoping that the changes will help it remain competitive in the state and attract more customers.

Walmart’s 1,000-store redesign is well underway and as part of the upgrades, a new batch of stores will get a complete makeover. But it comes at a pretty high cost. 

The latest revamps are for 28 stores in Wisconsin, with a $150 million price tag, according to The Appleton Post-Crescent. The news comes a few months after Walmart announced plans to invest almost $55 million in 12 stores in Virginia this year and completed a revamp in Albuquerque, N.M.

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While the remodels may look slightly different from store to store, the new Walmarts will feature a mobile app to help guide customers in the store, digital displays with interactive elements like QR codes, new self-checkout kiosks, and new bolder signage. The store’s general layout also has a more user-friendly design, which customers have reported as making them easier to navigate.

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The first store to open was Walmart’s “incubator” location, which is in Springdale, Ark, and was unveiled in January as part of the initial launch of the renovation plan. The premier store was dubbed “Time Well Spent,” and encompasses how Walmart envisions the remodels to improve customers’ experiences when shopping. 

The Wisconsin plan also includes supercenters in the areas of Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, and Sheboygan. A few, including the Appleton location and ten others, are already hosting their re-opening ceremonies—indicating Walmart isn’t dragging its feet on the redesign plan.

However, even if your store hasn’t been selected for a remodel yet, you might want to swing by your local Walmart. Right now the deals are better than ever as there’s significant excess in surplus of merchandise that it’s trying to get rid of. Currently, the CEO of its U.S. division, John Furner, said that there was about 20% of inventory that “if you could just wish [it] away and make it disappear, you would.”

Amber Lake

Amber Lake is a staff writer at Eat This, Not That! and has a degree in journalism from UNF in Jacksonville, Florida. Read more