Summary
Walmart is using automation and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency, which has helped their recent financial success. This technology is also causing changes in the U.S. workforce, including job cuts in various companies, though Walmart expects the number of its employees to stay about the same over the next three years. Walmart plans to use AI in many areas like software development and supply chain management to enhance their operations.
Key Facts
- Walmart reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue, partly due to automation.
- Over half of Walmart’s order volume from fulfillment centers now comes from automation.
- Walmart expects its global staff numbers to remain around 2.1 million in the next three years.
- Walmart is using AI in many areas, including software development and logistics.
- U.S. employers announced over 153,000 job cuts in October 2025, a large increase from the previous year.
- The use of AI and automation has contributed to significant job cuts by companies like Amazon and Chegg.
- Walmart aims to prepare its employees for a changing work environment due to technological advancements.
- AI is driving efficiency and cost management at Walmart, according to their CFO.
