As consumer demand continues to evolve, Walmart believes technology will play an increasingly important role in maintaining product availability while improving productivity. For Walmart, maintaining an efficient supply chain is critical. Walmart continues to work on reducing emissions throughout its supply chain while improving energy efficiency in stores and distribution centres. For Walmart, continued investment in automation represents more than simply upgrading warehouses. It reflects a long-term strategy to build a faster, smarter and more resilient supply chain capable of supporting both traditional supermarket shopping and the rapidly growing demand for online grocery services.