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Walmart overhauls supply chain with ambient IoT tech

· Source: retail-systems.com

In short

Walmart is implementing ambient IoT technology in what it describes as the first large-scale deployment in retail, using battery-free Bluetooth sensors and AI systems to track pallets. The technology aims to enhance supply chain efficiency, inventory accuracy, and cold chain compliance while providing real-time inventory visibility. The rollout currently covers 500 locations with plans for national expansion in 2026 across 4,600 stores and distribution centers.

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Tags: IoT, inventory, tracking, automation, supply-chain, visibility

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