Doug McMillon

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Last mentioned: Feb 25, 2026

Timeline

  1. Efficiency Realization

    Expected reduction in CapEx and realization of long-term operational savings.

  2. International Scaling

    Exporting the automation blueprint to international markets including Mexico and Canada.

  3. U.S. Network Rollout

    Full-scale deployment of automation technology across the domestic RDC network.

  4. Peak Spending Announcement

    CEO Doug McMillon confirms supply chain spending will peak over the next two years.

  5. Initial Pilot Phase

    Walmart tests robotics and AI-driven sorting in select regional distribution centers.

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Walmart Supply Chain Spending to Peak by 2028 Amid Global Automation Push

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announced that capital expenditure on supply chain automation will reach its peak over the next two years. The retail giant is aggressively retrofitting its regional distribution centers and scaling these technological advancements across its international markets to drive long-term efficiency.

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