Walmart to rely more on automation, freelancers in the future

April 5, 2018

Walmart is testing robots in store aisles to reduce out-of-stocks while working with technology that could eliminate the need for cashiers. The company is also turning to the gig economy rather than its own employees to handle a wide variety of tasks, from product delivery to home services such as assembling furniture.

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