Walmart, the US multinational retailer, recently announced that it plans to eliminate more than 2,000 jobs at five of its e-commerce warehousing and distribution centers in the United States. The move is part of a broader effort by the company to automate and improve the efficiency of its operations.
The largest number of layoffs will occur at a Texas distribution center, where more than 1,000 workers will lose their jobs. In addition, staff will be cut at distribution centers in Pennsylvania, Florida, New Jersey, and California.
However, Walmart has indicated that affected employees will have the opportunity to apply for other jobs within the company. According to the company, the total number of employees will not decrease due to this move.
This decision by Walmart reflects the growing trend of companies adopting advanced technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The retail sector in particular has been experimenting with automation in recent years, and e-commerce has further accelerated this process.
Walmart, as one of the world’s largest companies in the retail sector, is looking for ways to stay competitive in an increasingly challenging market. The company has been investing in technologies such as robots, drones, and autonomous vehicles to improve efficiency in its distribution centers and enhance the customer experience.