Logistics — it’s how we get our products from the manufacturer to our store shelves. It’s the heart of the Walmart operation. We move millions of products to customers each day of the year. And, we’re using the latest environmentally-sustainable practices in the process.
We have one of the largest private distribution operations in the world. We have more than 40 Regional Distribution Centers. Each one is over 1 million square feet in size. They operate 24/7 to keep our fleet of tractors and trailers rolling. Inside each DC, more than five miles of conveyor belt move over 9,000 different lines of merchandise. Each DC supports between 75 and 100 stores within a 250-mile radius.
There are also distribution centers for specific product categories such as grocery, jewelry, pharmacy, apparel/shoes, and for Sam’s Club. The DotCom Distribution Centers, which support the Walmart.com online operation and the Site-to-Store program, is the fastest growing segment of our distribution network.
Walmart Heart
Walmart Heart is a volunteer program that a Walmart truck driver started to help people with chronic medical conditions. Drivers make individuals “honorary Walmart drivers,” visit their homes and give them the ride of a lifetime in a Walmart truck.
Celebrating Our Truck Drivers
We have the best truck drivers in the country and they play a big part in our company’s success.