Walmart is the largest retailer in the world, operating over 7,300 stores globally. It focuses on efficient procurement, distribution, and inventory management to offer low prices to customers. Walmart collects point-of-sale data from stores daily and shares it with suppliers to better match inventory to demand and reduce costs throughout the supply chain. Key to its success is strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees as well as low transportation costs through its private fleet.

1. Sam’s Clubs SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. a presentation by Group D