Walmart tests delivery of online packages by store workers

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  1. dealmaker

    dealmaker

    Walmart tests delivery of online packages by store workers
    Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is testing a program that allows store workers to deliver packages ordered on the store's website after they finish their shifts, as the retailer looks for ways to close the gap with rival Amazon.com Inc. Marc Lore, head of Wal-Mart's e-commerce operations, said in a blog postThursdaythe step willcut shipping costs, speed the delivery of packages and allow workers to earn additional compensation.(U.S. Fashion Network)
     
  2. java

    java

    Hello sweetheart, when you getting off? Mind delivering this to my house? Bring some wine. They'll be something in it for you.
     
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  4. just21

    just21

    Why is it going to take 24 hours to deliver surely this could be same day?
     
  5. Cuddles

    Cuddles

    It might be funny but I've found Walmart's online catalog 2nd only to Amazon and maybe ebay. The only drawback was having to go to the store to pick up.
     
  6. dealmaker

    dealmaker

    Walmart to rely on Nvidia chips in pivot away from Amazon
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