Walmart makes inclusive shopping move with introduction of Caroline’s Carts across Arizona stores — Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Caroline’s Carts are designed for caregivers supporting a wide array of people including those with disabilities, children, seniors and people with limited mobility or injuries. The seat has a capacity to hold 35-250 pounds.
Walmart plans to equip all Supercenters with two Caroline’s Carts and all Neighborhood Markets with at least one, totalling about 8,000 carts across the US. All stores are set to be equipped with the carts by early 2025.
2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS
Physical stores are a key focus area for the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards, which is now open for entries.
The awards, sponsored by CADS, 3D Cloud, Retail Technology Show 2025, and Business France, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.
It’s free to enter and you can do so across multiple categories.
Key 2024 dates
Friday, 25th October: Award entry deadline
Tuesday, 29th October: 2024 shortlist revealed
30th October-6th November: Judging days
Thursday, 21st November: Winners announced at the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards ceremony, to be held at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London.
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