What: Co-op to purchase a tech developed by Walmart

Why it is important: many department stores could sell their in-house tech to other players and generate additional revenue. This is Boyner’s plan, for instance.

Co-op is set to enhance its quick commerce capabilities by adopting Walmart Commerce Technologies’ online fulfillment solution, Store Assist. This app consolidates management of various types of orders—pick-up, third-party marketplace, ship-from-store, and last-mile delivery—into a single platform. This integration simplifies the workflow for Co-op, eliminating the need for staff to alternate between different quick commerce apps or devices, thereby speeding up delivery times. The technology emphasizes user-friendliness, scalability, and customization, particularly tailored to the intricate needs of grocery fulfillment. Store Assist is already utilized in Walmart stores and will now support Co-op's goal to secure over a third of the quick commerce market share. This move aims to boost the company's market presence through its online shop and partnerships, focusing on convenience, speed, and accessibility from their community-centered local stores.

Co-op to use Walmart’s Store Assist tech for online grocery growth