Walmart is deploying autonomous forklifts in high-tech distribution centers

Walmart – the largest private employer in the U.S. – is deploying 19 autonomous forklifts across four high-technology distribution centers, in a move aimed at evaluating the impact on both associates and operational efficiency. It's another example of the retail giant ramping up its investment in artificial intelligence technology to keep a competitive edge over rivals. Associates previously have operated FoxBot autonomous forklifts, designed to fully automate the warehouse loading dock at the Brooksville, ...