Walmart is ditching ZIP codes in favor of honeycomb-style maps as it looks to speed up deliveries

Walmart is ditching ZIP codes in favor of honeycomb-style maps as it looks to speed up deliveries

As honeybees have long known, hexagons can be an excellent shape for making the most of a given space.NiseriN/Getty ImagesWalmart says its use of honeycomb-style map segments is helping expand same-day delivery.More accurate maps enable the company to reach 12 million more households in the US.Walmart says nearly a third of its e-commerce orders are fulfilled in less than 3 hours.Walmart is taking a lesson from the humble honeybee in its quest t…

Walmart is Ditching ZIP Codes in Favor of Honeycomb-Style Maps As It Looks To Speed Up Deliveries

Walmart is taking a lesson from the humble honeybee in its quest to make its deliveries as fast as possible. From a report: The retail giant already boasts a formidable store count of 4,700 locations across the US, which puts it within a short drive of more than 90% of households. But in order to grow its reach without necessarily having to build new supercenters, Walmart says it has been using a relatively new hexagonal map segmentation -- a ch…

Walmart is using geospatial tech to expand delivery reach

The newly-launched tech has allowed the retailer to deliver to 12 million additional households, Walmart claims

Walmart has started in 2025 with new developments that are giving us something to talk about all over the United States. The retail chain has implemented important changes in its delivery service. This is why these improvements seek to offer a faster, more efficient experience and adapted to the new needs of the consumer. Among the main updates are new delivery options, extended schedules and exclusive benefits for members. The company is commit…