Walmart Mexico is widening its collaboration with French retail solutions provider Vusion to deploy connected store technology across key retail formats.
The expanded agreement will see the EdgeSense platform introduced across Walmart Express stores, with plans to extend implementation into the retailer’s Supercenter network.
The move builds on the companies’ existing partnership and follows earlier adoption of Vusion’s connected store solutions in Walmart’s US operations.
Under the plan, all Walmart Express outlets in Mexico are set to be equipped with EdgeSense technology by the end of this year, marking the platform’s first large-scale deployment in the region.
The local business of the US retail major also intends to expand the rollout to its Supercenters as part of a wider modernisation effort.
Walmart Mexico chief operating officer Paul Lewellen said: “The deployment of EdgeSense will help us further modernise our store operations and empower our associates to focus on serving customers.
“This initiative represents an important step in strengthening our operational capabilities while continuing to improve the shopping experience for millions of customers across Mexico.”
In the initial phase, Walmart Express locations will install more than 1.7 million electronic shelf labels alongside over 180,000 EdgeSense smart rails, making it one of the largest deployments of connected store systems in Latin America.
A pilot programme will also be introduced in the Bodega format to evaluate suitability across additional store types.
EdgeSense integrates electronic shelf labels, intelligent shelving infrastructure, computer vision, AI, and real-time retail data within a single operating system.
The platform is designed to streamline store operations, enhance inventory accuracy, and support data-led merchandising and customer engagement.
Through the rollout, Walmart Mexico aims to improve the in-store experience, reduce manual workloads for staff, and establish infrastructure capable of supporting future AI-driven developments.
Vusion Americas deputy CEO and executive vice-president Philippe Bottine said: “The rollout of EdgeSense across Walmart Express stores and the planned expansion to Supercenters represent a major milestone in our shared vision of building the connected store of the future.”
Earlier this month, Walmart agreed to a $100m judgment to resolve allegations it misled ‘Spark Driver’ delivery workers on earnings.
The US Federal Trade Commission and 11 states alleged Walmart caused drivers to lose tens of millions of dollars by overstating expected base pay, tips and incentive payments in delivery “offers” shown in the Spark Driver app.
