Store of the Future is what they are calling the multi-million dollar renovated Lafayette Walmart
Walmart's low prices and wide range of products have always attracted its customers, but now the newly designed Lafayette Walmart Supercenter brings a new kind of attraction.
The newly remodeled W Pinhook Walmart envisions the future of retail by offering engaging and interactive displays, and overall updated appearance throughout the store. Store of the Future is what they are calling the recently completed multi-million dollar store renovation.
The located at the grocery entrance, a mural painted by Eric Francis displays the culture and diversity of Lafayette, which shows the relationship Walmart has with its community. The renovations included upgrades in five areas, home, electronics, cosmetics, infant area, and apparel that provides customers with a better way to shop. In addition to aesthetic changes, the remodeled store will also offer touchless payments, express delivery, and premium benefits for Walmart plus customers.
Renovations began in January with the grand opening of the location on May 4th, taking a total of 5 months to complete. "It was truly amazing to see what we did in that short amount of time, and all while fully operating," said Pamela Campbell, store manager.
The upgraded apparel section introduces mannequins and showcases fashion brands such as Reebok and Chaps instead of displaying merchandise on a rack or table. The mock living room and bedroom stage set in the home department is expected to give customers a more realistic experience, while the infant area displays stage sets with cribs, rocking chair, and clothing for infants. According to Campbell, the biggest perk of the renovation includes the LED lighting, upgraded signage, and remodeled flooring throughout the store that provides a better line of sight and navigation for customers.
Additionally, Walmart's coinvent delivery service is now contact-free with both pickup and delivery and offers express delivery with the option to have deliveries made in under two hours. As a Walmart Plus customer, free shipping, and delivery are now offered, and other perks include an express scan and go lane, early access to exclusive deals, and savings on fuel prices.
Campbell says although it may take some time, in approximately 2-3 years all of the stores are going to be renovated with the store of the future layout.
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