Introduction

Walmart is one of the world’s highest-earning corporations. To retain this position, it has to adapt to changes in technology promptly and seek innovative ways of performing its business activities. Through the years, the Walmart brand has been associated with leadership in the information technology sector. Walmart was one of the first stores to use a barcode scanner at the check-out counter and also one of the first companies to develop a point-of-sale system to monitor sales and stock levels. To date, Walmart leads in the retail industry for its development and continuous enhancement of cutting-edge technologies. Technology is a crucial element in Walmart’s business operations. This paper analyses the store’s information technology models to establish the role that they have played in helping the corporation achieve its success and growth. It provides an evaluation of the store’s business continuity planning, its role, and importance.