Walmart is experimenting with dark stores to speed up delivery.

Walmart is testing "dark stores" in Dallas, which are retail locations dedicated to fulfilling online orders without public access. These stores will stock popular products and another location is planned for Bentonville, Arkansas. The initiative aims to enhance online order fulfillment and improve delivery speeds, aligning with Walmart's goal of providing a seamless shopping experience. The company recently reported its first quarter of e-commerce profitability, with a 21% sales increase and a significant rise in three-hour delivery services, covering nearly the entire U.S. population.