# Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-01-11 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-technologies References: [drugstorenews](https://drugstorenews.com/walmart-unveils-latest-technologies-consumer-electronics-show) & [walmart](https://www.walmart.com)  [Walmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-6) unveiled a variety of retail technologies at CES 2024 to provide consumers and competitors alike with a glimpse into how the shopping experience is slated to evolve in the near-future. The brand started off by revealing the [GenAI-powered search experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-genai-platform) for iOS customers, which enables searching more broadly to return cohesive results rather than needing to search items individually. The brand also provided additional details on the Walmart InHome Replenishment service that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver goods as they're required and stock them into a kitchen fridge. Finally, the Shop with Friends platform provides a socialized experience by enabling shoppers to pick out garments, create virtual outfits and get feedback from friends. Global Chief Technology Officer and Chief Development Officer Suresh Kumar commented on the latest [Walmart retail technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-store-of-the-future) saying, "While omnichannel retail has been around for decades, this new type of retail—adaptive retail—takes it a step further. It’s retail that is not only e-commerce or in-store, but a single, unified retail experience that seamlessly blends the best aspects of all channels. And for Walmart, adaptive retail is rooted in a clear focus on people.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 20% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Genai-powered Search Experience:** The GenAI-powered search experience for iOS customers enables searching more broadly to return cohesive results rather than needing to search items individually. - **Walmart Inhome Replenishment Service:** The Walmart InHome Replenishment service harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver goods as they're required and stock them into a kitchen fridge. - **Shop with Friends Platform:** The Shop with Friends platform enables shoppers to pick out garments, create virtual outfits, and get feedback from friends. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail Technology:** The latest retail technologies from Walmart showcase the advancements in e-commerce and in-store experiences. - **Artificial Intelligence:** The use of artificial intelligence in the Walmart InHome Replenishment service revolutionizes the delivery and stocking process. - **Social Commerce:** The Shop with Friends platform combines shopping with a social experience, enhancing engagement and decision-making. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Retail Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-6.md) - [Personalized Customer Service Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-wallaby.md) - [AI-First Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-and-openai.md) - [In-Store Audience Analytics Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-store-audience-analytics.md) - [AI-Powered Retail Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wally.md) - [AI-Assisted Aisles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantaloupe-smart-aisle.md) - [AI-Enabled Personalized Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aidriven-retail-system.md) - [Spatial AI Shopping Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vusiongroup-edgesense-ai.md) - [AI Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instore-customer-journeys.md)