# Shipping Technology Upgrades Walmart and Platform Science Have Partnered on a New Initiative By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-06-25 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-and-platform-science References: [drugstorenews](https://drugstorenews.com/walmart-implements-onboard-technology-improve-drivers-experience) & [walmart](https://www.walmart.ca/en)  [Walmart and Platform Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-vans) have partnered to improve the experience of drivers by incorporating some of the latest technologies into the [fleet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fleet-management-platform). The partnership will see interactive tablets implemented into the cab of trucks to provide a [driver workflow application](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transportation-management-system) and integration with NTransit. The integrations will drastically enhance driver capabilities and keep them connected during long-haul trips. Walmart Vice President of Innovation and Automation Product Scott Donahue spoke on the Walmart and Platform Science partnership saying, "Not only are we offering industry-leading benefits, compensation and development programs, but we have implemented two technology tools that work together to create a world-class driver experience and provide real-time visibility to the day-to-day operations of our network of more than 12,000 drivers." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 12% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Tablets in Truck Cabs:** Incorporating interactive tablets into truck cabs enhances driver capabilities and workflow application, creating a world-class driver experience. - **Integration with Ntransit:** Integration with NTransit provides real-time visibility to the day-to-day operations of drivers and enhances their overall experience. - **Connected Driver Capabilities:** Technology upgrades create connected driver capabilities, enhancing the overall value and experience of trucking logistics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Trucking and Logistics:** The trucking and logistics industry can benefit from incorporating interactive tablets, integrating with NTransit, and enhancing the overall driver experience through technology solutions. - **Technology and Software Development:** Technology and software development industries can partner with trucking and logistics companies to develop custom solutions that enhance driver capabilities and provide real-time visibility. - **Retail and Distribution:** Retail and distribution industries can benefit from upgraded trucking logistics through improved inventory management and faster delivery times, provided by enhanced driver capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retail Delivery Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-delivery-vans.md) - [Speedy Retailer Delivery Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-and-doordash.md) - [Electric Truck Pilot Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-truck-pilot-programs.md) - [Senior Grocery Delivery Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-and-avanlee-care.md) - [Self-Driving Box Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatik-self.md) - [Retail Crop Yield Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-agritask.md) - [Robotic Retail Management Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inventory-scan.md) - [Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-technologies.md) - [AI-First Shopping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walmart-and-openai.md)