Walmart is to begin offering virtual reality ( VR ) training for employees in its stores throughout Illinois . It is part of the US retailer ’s overall plan in the state to introduce technological innovations intended to help its employees ' work become simpler and more efficient , and ultimately to benefit its customers . Walmart previously taught courses at its training academies across the country but is now implementing it closer to its Illinois workforce of almost 55,000 employees .
Walmart is to begin utilising virtual reality (VR) training for employees in its stores throughout Illinois. It is part of the US retailer’s overall plan in the state to introduce technological innovations intended to help its employees' work become simpler and more efficient, and ultimately to benefit its customers. Walmart previously used VR at its training academies across the country but is now implementing it closer to its Illinois workforce of almost 55,000 people.