Walmart has announced that it willinvest about $6 billionduring the next several years to expand automated technologies with technology partner Symbotic across 25 U.S. The expanded agreement also supports ongoing investment in Walmart’s global supply chain capabilities, the two companies said. The retailer plans to bring additional automation capabilities to its regional DC network, which will support e-commerce inventory management, increase storage capacity, and improve how products move through the supply chain. The investments will help Walmart offer a broader assortment, improve speed, and provide more reliable replenishment. A more automated distribution network can help Walmart move merchandise more efficiently between warehouses, stores and customers, improving inventory accuracy while reducing labor-intensive processes and fulfillment costs.