FedEx Office steps up Walmart initiative

FedEx is to open 500 FedEx Office locations in Walmart stores across the US over the next two years. These will offer customers access to packing, shipping and printing solutions. They will also be able to direct their packages to be held at any of the aforementioned locations for up to five business days, either directly or by redirecting using FedEx Delivery Manager.

The announcement comes after completion of a pilot spanning 47 locations within Walmart stores across six states. “This strategic initiative builds on a shared goal of providing customers convenience and value, so they can save both time and money,” says Brian Philips, CEO at FedEx Office. “The growth of our store network to 500 new locations brings our brand even closer to busy consumers who have told us they are seeking secure, reliable options for packing, shipping and receiving packages.”

“Our busy customers view our stores as a one-stop-shop for all the products and services they are looking for,” comments Daniel Eckert, Senior Vice President, Walmart Services and Digital Acceleration. “We know shipping and printing is one such service they want to access in our stores, so we’re thrilled to expand our relationship with FedEx so that even more of our busy customers can take advantage of their pick up, drop off and printing services.”