Asda adds tech to Women in Leadership programme
Asda has launched the grocery retailer’s Women in Leadership programme across its Technology and Property operation.
The objective of this is to promote gender diversity by providing a positive development experience and network, through sessions, story sharing and mentoring.
Wayve tie up
Asda recently partnered with startup Wayve to test out autonomous vans as part of the grocery giant’s last mile operation.
The trial will begin in early 2022 and Asda will be the first to commercially test the solution, using Wayve’s deep learning expertise to help navigate complex delivery routes in London.
The vans will operate under the supervision of a Wayve safety driver throughout the 12-month trial.
Simon Gregg, Vice President Online Grocery at Asda, commented: “We want to explore how autonomous vehicle technology can enhance our operating model as well as the experience for our colleagues and customers.”
“Over the course of the last year, demand for online groceries has grown significantly, and we continue to push new boundaries in terms of retail innovation and technologies that can help us develop the most sustainable last mile solutions for our business.“
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