Walmart makes inclusive shopping move with introduction of Caroline’s Carts across retailer’s Arizona stores

Walmart has introduced Caroline’s Carts into all its Arizona stores. These help caregivers of children and adults with disabilities navigate stores more easily.

“Helping our customers save money and live better is more than our mission - it’s our driving force,” says Cedric Clark, Executive Vice President of Store Operations at Walmart.

“Equipping our stores with Caroline’s Carts provides some relief to parents and caregivers who need this tool and know it’s available at their Walmart. Whether they’re caring for someone with a disability or a temporary injury, the carts support our customers when and how they need it every time they come through our doors.”

Caroline’s Carts are designed for caregivers supporting a wide array of people including those with disabilities, children, seniors and people with limited mobility or injuries. The seat has a capacity to hold 35-250 pounds.

Walmart plans to equip all Supercenters with two Caroline’s Carts and all Neighborhood Markets with at least one, totalling about 8,000 carts across the US. All stores are set to be equipped with the carts by early 2025.

2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Physical stores are a key focus area for the sixth edition of the RTIH Innovation Awards, which is now open for entries.

The awards, sponsored by CADS, 3D Cloud, Retail Technology Show 2025, and Business France, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

It’s free to enter and you can do so across multiple categories.

Key 2024 dates

Friday, 25th October: Award entry deadline 

Tuesday, 29th October: 2024 shortlist revealed

30th October-6th November: Judging days

Thursday, 21st November: Winners announced at the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards ceremony, to be held at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London.