what are walmart's goals, objectives, and visions?

trouble1...

Walmart was founded by Sam Walton, and it seems that the primary
mission of the company is to maintain the standards that he set
when he started the company in "Bentonville, Ark., the corporate
home of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and the town where Sam Walton
opened Walton's Five and Dime in 1950."

"At the heart of Wal-Mart's growth is the unique culture that
 'Mr. Sam' built. His business philosophy was based on the
 simple idea of making the customer No. 1. He believed that
 by serving the customer's needs first, his business would
 also serve its associates, shareholders, communities and
 other stakeholders."

http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_intro.gsp?NavMode=8

==============================================================

Key to these principles are two philosophies:

"The secret to our success isn't such a secret"
 "The '10-Foot Attitude'"

"Sam Walton had a way with people. He had a charm and a charisma
 that made people feel welcome and important."

"Sam's people skills can still be felt today through Wal-Mart's
 associates. When Sam visited his stores, he asked the associates
 to make a pledge: 'I want you to promise that whenever you come
 within 10 feet of a customer, you will look him in the eye, greet
 him and ask if you can help him.'"

"This pledge is what we now call our "10-foot attitude." Sam
 learned the power of this attitude in college while campaigning
 for class president. 'I learned that one of the secrets to
 leadership was the simplest thing of all: Speak to people coming
 down the sidewalk before they speak to you.... I would always
 look ahead and speak to the person coming toward me.'"

"Sam not only won that election, but he also became a leader in
 other campus organizations and carried his leadership and
 friendly smile wherever he went."

...and:

"Don't wait for it to go on sale"
 "Low Prices, Every Day"

"'No matter what we pay for it, if we get a great deal, pass it
 along to the customer.'"

"One of Wal-Mart's first store managers recalled Sam Walton saying
 these words when the manager suggested raising prices. 'Sam
 wouldn't let us hedge on a price at all,' the store manager
 remembers."

http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_samsway.gsp?NavMode=9

==============================================================

Walmart's latest efforts are to make Walmart.com the online
equivalent of their local stores:

"In short, at Walmart.com, we're passionate about combining
 the best of two great worlds, technology and world-class
 retailing, to give our customers easy access to more things
 Wal-Mart: a wide assortment of their favorite products,
 Every Day Low Prices, guaranteed satisfaction, friendly
 service, convenient hours (24 hours, 7 days a week) and
 a great online shopping experience."

http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_coinfo.gsp?NavMode=9

==============================================================

The success of Walmart is attributed to maintaining what they
like to call "The Walmart Culture":

"As Wal-Mart continues to grow into new areas and new mediums,
 our success will always be attributed to our culture. Whether
 you walk into a Wal-Mart store in your hometown or one across
 the country while you're on vacation, you can always be assured
 you're getting low prices and that genuine customer service
 you've come to expect from us. You'll feel at home in any
 department of any store...that's our culture."

http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=CategoryDisplay.jsp&subCatOID=-8245&categoryOID=-8245&catID=-8242

On this same page are links to the elements which make up this
'culture':

--------------------------------------------------------------

3 Basic Beliefs
"Learn more about the three philosophies Sam Walton built the 
 company on."
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8991&catID=-8242
 
Exceeding Customer Expectations
"As Wal-Mart associates we know it is not good enough to simply
 be grateful to our customers for shopping our stores - we want
 to demonstrate our gratitude in every way we can!"
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8276&catID=-8242
 
Helping People Make A Difference
"Sam Walton believed that each Wal-Mart store should reflect the
 values of its customers and support the vision they hold for
 their community."
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8971&catID=-8242

Sam's Rules For Building A Business
"In his 1992 book 'Made in America', Sam Walton compiled a list
 of ten key factors that unlock the mystery."
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8992&catID=-8242

Sundown Rule
"The Sundown Rule was Sam Walton's twist on that old adage,
 'why put off until tomorrow what you can do today'".
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8275&catID=-8242

Ten Foot Rule
"'I want you to promise that whenever you come within 10 feet of
 a customer, you will look him in the eye, greet him and ask him
 if you can help him.'"
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8277&catID=-8242

Pricing Philosophy
"Thanks to the legacy of Sam Walton, Wal-Mart is a store you can
 count on every day to bring you value for your dollar."
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8278&catID=-8242

The Wal-Mart Cheer
"We do have fun, we do work hard, and we always remember whom
 we're doing it for - the customer."
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8279&catID=-8242

==============================================================

The '3 Basic Beliefs', cited above, are presented here:

"Sam Walton built Wal-Mart on the revolutionary philosophies
 of excellence in the workplace, customer service and always
 having the lowest prices. We have always stayed true to the
 Three Basic Beliefs Mr. Sam established in 1962:

   1. Respect for the Individual
   2. Service to Our Customers
   3. Strive for Excellence 

These are explained in more detail on the following page:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8991&catID=-8242

These 3 basic attitudes are also included as requirements in
every current job description written by the company, as found
on this page:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Maincareers.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@0188210669.1059934854@@@@&BV_EngineID=cccgadcimjmiegecfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=careers&template=Careers.jsp&categoryOID=-8247&catID=-8247&subCatOID=-9355&subtemplate=CareersContent.jsp

==============================================================

'Sam's Rules For Building A Business' are presented here:

"People often ask, 'What is Wal-Mart's secret to success?'"

"In response to this ever-present question, in his 1992 book
 'Made in America', Sam Walton compiled a list of ten key factors
 that unlock the mystery."

A short version of the 10 rules are:

Rule 1
"Commit to your business."

Rule 2
"Share your profits with all your Associates, and treat them as
 partners."

Rule 3
"Motivate your partners."

Rule 4
"Communicate everything you possibly can to your partners."

Rule 5
"Appreciate everything your Associates do for the business."

Rule 6
"Celebrate your successes. Find some humor in your failures."

Rule 7
"Listen to everyone in your company. And figure out ways to get
 them talking."

Rule 8
"Exceed your customers' expectations."

Rule 9
"Control your expenses better than your competition."

Rule 10
"Swim upstream. Go the other way. Ignore the conventional wisdom."

These are all explained in greater detail here:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8992&catID=-8242

==============================================================

You can learn a great deal more by exploring the other links
on the 'culture' page, provided above. For further, in-depth
information about the company, you can obtain a free 'research
packet':

"The Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. free research packet is available.
 If your request is for research and company background
 information, you may call (479) 273-4800 and provide the
 automated attendant with your name, mailing address, and
 daytime telephone number. State "research packet" at the
 beginning of your recording. The packet will be shipped
 at the end of the business day via U.S. Postal Service or
 you may click on any of the highlighted selections below."

Research Information Kit Contents

    - Quarterly Sales Report
    - Securities and Exchange Report FORM 10-Q
    - Stock Split History
    - Our Annual Report
    - Wal-Mart Timeline
    - Our Retail Divisions
    - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. at a Glance
    - Recent Awards and Recognition
    - Our Commitment to Communities
    - Our Commitment to People: Diversity and Responsible Employment
    - Wal-Mart Good.Works.: Local Community Involvement Programs 

You can click on the links on this page to explore the kit contents
online:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&subCatOID=-8497&categoryOID=-8497&catID=-8242

For instance, on the 'Timeline' page, you can see a history of
key moments in the company's growth, including the following,
as of the year 2000:

--------------------------------------------------------------

2000
Wal-Mart ranked #1 Corporate Citizen in America in the 2000
Cone/Roper Report, an annual national survey on philanthropy 
and corporate citizenship.

2001
Wal-Mart named by FORTUNE Magazine as the 3rd most admired company
in America.

2001
Wal-Mart ranked by Hispanic Business Magazine as one of the Top 
25 Diversity Recruitment Programs in 2001 for its aggressive 
program to hire and promote Latinos.

2002
Wal-Mart received the 2002 Ron Brown Award, the highest 
Presidential Award recognizing outstanding achievement in 
employee relations and community initiatives.

2002
Wal-Mart named by FORTUNE magazine as the most admired 
company in America.

2002
Wal-Mart ranked #1 on the FORTUNE 500 listing.

2002
Wal-Mart has the biggest single day sales in history: 
$1.43 billion on the day after Thanksgiving.

More on the page:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&categoryOID=-8972&catID=-8242&template=ContentWithImages.jsp

==============================================================

You can also explore Walmart's international operations here:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@1766021417.1059929463@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccccadcimjmiefgcfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&pagetype=about&categoryOID=-10128&catID=-8242&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp

==============================================================

And, finally, you can contact the company itself via the 
information provided on this page:
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Container.jsp?BV_SessionID=@@@@0188210669.1059934854@@@@&BV_EngineID=cccgadcimjmiegecfkfcfkjdgoodglh.0&template=ContactUs.jsp

==============================================================


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Request for Answer Clarification by trouble1-ga on 03 Aug 2003 17:25 PDT

I would like to know out of the 20 links that you gave me to try, only 
1 works that I can get any information on.  the very first link. 
http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_introgsp?navemode=8  
when ever I click on the other links, I get a black page, am I doing 
something wrong?

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Clarification of Answer by sublime1-ga on 03 Aug 2003 18:13 PDT

trouble1...

You are not doing anything wrong. The unusually long links,
which include 'SessionID', made me suspect that the way 
their website and scripting is set up, that the links might
pose a problem for another viewer. To test that theory, I
switched browsers from Mozilla to Internet Explorer, to see
if they would hold up. They did, so I didn't think they would
pose a problem for you.

Since they have proven problematic, let me see if there's a 
way around the difficulty. I will try to post the answer
again, with links that will work for you.

sublime1-ga

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Clarification of Answer by sublime1-ga on 03 Aug 2003 18:35 PDT

trouble1...

Here is the answer, in full, with corrected links. If any of them
fail to work, just let me know, and I'll be glad to look into it.

**************************************************************
 
Walmart was founded by Sam Walton, and it seems that the primary 
mission of the company is to maintain the standards that he set 
when he started the company in "Bentonville, Ark., the corporate 
home of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and the town where Sam Walton 
opened Walton's Five and Dime in 1950." 
 
"At the heart of Wal-Mart's growth is the unique culture that 
 'Mr. Sam' built. His business philosophy was based on the 
 simple idea of making the customer No. 1. He believed that 
 by serving the customer's needs first, his business would 
 also serve its associates, shareholders, communities and 
 other stakeholders." 
 
http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_intro.gsp?NavMode=8 
 
============================================================== 

Key to these principles are two philosophies: 
 
"The secret to our success isn't such a secret" 
 "The '10-Foot Attitude'" 
 
"Sam Walton had a way with people. He had a charm and a charisma 
 that made people feel welcome and important." 
 
"Sam's people skills can still be felt today through Wal-Mart's 
 associates. When Sam visited his stores, he asked the associates 
 to make a pledge: 'I want you to promise that whenever you come 
 within 10 feet of a customer, you will look him in the eye, greet 
 him and ask if you can help him.'" 
 
"This pledge is what we now call our "10-foot attitude." Sam 
 learned the power of this attitude in college while campaigning 
 for class president. 'I learned that one of the secrets to 
 leadership was the simplest thing of all: Speak to people coming 
 down the sidewalk before they speak to you.... I would always 
 look ahead and speak to the person coming toward me.'" 
 
"Sam not only won that election, but he also became a leader in 
 other campus organizations and carried his leadership and 
 friendly smile wherever he went." 
 
...and: 
 
"Don't wait for it to go on sale" 
 "Low Prices, Every Day" 
 
"'No matter what we pay for it, if we get a great deal, pass it 
 along to the customer.'" 
 
"One of Wal-Mart's first store managers recalled Sam Walton saying 
 these words when the manager suggested raising prices. 'Sam 
 wouldn't let us hedge on a price at all,' the store manager 
 remembers." 
 
http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_samsway.gsp?NavMode=9 
 
============================================================== 
 
Walmart's latest efforts are to make Walmart.com the online 
equivalent of their local stores: 
 
"In short, at Walmart.com, we're passionate about combining 
 the best of two great worlds, technology and world-class 
 retailing, to give our customers easy access to more things 
 Wal-Mart: a wide assortment of their favorite products, 
 Every Day Low Prices, guaranteed satisfaction, friendly 
 service, convenient hours (24 hours, 7 days a week) and 
 a great online shopping experience." 
 
http://www.walmart.com/cservice/aw_coinfo.gsp?NavMode=9 
 
============================================================== 
 
The success of Walmart is attributed to maintaining what they 
like to call "The Walmart Culture": 
 
"As Wal-Mart continues to grow into new areas and new mediums, 
 our success will always be attributed to our culture. Whether 
 you walk into a Wal-Mart store in your hometown or one across 
 the country while you're on vacation, you can always be assured 
 you're getting low prices and that genuine customer service 
 you've come to expect from us. You'll feel at home in any 
 department of any store...that's our culture." 
 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=CategoryDisplay.jsp&subCatOID=-8245&categoryOID=-8245&catID=-8242
 
On this same page are links to the elements which make up this 
'culture': 
 
-------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
3 Basic Beliefs 
"Learn more about the three philosophies Sam Walton built the  
 company on." 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8991&catID=-8242
  
Exceeding Customer Expectations 
"As Wal-Mart associates we know it is not good enough to simply 
 be grateful to our customers for shopping our stores - we want 
 to demonstrate our gratitude in every way we can!" 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8276&catID=-8242
  
Helping People Make A Difference 
"Sam Walton believed that each Wal-Mart store should reflect the 
 values of its customers and support the vision they hold for 
 their community." 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8971&catID=-8242
 
Sam's Rules For Building A Business 
"In his 1992 book 'Made in America', Sam Walton compiled a list 
 of ten key factors that unlock the mystery." 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8992&catID=-8242
 
Sundown Rule 
"The Sundown Rule was Sam Walton's twist on that old adage, 
 'why put off until tomorrow what you can do today'". 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8275&catID=-8242
 
Ten Foot Rule 
"'I want you to promise that whenever you come within 10 feet of 
 a customer, you will look him in the eye, greet him and ask him 
 if you can help him.'" 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8277&catID=-8242
 
Pricing Philosophy 
"Thanks to the legacy of Sam Walton, Wal-Mart is a store you can 
 count on every day to bring you value for your dollar." 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8278&catID=-8242
 
The Wal-Mart Cheer 
"We do have fun, we do work hard, and we always remember whom 
 we're doing it for - the customer." 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=ContentWithImages.jsp&categoryOID=-8279&catID=-8242
 
============================================================== 
 

The '3 Basic Beliefs', cited above, are presented here: 
 
"Sam Walton built Wal-Mart on the revolutionary philosophies 
 of excellence in the workplace, customer service and always 
 having the lowest prices. We have always stayed true to the 
 Three Basic Beliefs Mr. Sam established in 1962: 
 
   1. Respect for the Individual 
   2. Service to Our Customers 
   3. Strive for Excellence  
 
These are explained in more detail on the following page: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8991&catID=-8242
 
These 3 basic attitudes are also included as requirements in 
every current job description written by the company, as found 
on this page: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Maincareers.jsp?pagetype=careers&template=Careers.jsp&categoryOID=-8247&catID=-8247&subCatOID=-9355&subtemplate=CareersContent.jsp
 
============================================================== 
 
'Sam's Rules For Building A Business' are presented here: 
 
"People often ask, 'What is Wal-Mart's secret to success?'" 
 
"In response to this ever-present question, in his 1992 book 
 'Made in America', Sam Walton compiled a list of ten key factors 
 that unlock the mystery." 
 
A short version of the 10 rules are: 
 
Rule 1 
"Commit to your business." 
 
Rule 2 
"Share your profits with all your Associates, and treat them as 
 partners." 
 
Rule 3 
"Motivate your partners." 
 
Rule 4 
"Communicate everything you possibly can to your partners." 
 
Rule 5 
"Appreciate everything your Associates do for the business." 
 
Rule 6 
"Celebrate your successes. Find some humor in your failures." 
 
Rule 7 
"Listen to everyone in your company. And figure out ways to get 
 them talking." 
 
Rule 8 
"Exceed your customers' expectations." 
 
Rule 9 
"Control your expenses better than your competition." 
 
Rule 10 
"Swim upstream. Go the other way. Ignore the conventional wisdom." 
 
These are all explained in greater detail here: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&categoryOID=-8992&catID=-8242
 
============================================================== 
 
You can learn a great deal more by exploring the other links 
on the 'culture' page, provided above. For further, in-depth 
information about the company, you can obtain a free 'research 
packet': 
 
"The Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. free research packet is available. 
 If your request is for research and company background 
 information, you may call (479) 273-4800 and provide the 
 automated attendant with your name, mailing address, and 
 daytime telephone number. State "research packet" at the 
 beginning of your recording. The packet will be shipped 
 at the end of the business day via U.S. Postal Service or 
 you may click on any of the highlighted selections below." 
 
Research Information Kit Contents 
 
    - Quarterly Sales Report 
    - Securities and Exchange Report FORM 10-Q 
    - Stock Split History 
    - Our Annual Report 
    - Wal-Mart Timeline 
    - Our Retail Divisions 
    - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. at a Glance 
    - Recent Awards and Recognition 
    - Our Commitment to Communities 
    - Our Commitment to People: Diversity and Responsible Employment 
    - Wal-Mart Good.Works.: Local Community Involvement Programs  
 
You can click on the links on this page to explore the kit contents 
online: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp&subCatOID=-8497&categoryOID=-8497&catID=-8242
 
For instance, on the 'Timeline' page, you can see a history of 
key moments in the company's growth, including the following, 
as of the year 2000: 
 
-------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
2000 
Wal-Mart ranked #1 Corporate Citizen in America in the 2000 
Cone/Roper Report, an annual national survey on philanthropy  
and corporate citizenship. 
 
2001 
Wal-Mart named by FORTUNE Magazine as the 3rd most admired company 
in America. 
 
2001 
Wal-Mart ranked by Hispanic Business Magazine as one of the Top  
25 Diversity Recruitment Programs in 2001 for its aggressive  
program to hire and promote Latinos. 
 
2002 
Wal-Mart received the 2002 Ron Brown Award, the highest  
Presidential Award recognizing outstanding achievement in  
employee relations and community initiatives. 
 
2002 
Wal-Mart named by FORTUNE magazine as the most admired  
company in America. 
 
2002 
Wal-Mart ranked #1 on the FORTUNE 500 listing. 
 
2002 
Wal-Mart has the biggest single day sales in history:  
$1.43 billion on the day after Thanksgiving. 
 
More on the page: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&categoryOID=-8972&catID=-8242&template=ContentWithImages.jsp
 
============================================================== 
 
You can also explore Walmart's international operations here: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Mainabout.jsp?pagetype=about&categoryOID=-10128&catID=-8242&template=DisplayAllContents.jsp
 
============================================================== 
 
And, finally, you can contact the company itself via the  
information provided on this page: 
http://www.walmartstores.com/wmstore/wmstores/Container.jsp?template=ContactUs.jsp
 
============================================================== 
 
 
Please do not rate this answer until you are satisfied that 
the answer cannot be improved upon by means of a dialog 
established through the "Request for Clarification" process. 
 
sublime1-ga 
 
 
Searches done: 
 
Explored links related to 'company information' on 
http://www.walmart.com/