Event overview

Welcome to Converge @ Walmart, the flagship retail-tech hybrid event hosted by Walmart Global Tech. This year, we will explore the exciting world of technology and its transformative impact on the future of retail. With a focus on elevating customer experiences, the event will bring together leading technologists, industry experts and thought leaders to share their vision and success stories of creating innovative shopping journeys.

Join us, as we delve into the mind of the modern customer and explore the latest tech trends shaping retail.

Why attend Converge?

We are at the cusp of a new era of retail that is people-led and tech-powered. The way people shop has evolved rapidly; they are more tech savvy and expect convenience anytime, anywhere.​

In its fourth edition, Converge @ Walmart aims to decode the role of technology in analyzing what next-gen customers value the most and how to win them over. Get ready to be inspired as we explore:
The synergy of human-AI collaborations
The synergy of human-AI collaborations
Discover how the fusion of human intuition and AI precision is crafting delightful customer experiences, adding a new dimension to retail.
Enriching shopping with GenAI
Enriching shopping with GenAI
Learn how GenAI is powering immersive and highly personalized experiences that help customers shop confidently and save precious time.
Supply chain intelligence
Supply chain intelligence
Explore advanced AI/ML architecture behind interconnected and frictionless movement of goods throughout the retail value chain.
Data
New-age shopping trends
Gain insights into how innovative experiences like social shopping and data-driven advertising are enabling retailers to connect more effectively with customers.
Blending retail ecosystems
Blending retail ecosystems
Unlock strategies for seamlessly integrating online and offline channels across the customer shopping journey.
Agenda

All sessions in Indian Standard Time (IST)

Coming Soon
Coming Soon
Coming Soon
09:55 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Curtain raiser

10:00 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Plenary

10:05 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.
Keynote

10:10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Blending tech innovations with meaningful human connections

10:30 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.
Invisible payments in the era of complete automation

10:40 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.
Break
10:55 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
Powering 'Unified Commerce' for cohesive shopping experiences

11:40 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Innovating for emerging markets: Using technology to decode customer preferences

12:50 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Quick commerce: Delivering convenience and speed at scale

1:10 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Lunch
2:15 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
AI-powered search and discovery: Shopping faster, smarter, better

2:50 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Building a people-led, future-ready organization

3:15 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Quiz
3:25 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Innovative tech for an interactive shopping experience

3:50 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.
Modernizing retail operations with scalable tech platforms

4:25 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Retail advertising platforms: Diversifying revenue streams for profitability

4:50 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.
Sparkathon: Winner announcement
5:05 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.
Celebrity fireside chat

5:25 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Vote of thanks
Come, be a part of Converge @ Walmart!

Visit our experience zone

Walmart is transforming its retail infrastructure with tightly integrated backend systems, intelligent supply chain, Machine Learning (ML)-powered customer insights and a gamut of advancements for enhanced customer experiences.

Drop by our experience zone for a one-of-a-kind interactive experience of our latest technologies powered by GenAI and Augmented Reality (AR).

A participant at Converge @ Walmart watches a digital display of Walmart’s innovations at the event’s Experience Zone.

#SparkConversations: How AR/VR amplifies customer experiences.

Sourabh Paithane, Senior Director of Product Management and Catalog at Myntra, shares how emerging tech is changing the face of fashion and retail.

#SparkConversations: How Generative AI will augment retail tech.

Rohit Chatter, Chief Software Architect, talks about driving efficiency and productivity with Generative AI.

Powering the present and enabling the future of retail

Walmart is leveraging emerging technologies to transform the way the world shops.​

#SparkConversations: What it takes to build cutting-edge retail-tech for the world?​

Deepali Dani, Talent Partner, talks about how talent at Walmart Global Tech is innovating for the future of retail.

Walmart foucs on growing..

Walmart leadership team visits bangalore india team meet with suppliers and partners.

Press Highlights

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