Walmart Named Most AI-Ready FMCG Retailer by IHL Group

Walmart has been ranked the most AI-ready retailer in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, according to new research from IHL Group — highlighting the company’s leadership in tech infrastructure, operational AI deployment, and cross-functional integration.

The report assessed global retailers based on AI adoption across core business areas including supply chain, customer experience, inventory management, and predictive analytics. Walmart stood out for its ability to scale AI beyond experimentation and embed it into everyday decision-making processes, from automated replenishment to personalized marketing.

Other top performers included Target, Costco, and Kroger, but Walmart’s breadth and maturity of AI use put it at the top of the list — particularly in aligning technology with business outcomes and customer-facing innovation.

corpbrief insight:

In the AI era, scale alone isn’t enough — it’s about how intelligently you use it. Walmart’s lead shows that true transformation happens when AI moves from pilot to platform.