Walmart is testing the use of body cameras for its store employees as part of a new initiative aimed at enhancing safety. This move comes as part of a broader effort to protect staff from workplace threats and improve the overall security of its stores. By equipping workers with this technology, Walmart hopes to address concerns related to harassment and customer conflicts, while providing an additional layer of protection for its workforce in the retail environment. Below is everything we know about this pilot program.
Where is the pilot program taking place?
Walmart is currently piloting the use of body cameras in a select number of stores in the Dallas area. The retail giant emphasized that, while it doesn’t disclose specific security measures, it continually explores new technologies within the retail sector.
“This is a pilot we are testing in one market, and we will evaluate the results before making any longer-term decisions.” Walmart told Retail Dive.
David Johnston, VP of asset protection and retail operations at the National Retail Federation, noted that retailers are still adapting body camera technology to suit their environments…