USA | Walmart has expanded its restaurant delivery business through a collaboration with Inspire Brands, a global multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes Dunkin’.
Building on its entry into restaurant delivery earlier this year, Walmart has continued to expand the restaurants available through its app, including restaurants located beyond its stores.
Dunkin’ will launch first through its 150 in-store tenant locations, with plans to expand to most of its 10,000 locations outside Walmart stores.
Customers will soon be able to order from Dunkin’ restaurants located both in-store and outside Walmart stores directly through the Walmart app or online.
By delivering beyond in-store tenants, Walmart will create an even stronger delivery ecosystem that makes it possible to have restaurant beverages and meals delivered alongside Walmart orders.
With its growing delivery speed capabilities and offerings, Walmart has rapidly emerged as a contender in the restaurant delivery business. With an unparalleled store footprint within ten miles of approximately 90 percent of the U.S. population, and its ability to leverage its established last-mile delivery network, Walmart is uniquely positioned to scale this capability rapidly.
According to Greg Cathey, Senior Vice President, eCommerce Fulfilment Transformation, Walmart, the future of retail will be about meeting customers wherever they are and simplifying their lives. By expanding restaurant delivery beyond its stores, Walmart will offer an unmatched value and convenience proposition.
Dunkin’ Brand President and Inspire Chief Brand Officer Scott Murphy added that the goal was to make it easier for guests to enjoy Dunkin’ whenever and wherever they want it.
“By bringing Dunkin’ into the Walmart shopping experience, we’re creating another convenient way for guests to get their favourite beverages and meals at the speed of Dunkin’,” said Murphy.
“By combining the strength of Walmart’s delivery platform with the appeal of our Dunkin’ menu, we can reach more guests in more moments, creating an experience that fits naturally into everyday life.”
Eligible customers will automatically see Dunkin’ as an option in the Restaurants tab on the Walmart app based on their delivery address. They can access the menu, customise beverage and food selections, and check out using the same familiar experience they already use for their everyday shopping.
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