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WAL-MART ANNUAL REPORT 2001
Innovations
page 11
Innovations
page 11
Store of the Community
page 4
Store of the Community
page 4
Food
page 14
Food
page 14
International
page 8
International
page 8
Good Works
page 12
Good Works
page 12
Culture
page 5
Retailtainment
page 7
Everything We Do Revolves Around Our Customers.
SAM’S Jewelry
page 15
SAM’S Jewelry
page 15

Table of contents

  • Page 1
    ... Community Store page 4 4 page Food Food page 14 14 page Innovations Innovations page 11 11 page Culture page 5 stomers. u C r u O d oun evolves Ar R o D e W g Ever ythin International International page 8 8 page Retailtainment page 7 Good Works Works Good page12 12 page SAM'S Jewelry...

  • Page 2
    ... Around the World International operations continually adapt to the needs and cultures of Customers around the globe. ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ ⋆ Wal-Mart has always been an innovator, and is dedicated to uncovering more and better innovations for our Customers. ⋆ 11. A Brief History of...

  • Page 3
    ... Scott President & CEO David D. Glass Chairman, Executive Committee of the Board Paul R. Carter Executive Vice President & President, Wal-Mart Realty Bob Connolly Executive Vice President, Merchandise Thomas M. Coughlin Executive Vice President & President & CEO, Wal-Mart Stores Division David Dible...

  • Page 4
    ... named Wal-Mart the company they think of first in supporting local causes and issues, according to Cone, Inc., a national research firm. Whether it's our domestic or international Associates in the stores, facilities and adding services, including pharmacy, optical, 1-Hour Photo and fuel, to offer...

  • Page 5
    ...Supermarket of the Year" by Checkout magazine. The division exceeded the objectives set at the time we acquired ASDA, and our Colleagues accomplished our ultimate goal - taking care of our Customers and providing them with an exceptional value in the marketplace. The Wal-Mart Stores Division, by far...

  • Page 6
    ... or a hunting season begins in their community. This specific data is invaluable for developing a Store of the Community. For example, a Wal-Mart store located near a hospital may need a larger pharmacy area. Stores close to recreational bodies of water stock life vests and fishing equipment not...

  • Page 7
    ...'s Open Door Policy allows Associates to share suggestions, observations or concerns with any supervisor, from a store manager to the President and CEO of Wal-Mart, with no fear of retaliation. Our culture is what makes Wal-Mart unique and will continue to make us successful. Everyone in our Company...

  • Page 8
    ...0 United Kingdom 0 INT'l Total: 612 406 World Wide Grand Total: 2348 1294 528 19 * Includes: 37 Aurreras, 80 Bodegas, 54 Suburbias, 40 Superamas, and 218 Vips. **Includes: 238 ASDA Stores and 3 ASDA/Wal-Mart Supercentres. 6 rc en te rs SA M 'S CL UB N S eig hb or ho od CL UB N S eig hb or ho...

  • Page 9
    ... money for the Children's Miracle Network. Wal-Mart also organizes system-wide Retailtainment events. Last May, all Wal-Mart discount stores and Supercenters participated in an event to support the direct-to-video release of The Rugrats Discover America. Kids were invited to stores to watch the...

  • Page 10
    ... with the opening of a new Supercenter, bringing the total number of discount retail stores in the country to 11. The Company has become an active corporate citizen in Argentina and has established programs to address the needs of the communities in which it does business. Wal-Mart donated more than...

  • Page 11
    ..., warehouse club and discount general merchandise stores. As a result, Wal-Mart de Mexico has experienced extensive growth and customer support. GERMANY Dave Ferguson, former director of Wal-Mart's Canadian operations, was named in fiscal 2001 as the new President & CEO of Wal-Mart Europe. He...

  • Page 12
    ... department and a photo center. Among many other offerings found at ASDA/ Wal-Mart Supercentres are a large number of global brands and products. According to Wal-Mart International President & CEO, John B. Menzer, "ASDA has proven to be a good fit for Wal-Mart. The cultures of both companies...

  • Page 13
    ...network to directly enhance service in specialty divisions like Tire and Lube Express. Using it, Associates can quickly identify vehicle service records, and Customers can use bar-coded cards at price scanners in the store to see when their service is completed. Wal-Mart's sophisticated distribution...

  • Page 14
    ...& CEO, Wal-Mart Stores Division, said. for their local schools. In addition, Wal-Mart awarded scholarships totaling nearly $12 million to graduating high school seniors and other students pursuing higher education. Our commitment to education includes the Teacher of the Year awards, Students in Free...

  • Page 15
    ... II Memorial Children's Miracle Network Store Contribution Account Volunteerism Always Pays Economic Development Make A Difference Day In-Kind Contributions Teacher of the Year Other Donations Scholarships Environment United Way $71,365,980 Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Community Involvement In...

  • Page 16
    ... service and value they expect. "Our Associates are dedicated, driven people and we encourage them to seek any opportunities that arise within the Company. Our food operations allow them another avenue for career advancement," Tom Coughlin, President & CEO of Wal-Mart Stores Division, said...

  • Page 17
    ... diamond engagement rings, anniversary bands, earrings and pendants. The Company's buyers carefully select diamonds to ensure Members receive top-quality jewelry merchandise at the best possible prices. In every area, SAM'S CLUB jewelry ranks as high or higher than other retail chain jewelry stores...

  • Page 18
    ...: Global Corp. Trust Services 1 Bank One Plaza Suite IL 1-0126 Chicago, Illinois 60670-0126 Sale/Leaseback Transaction (Wal-Mart Retail Trust I, II, III): State Street Bank and Trust Company of Connecticut, N.A. C/O State Street Corporation Global Investor Services Group Corporate Trust P.O. Box 778...

  • Page 19
    ... one child featured on our missing children's boards, all involved would have considered the effort a resounding success. With the help of our Customers and Associates more than 50 missing children have been reunited with their families. All of us at Wal-Mart, SAM'S CLUB, and the National Center for...