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Is Wal-Mart an innovative company? Why or why not?

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This is a hotly debated topic, and has been for years. Many contend that no, Wal-Mart is not an innovative company. While this may be partly true, Wal-Mart has shown innovation in several areas. Just recently, they acquired Wal-Mart Labs, which is a high-tech testing center for the superstore. The purpose of the lab is to have ...

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