Overview
- Waldo’s plans to invest 847 million pesos in 2025 to open 130 stores, aiming to reach 1,000 locations by mid‑2026.
- The chain reports more than 940 branches across all 32 Mexican states, supported by 16 cross docks and four distribution centers.
- An AI-based transport management system implemented over roughly 15 months boosted fleet availability about 15% and cut delivery times by up to 60%, using a largely outsourced fleet of about 500 units, according to the company.
- The next phase includes integrating AI into warehouse management for inventory and order preparation, adding a new distribution center in southeast Mexico, and testing electric vehicles for last‑mile deliveries.
- Omnichannel efforts lifted online performance, with the company citing a 150% digital gain, a 30% higher average ticket, and PayPal installment payments accounting for about 40% of site transactions.