Webwalmart said wednesday that it will open five automated distribution centers for fresh food across the country, as the retailer chases efficiency and its online. Weblooking ahead, we will continue to modernize our supply chain operations through investments in robotics and automation in our stores and distribution and. Webwalmart is investing $21 million to automate its new braunfels regional distribution center, one of 42 such facilities nationwide the giant retailer will be.