date:May 30, 2014
ducts and components -- say, auto parts or home-repair supplies -- potentially reducing the need for consumers to go to the store. At the same time, retailers could use the technology themselves to maintain inventory, cutting their supply-chain costs.
In response to a question on Wal-Mart buying 3-D printing companies, McMillon said it might make sense in some cases. More generally, the retailer is planning to ramp up acquisitions and partnerships, he said.
Weve been more acquisitive lately, e