The key to Operations at Wal-Mart is their ability to maintain the highest standards while at the same time getting things done with lockstep execution.

Wal-Mart hires average people but squeezes above average performance and results out of them.

The key to Operations at Wal-Mart is their ability to maintain the highest standards while at the same time getting things done with lockstep execution.

Wal-Mart's success strategies and tactics are easy to understand yet hard to duplicate.

Sam Walton instilled ownership of the products in the stores into the collective consciousness of every associate regardless of what job they did for the company.

Differentiate your products, provide great service and don't even think about trying to compete with Wal-Mart on Price.

When you compete with Wal-Mart, even if you think you've found a niche don't ever become complacent.