An extra special Children’s Day 🌼 This week, our associates in Bangalore and Chennai embraced their inner artist to 'Craft a Smile', designing handmade cards for children from less privileged homes. These heartfelt cards will be a delightful surprise for kids at our partner NGOs this Children’s Day! From flowers, butterflies and rainbows to beloved characters like Mickey Mouse and Chhota Bheem, the cards featured vibrant and joyful designs paired with messages of kindness and encouragement. While these cards are sure to light up Children’s Day, the activity also gave our associates a chance to relive the simple joys of childhood. 🌈 A big thank you to everyone who participated–your efforts will make this Children's Day truly memorable! 💙 VIEW POST

**Friendly reminder for associates!** Please help us keep our campuses safe and clean by refraining from smoking in designated ‘**no-smoking zones**’. By doing so, you’re reducing fire risks, keeping the air fresh and ensuring a healthier environment for everyone passing by. Let’s work together to keep our spaces welcoming for all! 😊 VIEW POST

**Share your feedback: Help us improve your payroll experience on Excelity payroll services** To ensure quality and efficiency in services provided by our payroll services provider, Excelity, we are conducting a short survey. Kindly participate in this survey Link to Surveyhttps://feedbackally.walmart.com/survey/atheX0Dx6qIF_jq/ by **20th November 2024.** This will help us better understand your sentiment and experience, with regard to Excelity’s payroll services. We look forward to your participation! Warm Regards, Finance Team VIEW POST

# **Pride ARG leadership update** Our Pride Associate Resource Group (ARG plays a pivotal role in helping make Walmart a place where everyone feels empowered to belong and thrive. Over the years, Ruku Arora has been instrumental in shaping the Pride ARG’s journey at IDC and building a thriving community of champions and allies. Ruku has recently accepted a role at Walmart U.S. With her relocation, Aishwary Dale will assume the role of Chairperson of Pride ARG, effective immediately. Aishwary’s well-deserved elevation is a great example of how our ARGs empower our talent to grow while making a meaningful impact on our culture and associate experience. Please join me in thanking Ruku for her invaluable contributions and congratulating Aishwary on his new role. Join the A-Team! We are also inviting applications for two Co-Chair positions. If you are passionate about helping us further our commitment to equal opportunity, personal freedom and support for LGBT+ associates and allies, please write to Aishwary (aishwary.dale@walmart.com(mailto:aishwary.dale@walmart.com and me (shiny.samuel@walmart.com(mailto:shiny.samuel@walmart.com. Together, let’s make a difference! VIEW POST

# **Hey developers! **👋** Ready for a Fun Friday challenge? ** Take up the **‘DX AI Query Quest**’ and stand a chance to win exciting prizes! 🏆 **Step 1**: Ask the DX AI Assistanthttps://dx.walmart.com/chat to help you with **one** of the following queries: • Generate code • Format an email, check grammar or create a Jira story • Ask the assistant to troubleshoot or find something for you **Step 2**: Take a screenshot of the query and response **Step 3**: Post the screenshot in the comments section below My team and I will be on the lookout for the top five **most creative **queries! (Psst! Want a tip? Head to this not-so-secret pagehttps://dx.walmart.com/blogs/view/Part-2-Optimized-GenAI-Prompts-to-Try-with-DX-AI-Assistants-36933 and boost your chance of winning goodies! VIEW POST

# Laugh your heart out with Aiyyo Shraddha! Join us for a **live stand-up comedy session** with the sensational **Shraddha Jain (Aiyyo Shraddha** as she takes us on a hilarious ride through life’s quirks. Known for her comedic genius and relatable humor, her take on juggling work and life is sure to leave you feeling uplifted. Date: Nov. 13, 2024 Time: 11-11:45 a.m. Location: In Person - B10, 7th floor, Cafeteria Watch it on Zoomhttps://walmart.zoom.us/j/91522811395 *Seats are limited, so be there early! Remember to book your cabs in advance to the office to join us live VIEW POST

# **Nov. 12 and 13 | ‘Craft a smile’ and spark hope for children in need! ** A kind word or an encouraging thought can truly light up a child’s world! Children’s Day is just around the corner; this year, we are inviting you to ‘Craft a smile’—spark inspiration with your message of hope for children from less privileged homes. ## Say it with a card Express your encouragement for them through heartfelt notes, stories, poems, drawings or paintings—whichever medium speaks to you. Your simple act of kindness might just change someone’s life! Your hand-crafted messages will be personally delivered to the children through our partner NGOs on Children’s Day, Nov. 14. Join us in person, **on Nov. 12 and Nov. 13**. Details below: **Bangalore: Tuesday, Nov. 12 | Cafeterias ** * B10, 7th floor | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. * B11, Ground floor | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. * PWII, 11th floor | Noon-2:30 p.m. **Chennai: Wednesday, Nov. 13 ** 4th floor, Cafeteria | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. VIEW POST

Dear Associates, At Walmart, we are committed to your professional growth and development. To support your journey in acquiring new skills and competencies, we are excited to introduce curated learning pathways from **Harvard Manage Mentor/Spark** platform. **What are Curated Learning Pathways?** Our curated learning pathways are thoughtfully designed courses that focus on essential business and professional skills. These pathways are aligned with our leadership expectations: *Live our values, Embrace Change, Deliver for Customer*, and *Focus on Associates*. Whether you aim to enhance your communication, influencing skill, navigating change, or any other professional skill, pathways provide the resources you need to succeed. **How to Get Started** * Visit **Harvard Manage Mentor/Sparkhttps://walmart.myhbp.org/lde** page. * Click on the **>** icon that appears on the welcome page. * Select the skills you want to learn or develop, save, and close the window. This is a one-time activity. * Visit **Associate Learninghttps://one.walmart.com/content/me-idc/en_in/me/learning/associate-learning.html** page where you will find curated learning pathways. * Click on any pathway link you wish to explore. * You are all set to explore world-class courses created by experts from across the globe. **Benefits** * **Enhance Your Skills**: Equip yourself with the latest knowledge and best practices to excel in your role. * **Career Growth**: Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning can open doors to new opportunities and career advancements. * **Support**: We are here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to the Learning and Development team. **Feedback** If you have any suggestions for adding more learning pathways, please drop a note to GTS L&OD(mailto:gtslod@walmart.com team and we will have them included. We believe that investing in your growth is investing in our collective success. Let’s embark on this learning journey together and unlock our full potential. Warm regards, Team Opportunity Knocks VIEW POST

# PM Launchpad Accelerator Program I recently participated in the Product Management Launchpad Accelerator Program and I am delighted to share my journey with you all. I found that the program provides high-quality material, covering everything from basics to advanced product management strategies. It's ideal for both beginners and those looking to build on their skills. The instructors are experienced product leaders who make the learning experience practical and engaging, with real-world insights and case studies. What really stood out for me were the mentorship sessions. With constant guidance from our mentors, we successfully completed a capstone project with refined problem statements and effective solutions. This program is an excellent choice for anyone new to product management or looking to make a career shift. It will equip you with the skills to launch products that truly make a difference. VIEW POST

At the NVIDIA AI Summit India 2024, Rohit Chatter showcased how Walmart is transforming e-commerce with GenAI. From more intuitive search and item comparisons to enhanced recommendations and reviews, Rohit delved into the power of LLMs in helping customers make smarter shopping decisions. VIEW POST