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Welcome to 8th & Walton -  the premier destination for Walmart supplier education. Our mission is singular: to offer services and solutions that support organizations of all sizes and from anywhere in the world in their efforts to do business more efficiently and effectively with the world's largest and most important retailer.

 

Whether you are looking for courses in a city near you, an online course that will allow you to save time and money or custom and private training held at your facility, 8th & Walton can help.

Courses Available in Bentonville

September 10, 2010

Making the Most of the DRA Report - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

The DRA, or Detailed Replenishment Analysis report is a great tool to identify systemic problems or settings that are causing an item to continually run out of stock.  read more...

September 14, 2010

Beginning Retail Link^® - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

This course takes a hands-on approach to providing an overview of the most common functions of Retail Link^® read more...

September 15, 2010

Intermediate Retail Link^® - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course, you will learn how to move beyond the fundamentals and utilize Retail Link^® to gain visibility to key aspects of your Walmart business. read more...

September 16, 2010

Creating Profitable Rollbacks - 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM - $300

In this competitive retail landscape, it is important to understand the specifics of planning, managing and measuring the performance of Rollback promotions at Walmart. read more...

Store of the Community Analysis - 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM - $300

Are your products in the right stores?  This course will help you identify the demographics of who is purchasing your product, as well as unique store groups and markets within Walmart that are driving your sales. read more...

September 22, 2010

Retail Link^® for Managers - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course we review the most important tools that Retail Link^® has to offer you as a manager responsible for the Walmart account. read more...

September 23, 2010

Outstanding Presentations - 8:30am to 4:00pm 9/23, 8:30am to 12:00pm 9/24 - $750

The key to a successful presentation rarely rests on the message itself, but rather the skill with which the message is delivered.  Become more compelling and less predictable with this class!  read more...

Replenishment & Inventory Management - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course, you will gain an understanding of how to effectively develop and implement strategies in the area of seasonality, forecasting and inventory management. read more...

September 24, 2010

Planning for New Items - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

In this course, we will discuss how to most effectively plan for new items to ensure sell thru and an accurate forecast. read more...

September 28, 2010

Are You Ready for Walmart? - 8:30am - 11:30am - $300

This course provides you with some of the tools you will need to measure your company's readiness to sell to Walmart as well as prepare your presentation for the buyer. read more...

Navigating Supply Chain Reliability - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

Is there such a thing as free money? There is if you learn how to avoid penalties associated with the new Supply Chain Reliability program in place at Walmart and Sam’s Club. Let us help you find free money! read more...

September 29, 2010

Consultation Selling - 8:30am to 4:30pm - $550

Learn how to build and maintain a trusted relationship, resulting in more deals closed at higher margins driving more revenue.  read more...

October 01, 2010

Social Media for Brands. Step One: Building a Listening Station - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $0

What are people on the Web saying about your company, your brand and your competitors? Join us for the first step - creating a listening station - to hear what is being said. read more...

October 05, 2010

Win-Win Negotiations - 8:30am to 4:30pm - $550

Focusing on a mutually beneficial outcome will help you create trusted business partners while building a solid foundation for profit.  read more...

October 06, 2010

Accounting, Invoicing & Deductions - 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM - $300

Learn how to optimize cash flow through effective use of purchase orders, invoicing information and accounting procedures. read more...

October 07, 2010

Advanced Retail Link^® & Analytics - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

This course is designed to take seasoned Retail Link^® users well beyond the basic functionality and examines highly value-added reporting, analysis and sales/profit producing recommendations. read more...

October 08, 2010

Understanding the Walmart Forecast - 11:00AM to 1:00PM - $100

This course will introduce participants to the Walmart forecast and the system that develops it.  Since the Walmart forecast is what drives orders, it is crucially important.  read more...

October 12, 2010

Beginning Retail Link^® - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

This course takes a hands-on approach to providing an overview of the most common functions of Retail Link^® read more...

October 13, 2010

Decision Support Decoded - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

This course is designed to take novice Retail Link^® users deep into the realm of Decision Support. Go beyond a simple item detail query to more fully unlock the wealth of data available. read more...

Excel 2003 for Retail Link^® Users - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $500

Our Excel for Retail Link^® Users course helps you analyze Retail Link data quicker and easier. read more...

October 14, 2010

Building Your Brand Lunch & Learn - 11:00am to 1:00pm - $100

What do people think when your name is mentioned?  Just like a company, you have an association linked with your name.  Learn to create and maintain a positive, professional and trust-worthy reputation for increased sales.  read more...

Introduction to Retail Link^® - 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM - $125

Provides an overview of the system and highlights the basic capabilities of Retail Link^®. read more...

October 15, 2010

Excel 2003 - Pivot Tables and Charts - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

In this course, you will learn how to analyze small or large datasets with just a few mouse clicks.  read more...

October 20, 2010

Shopper Insights Management - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - $975

Now more than ever, shopper insights research is driving every type of strategic decision making at Walmart.  This course provides a road map for thriving in this new and exciting environment. read more...

Advanced Access 2003 for Retail Link^® Users - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $500

Our Advanced Access for Retail Link^® Users course focuses on streamlining the analysis process. read more...

October 21, 2010

Outstanding Presentations - 8:30am to 4:00pm 10/21; 8:30am to 12:00pm 10/22 - $750

The key to a successful presentation rarely rests on the message itself, but rather the skill with which the message is delivered.  Become more compelling and less predictable with this class!  read more...

October 22, 2010

Excel 2003 - Vlookup and More - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

This course is designed to help you analyze your data more effectively with dynamic search tools.  read more...

October 26, 2010

Navigating Supply Chain Reliability - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

Is there such a thing as free money? There is if you learn how to avoid penalties associated with the new Supply Chain Reliability program in place at Walmart and Sam’s Club. Let us help you find free money! read more...

Walmart 101 - Fundamentals - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $250

Whether you are on the front lines or in the corner office, a comprehensive understanding of the Walmart way is critical to the success of your organization. read more...

October 27, 2010

Planning & Forecasting - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

The Planning & Forecasting course examines the role of the planner and analyst, as well as provides an understanding of many strategic planning components (seasonality, exit strategies, assortment planning, etc.). read more...

PowerPoint Excellence - 8:30am to 4:30pm - $500

This course gives you all the power you need to excel in your presentation by properly utilizing PowerPoint as an aid, allowing you to deliver an audience-focused presentation.  read more...

October 28, 2010

Replenishment & Inventory Management - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course, you will gain an understanding of how to effectively develop and implement strategies in the area of seasonality, forecasting and inventory management. read more...

October 29, 2010

Behavioral Styles Lunch & Learn - 11:00am to 1:00pm - $100

Identify various personality types within your company to unlock increased production, motivation and understanding.  read more...

November 02, 2010

Retail Link^® for Managers - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course we review the most important tools that Retail Link^® has to offer you as a manager responsible for the Walmart account. read more...

Advanced Excel - Automating Spreadsheets with Macros - 6:00PM to 9:00PM - $500

Our Advanced Excel course is exactly what you need to take your Excel skills to the next level and boost your productivity!  read more...

November 03, 2010

Excel 2007 for Retail Link^® Users - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $500

This course focuses on navigating efficiently through the new user interface in order to manipulate data. read more...

November 04, 2010

Creating Profitable Rollbacks - 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM - $300

In this competitive retail landscape, it is important to understand the specifics of planning, managing and measuring the performance of Rollback promotions at Walmart. read more...

Store of the Community Analysis - 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM - $300

Are your products in the right stores?  This course will help you identify the demographics of who is purchasing your product, as well as unique store groups and markets within Walmart that are driving your sales. read more...

Advanced Excel - Automating Spreadsheets with Macros - 6:00PM to 9:00PM - $500

Our Advanced Excel course is exactly what you need to take your Excel skills to the next level and boost your productivity!  read more...

November 05, 2010

Access Tips and Tricks - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

In this course, you will learn ways to decrease processing time of large datasets and improve your efficiency.  read more...

November 09, 2010

Beginning Retail Link^® - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

This course takes a hands-on approach to providing an overview of the most common functions of Retail Link^® read more...

November 10, 2010

Intermediate Retail Link^® - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

In this course, you will learn how to move beyond the fundamentals and utilize Retail Link^® to gain visibility to key aspects of your Walmart business. read more...

Introduction to Access 2007 for Retail Link^® Users - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $500

The Introduction to Access 2007 for Retail Link^® course focuses on effectively tracking, reporting, and sharing information utilizing the new user interface. read more...

November 11, 2010

Outstanding Presentations - 8:30am to 4:00pm 11/11; 8:30am to 12:00pm 11/12 - $750

The key to a successful presentation rarely rests on the message itself, but rather the skill with which the message is delivered.  Become more compelling and less predictable with this class!  read more...

Retail Math & Business Analytics - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $500

This course provides a broad understanding of retail finance and its role in the strategic business planning process. read more...

November 12, 2010

Excel 2007 - Vlookup and More - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

This course is designed to help you analyze your data more effectively with dynamic search tools.  read more...

Markup/Markdown Analysis - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM - $100

How can you lower MUMD from year to year and make a positive impact on your maintained margin? read more...

November 16, 2010

Consultation Selling - 8:30am to 4:30pm - $550

Learn how to build and maintain a trusted relationship, resulting in more deals closed at higher margins driving more revenue.  read more...

November 18, 2010

Replenishment & Inventory Management - 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM - $550

In this course, you will gain an understanding of how to effectively develop and implement strategies in the area of seasonality, forecasting and inventory management. read more...

November 30, 2010

Navigating Supply Chain Reliability - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - $550

Is there such a thing as free money? There is if you learn how to avoid penalties associated with the new Supply Chain Reliability program in place at Walmart and Sam’s Club. Let us help you find free money! read more...

December 03, 2010

Behavioral Styles Lunch & Learn - 11:00am to 1:00pm - $100

Identify various personality types within your company to unlock increased production, motivation and understanding.  read more...

December 07, 2010

Win-Win Negotiations - 8:30am to 4:30pm - $550

Focusing on a mutually beneficial outcome will help you create trusted business partners while building a solid foundation for profit.  read more...

December 14, 2010

Building Your Brand Lunch & Learn - 11:00am to 1:00pm - $100

What do people think when your name is mentioned?  Just like a company, you have an association linked with your name.  Learn to create and maintain a positive, professional and trust-worthy reputation for increased sales.  read more...