Walmart and Microsoft team up on cloud computing in bid against Amazon

Walmart and Microsoft are doubling down in their offensive against Amazon. The retail giant said Tuesday it was entering into a strategic partnership with Microsoft on'digital transformation' that will involve Walmart leveraging the firm's Azure cloud solutions. The five-year agreement is aimed at helping Walmart compete better against Amazon, which is taking a growing share of retail sales in the United States and globally. Walmart said Tuesday it was entering into a strategic partnership with Microsoft on'digital transformation' that will involve Walmart leveraging the firm's Azure cloud solutions Microsoft and Walmart said the partnership was focused on using artificial intelligence and other technology tools to help manage costs, expand operations and innovate faster. 'Walmart's commitment to technology is centered around creating incredibly convenient ways for customers to shop and empowering associates to do their best work,' said Walmart CEO Doug McMillon.