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Walgreens opened an automated micro-fulfillment centre in Kent, Washington, announced 30 July 2026, designed to support 196 Walgreens stores across the region by centralising and streamlining prescription fulfillment. The facility shifts routine dispensing volume away from store pharmacies so branch staff can concentrate on clinical services and same-day pickup. Micro-fulfillment build-out has accelerated across US retail pharmacy as operators seek to cut per-script handling costs while protecting delivery speed.