One of the first things Walmart suppliers notice when they begin working with Walmart’s Luminate™ is the difference between the names of the columns and the familiar Decision Support column names. *
To help you, 8th & Walton has selected six renamed, frequently-used terms and the reasons behind those changes.
DSS COLUMN NAME > LUMINATE™ COLUMN NAME
Item Nbr > Walmart Item Number
This change reflects Walmart’s branding and provides clear, recognizable terms for item tracking, making it more intuitive for users, especially new users.
Item Desc 1 > Item Name
This change aligns with standard product naming conventions and reduces confusion by eliminating the previous terminology, which could be ambiguous to new users.
UPC > Walmart UPC Number
This change makes the reporting data more uniform across platforms and clearly indicates that it’s the Walmart-specific UPC.
Vendor Stk Nbr > Vendor Stock ID
This change provides clearer labeling, using a more widely recognized term across industries.
Net Ship Qty > Net Receipt Quantity – This Year AND Gross Ship Qty > Gross Receipt Quantity – This Year
These updated and expanded terms help users distinguish between net and gross amounts more clearly.
How to find the names of other column re-names in Luminate™
Luminate™ includes features to make these column name changes more accessible. When selecting a column, hover over it, and a gray box will appear, providing the column’s current name, alias name (the previous name used in Decision Support), and a brief description of what it represents. This hover functionality makes it easy to transition without needing to memorize every new name.
If you need help with names and data attributes
To access support directly within Luminate™:
- Click the three lines at the top right of your Luminate™ dashboard.
- Locate and select the Support button.
- Within the Support page, find the Attributes and Glossary section.
- Here, you can access the Data Dictionary (also available at https://www.walmartluminate.com/dataDictionary).
The Data Dictionary enables you to search for specific columns, view current definitions, and get more context on each column’s function and data scope.
If you need further help
Luminate™ Basic can make a supplier’s work easier, but learning it can take time and be frustrating. 8th & Walton has experts who can help you learn Luminate™ accurately and quickly so you feel confident about your work. You can get answers directly from a person with decades of Walmart experience who is ready up to the minute with Luminate™. Our team is happy to assist you.
8th & Walton also has set up Luminate™ Hub to help Walmart suppliers. To learn more about the Luminate™ Basic class or other services, please complete the contact form below for more information.
Final thoughts
Understanding these new names and using Luminate’s™ built-in tools will streamline your reporting processes and help you make the most of Walmart’s data. As Luminate™ continues to evolve, learn the key differences and know how to access support resources. That will make your work easier and more accurate — and make you an even better Walmart supplier.
*Walmart is changing the name of its data system from Luminate™ to Scintilla.
Contact us today to learn more about how 8th & Walton can help you build your business with Walmart.
Get your free consultation today and take your Walmart strategy to the next level!
