This isn't the first time Wal-Mart has tried blogging. But it is the first time the retail giant is letting employees post their real opinions about the products they're stocking on store shelves -- whether glowing or highly critical. BNET's David Weir looks at Wal-Mart's latest Web initiative, called "Check Out." Plus, if you missed BNET's in-depth look at the challenges Wal-Mart is facing, read on.

Wal-Mart Takes a Chance on Bloggers
The company decides to let employee bloggers have their say about Wal-Mart products. Will it help improve Wal-Mart's image?

What Happened to Wal-Mart
A quick recap on what's bringing the company down.

A Recovery Strategy
How the big-box chain plans to make a comeback.

The Experts' Take
What will it take to revitalize Wal-Mart? BNET asked industry experts what they think the world's largest retailer needs to do to regain momentum.

How Carbon-Conscious Companies Get Ahead
Global Green's Ruben Aronin explains how to save money by going green and becoming more efficient.

The New Green Market -- Lucrative and Luxurious
Hotelier Deirdre Wallace combined the best of two markets with her Ambrose Hotel: eco-friendly and luxurious. Here's a look at how she launched the award-winning hotel.

How Well Does Your Company Learn?
Every organization must learn or die -- learn about itself, the competition, the market, the world. BNET's Sean Silverthorne has the details on a new Harvard Business Review article that tackles the subject.

Do the Candidates Understand the Knowledge Economy?
While the presidential candidates are busy underscoring here-and-now issues such as Iraq, universal healthcare, and the subprime fallout, they are yet to address a fundamental issue with the business community: American competitiveness.

Why Trust Matters Online
Three reasons why earning the trust of online consumers can make or break your company.

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