IDG Contributor Network: Why would Goliath buy a coyote?

At first glance, Walmart’s purchase of controlling interest in India’s e-commerce leader, Flipkart, has only minimal relevance to CIOs.  There are, however, lessons that apply to every technology leader.Walmart is a Goliath in the retail sector. It is no longer the biggest retailer, but its size and expertise provide distinct advantages that include the ability to pull off a $16 billion purchase for a majority stake in Flipkart.Walmart does many things exceptionally well, and i