In 1986, a company named CheckRobot invented self-checkouts. They claimed to reduce long lines, human interaction, make checkout lanes faster and reduce labor costs. These self-checkouts reduced ...

Yet another Walmart shopper claims one of the store’s locations is limiting self-checkout usage to Walmart+ subscribers. Licia (@auntielici) posted a viral TikTok that’s accrued over 937,000 ...

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Disgruntled customers have slammed Kroger for its "ridiculous" self-checkout system as they urge the retail chain to get rid ...

MAJOR high street brands have gone cashless after adopting strict card-only rules. Restaurants, cafes, bakeries and supermarkets are amongst the list of chains that have decided to opt out of ...

In the bustling aisles of Coles, a supermarket chain familiar to every Australian, shoppers have stumbled upon a puzzling feature that’s been hiding in plain sight. It’s a small detail at the checkout ...

Self-checkout (SCO) has evolved from a cost-saving measure to a strategic enabler of modern retail. Driven by consumer demand for speed and convenience, retailers have rapidly adopted SCO ...

Zara Philippines has reopened in Makati City, which is now the Spanish retail brand's flagship store in the country. The newly-renovated space, spanning 1,700 square meters, now has three floors ...

Self-checkout lanes were introduced as a way to provide convenience, but for many shoppers, they’ve become more of a hassle than a help. Many grocery stores are using self-checkout as a way to cut ...