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Retail Technology

Valley Natural Foods Implements Self-Checkout Lanes

by Tom Vogel

The cost of launching self-checkout came in significantly under budget, and the co-op is already reaping the benefits. Customers use the lanes for more than 30% of transactions, allowing the co-op to trim front-end schedules and raise staff wages while reducing overall labor costs. 

Self-checkout: A Valued Option

by Kelly Wichert

Is your co-op considering self-checkout? Retail data trends show that shoppers value having the choice of self-checkout. Planning is key. The options are plenty. The initial spend is significant. Read about The Merc Co+op’s recent installation of self-checkout, potential configurations and important considerations.

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