Walmart is removing self-checkouts due to high theft rates.

Walmart is rolling back self-checkouts due to high theft rates, despite initially implementing them for staffing reasons or cost-cutting. The decision to close the self-checkouts leads to confusion and longer waiting times, as some stores have more self-checkout lanes than manned ones. The main reason for this change is to address theft, also known as the "old five-finger-discount."

July 21, 2024
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