Kroger stores across the U.S. are facing checkout backlash after self-checkout kiosks began asking cash customers to ...

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 ...

Retailers hoped to save big on labor costs by introducing self-checkout lanes. Recent moves from the biggest retailers suggest it's proving harder than expected. It seems many stores still need real ...