Self-Checkout Booming: Guide for Retailers to Enhance Customer Experience

In Supermarket Together, managing a bustling store solo can be challenging. This guide focuses on self-checkout terminals – a valuable tool for easing the workload.

How to Build a Self-Checkout Terminal

Building a self-checkout is simple. Access the Builder Menu (press Tab) and locate the self-checkout option. Construction costs $2,500.

Is a Self-Checkout Worth the Investment?

Self-checkout terminals alleviate pressure on staffed registers, reducing customer wait times and the risk of shoplifting due to long queues. However, early-game investment might be better directed towards stocking shelves or hiring employees for manned counters, especially with multiplayer assistance.

Self-checkout terminals also present a trade-off: they increase the likelihood of shoplifting. Therefore, upgrading store security is crucial when implementing self-checkout.

Later in the game, or on higher difficulty settings, the increased customer traffic and associated challenges (more trash, more theft) make self-checkout a worthwhile investment to maintain efficient store operations. Consider it a strategic tool for solo players navigating the late-game complexities.