Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Being Watched at the Self-Checkout Line

Is it just me or do you feel like the employees are watching you in the self-checkout line at the grocery store?

When I'm in a hurry and don't feel like interacting with people (admit it, we all have those days), I like using the self-checkout. I usually don't have to wait in a line and it is "supposedly" faster.... But is it? You have to ask for help when you can't scan a certain item and you have to make sure you set the scanned item down on just the right spot. And then, there is an employee who is basically eye-balling your every move.

So what's the point of these self-checkouts when you still need employees to help you?
What do you think about self-checkout lines? Do you use them?
Where do you think the future of grocery shopping is headed?

I look forward to your responses!