Psychologists outline why many skip self-checkout

May 1, 2026

Despite the convenience of self-checkout kiosks, many shoppers still choose staffed checkout lanes, even when lines are longer. Experts claim the decision…

How leading retailers are re-thinking the role of the shopping cart

by Fraser Neil — Chief Sales Officer, Cust2Mate

The shopping cart has always been central to the store. In 2026, the retailers pulling ahead are the ones finally treating it as a strategic asset, not just a…

Retailers brace for self-checkout limits

April 29, 2026

Major U.S. retailers including Walmart, Target and Costco are facing potential operational changes as lawmakers in several states move to tighten regulations…

Built to Adapt: How Modular POS Powers the Future of Retail

Adaptability has become the new measure of success in retail. This infographic highlights how Modular POS technology empowers retailers to grow on their own…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Sustainability in Retail: A Strategy for Long-Term Growth

Discover why sustainability is becoming a growth strategy, not just a corporate goal. This blog explores how retailers are reducing waste, improving…

Mobility at the Forefront: How Mobile POS is Redefining Specialty Retail

See how mobile POS is reshaping specialty retail at the moment of decision. This blog explores how retailers are equipping associates to assist customers…

Self-service reshaping retail in Australia

February 3, 2026

Self-service is a preferred checkout option for consumers in Australia but shoppers want improvement in the technology.

Are you sabotaging your self-service?

by Phil Smith — CEO, QPC Group

Looking to the future, it’s clear that organizations will need to increase their data capture of customer journeys if they hope to maximize the productivity of…

How retailers can get in the fast lane with self-check out

by Griffin Unanue — Student, University of Southern California

How do we get into the fast lane of self-checkout? Retailers need to modernize technology and operating models and stop treating self-checkout as a replacement…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 6: The Power of Loyalty-Driven Retail: Engaging Customers Beyond the Sale

In this episode of Let's Talk Retail our Director of Sales Executive Duffy Fron is joined by Troy Stelzer of Xenia Retail. In this video they explore how…

Future-Ready Hospitality: Modularity as a Growth Strategy

Discover how modular technology is transforming hospitality by helping businesses adapt faster and elevate every guest interaction. This blog explores how…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 5: How Produce Recognition Tech is Revolutionizing Self-Checkout

This episode of Let’s Talk Retail explores how AI-powered produce recognition is transforming grocery checkout. Toshiba’s Johanna Hinkle explains how smart…

Building Customer Trust: How Retailers Can Create Secure and Seamless Shopping Experiences

Learn how retailers can foster customer confidence through seamless and secure interactions. This blog uncovers the role of strong data protection, convenient…

California ordinance limits self-checkout use in Long Beach

October 6, 2025

An ordinance in Long Beach, California is leading to the closure of self-checkout kiosks in some grocery and drug stores.

Resilient Retail: Building Agile and Secure Operations to Combat Labor Shortages and Shrink

From intelligent automation and real-time monitoring to integrated loss prevention tools, the most resilient retail operations are those that can respond to…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Living on the Edge: Why Edge Processing is the Future of In-Store Camera Intelligence

Edge processing is transforming retail camera intelligence by shifting analytics from servers to AI enabled devices. This white paper highlights real time…

Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.

Morrisons taps Instacart for AI-powered shopping carts

September 15, 2025

Morrisons, a U.K. grocer, is partnering with Instacart to deliver Caper Carts to its grocery aisles, marking Instacart's first retail collaboration to deploy…

Sheetz store rebuild features kiosks, self-checkout

September 15, 2025

Sheetz has begun a rebuild of its store and gas station at Huyetts Crossroads, near Hagerstown, MD and expects the location to re-open in early 2026.

Let's Talk Retail Episode 2: How Retailers Can Thrive in the Evolving Buyer Landscape

Retailers must adapt to shifting buyer behavior as shoppers discover and engage with brands in new ways. This video highlights changing consumer research…

Let's Talk Retail Episode 3: Innovating With Confidence

Discover how embracing adaptive technology, strategic partnerships, and microservices can empower retailers to test, scale, and succeed in today’s retail…