The Paradox of Retail Automation: How Self-Checkout Convenience Contrasts with Loyalty to Human Cashiers

Authors

  • Md. Nizamuddin Faculty of Business and Economics, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Vineel Mouli Natakam Sr SAP Order to Cash Consultant, Cardinal Pharma Modernization, Venture Dr, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
  • Dipakkumar Kanubhai Sachani Business Analyst, Arth Energy Corporation, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
  • Sai Charan Reddy Vennapusa SAP S4 Hana Principal Functional Application Developer, Caridnal Healthcare, 7000 Cardinal Pl, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
  • Srinivas Addimulam Software Engineer, CNET Global Solutions Inc., 909 E Collins Blvd, Richardson, TX, 75081, USA
  • Kishore Mullangi Staff Site Reliability Engineer, Visa Inc., Austin, TX, USA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18034/ajhal.v6i2.751

Keywords:

Automation vs. Human Interaction, Retail Technology, Checkout Systems, Retail Automation, Self-Checkout Convenience, Human Cashiers, Customer Loyalty, Retail Paradox

Abstract

The paradox of retail automation lies at the intersection of self-checkout convenience and consumer loyalty to human cashiers. This study explores consumer preferences, behaviors, and perceptions regarding self-checkout and human cashier experiences in retail. The study examines the dynamics of checkout experience preferences, usage patterns, and demographic variations through consumer surveys and analysis of key performance indicators. Significant findings highlight the enduring value of human interaction in the retail experience despite the efficiency gains offered by self-checkout technology. The study underscores the importance of balancing efficiency with personalized service, recommending strategies such as hybrid checkout models, staff training, and technological optimization. Policy implications emphasize the need for regulations prioritizing consumer protection and workforce development in an increasingly automated retail landscape. By understanding and addressing the paradox of retail automation, retailers and policymakers can navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by automation while preserving the human touch that remains integral to the retail experience.

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Published

2019-12-31

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Vol. 6 No. 2 (2019): July - December Issue

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Nizamuddin, M., Natakam, V. M., Sachani, D. K., Vennapusa, S. C. R., Addimulam, S., & Mullangi, K. (2019). The Paradox of Retail Automation: How Self-Checkout Convenience Contrasts with Loyalty to Human Cashiers. Asian Journal of Humanity, Art and Literature, 6(2), 219-232. https://doi.org/10.18034/ajhal.v6i2.751
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