Archive for December, 2009
Speeding up the Checkout
Thursday, December 10th, 2009It’s certainly a fact that the checkout is time-consuming. But there are definite ways to speed up the process. Here are some suggestions that have worked for me.
- Have your loyalty card ready (if unavailable your phone number usually does the trick.)
- Make sure all you coupons are readily available. I like to put each coupon in the front of my file as I pick up the product. That way I never miss a deduction.
- Check your coupons-they must match the item exactly. Scanners automatically verify this.
- Try and stack similar items on the conveyor belt so the packer can keep all like and perishable items together. This is especially helpful in the summer.
- Check your register receipt before leaving the store to make sure you received all the store’s specials. If not, a quick trip to the courtesy desk can resolve these issues.
That’s it. Each trick to save time and money is always worthwhile.

