Target Is Testing 10-Item Restriction At Self-Checkout Areas

Retail theft has been on the rise in recent months which is another reason retailers are moving to limit or oversee the option of self-checkout lanes.

Target is set to soon test restrictions in regards to self-checkout areas.

The retailer is planning to limit self-checkout shoppers to 10 items. The decision was made in order to heighten the customer experience and specifically reduce wait times.

The change will only affect a small number of stores during its trial phase and it is unclear at this time whether the idea would be implemented at additional stores in the future.

In addition to Target, several Walmart locations have recently made the move to deter shoppers from the self-checkout areas by getting rid of the option all together.

Retail theft has been on the rise in recent months which is another reason retailers are moving to limit or oversee the option of self-checkout lanes, where theft has become more common.