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MUScoop => The Superbar => Topic started by: jesmu84 on December 05, 2016, 06:27:18 PM

Title: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: jesmu84 on December 05, 2016, 06:27:18 PM
https://www.youtube.com/v/NrmMk1Myrxc
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: Dr. Blackheart on December 05, 2016, 08:22:12 PM
In the late 80's, we had robotic drink and French fry systems operational at McDonalds along with self-ordering kiosks. Also had an order accuracy scale at the drive through that could tell if an order was wrong based on the ring and weight.  They all worked perfectly.  A few of these systems still exist but they break and cannot replace people.  More so, people go to the store or restaurant to socialize as they are lonely.

Ever go to the deli counter on a Saturday?   
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: jesmu84 on December 05, 2016, 08:34:02 PM
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on December 05, 2016, 08:22:12 PM
In the late 80's, we had robotic drink and French fry systems operational at McDonalds along with self-ordering kiosks. Also had an order accuracy scale at the drive through that could tell if an order was wrong based on the ring and weight.  They all worked perfectly.  A few of these systems still exist but they break and cannot replace people.  More so, people go to the store or restaurant to socialize as they are lonely.

Ever go to the deli counter on a Saturday?   

I understand and agree with you, somewhat. Here's the thing though. If it's cost-prohibitive to keep an employee vs a machine, especially where the machine is more efficient/accurate, you're going to lose the employee through the employer's decision.
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: Benny B on December 05, 2016, 10:35:39 PM
This has been in the works ever since RF tech really took off.  Frankly, I'm surprised it took this long for someone to actually do it.

Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: rocket surgeon on December 06, 2016, 05:30:59 AM
machines don't pilfer and fewer HR problems
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: vogue65 on December 06, 2016, 05:39:46 AM
Unemployed people, especially young men, create instability and civil unrest, a concept probably beyond the comprehension of engineers and accountants.  Good news for lawyers and jailers.
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: rocket surgeon on December 06, 2016, 06:47:11 PM
Quote from: vogue65 on December 06, 2016, 05:39:46 AM
Unemployed people, especially young men, create instability and civil unrest, a concept probably beyond the comprehension of engineers and accountants.  Good news for lawyers and jailers.

and the young women do.......what?  hope ya either got a small foot or a big mouth.  my guess is the latter ;D
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: jesmu84 on December 06, 2016, 06:57:58 PM
Quote from: rocket surgeon on December 06, 2016, 06:47:11 PM
and the young women do.......what?  hope ya either got a small foot or a big mouth.  my guess is the latter ;D

Uh... what?
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: vogue65 on December 06, 2016, 09:45:10 PM
Quote from: rocket surgeon on December 06, 2016, 06:47:11 PM
and the young women do.......what?  hope ya either got a small foot or a big mouth.  my guess is the latter ;D

You're right, I  take the widest "tray" in the office.
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: Benny B on December 07, 2016, 10:30:21 AM
Quote from: jesmu84 on December 06, 2016, 06:57:58 PM
Uh... what?

I believe the first part of the question is what do young, unemployed women do while the young, unemployed men are out creating civil unrest.  Not sure I picked up on the last part... something about unemployment leading to hoof & mouth disease perhaps?
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: Frenns Liquor Depot on December 07, 2016, 10:35:03 AM
Quote from: Benny B on December 07, 2016, 10:30:21 AM
I believe the first part of the question is what do young, unemployed women do while the young, unemployed men are out creating civil unrest.  Not sure I picked up on the last part... something about unemployment leading to hoof & mouth disease perhaps?

My rocket de-coder ring says that he was trying to call someone else out for sticking their foot in their mouth and potentially offending others - you know because he has experience there.
Title: Re: Bye, bye cashiers
Post by: PBRme on December 08, 2016, 10:09:54 AM
Quote from: Dr. Blackheart on December 05, 2016, 08:22:12 PM
In the late 80's, we had robotic drink and French fry systems operational at McDonalds along with self-ordering kiosks. Also had an order accuracy scale at the drive through that could tell if an order was wrong based on the ring and weight.  They all worked perfectly.  A few of these systems still exist but they break and cannot replace people.  More so, people go to the store or restaurant to socialize as they are lonely.

Ever go to the deli counter on a Saturday?   

I guess I'm in the minority in that I am more interested in getting my order quickly and correct.
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