Walmart Alters Course: Drops Self-Checkout Expansion Amidst Customer Concerns
Shopping often takes longer due to struggIes finding items and lengthy checkout lines. Many retailers, including Walmart, introduced self-checkout lanes to combat these challenges.
Walmart even launched “Scan and Go” technology, aiming to speed up shopping. However, this strategy encountered setbacks. Customers disliked the added responsibilities and missed the human touch. Randy Parraz from Making Change at Walmart noted, “You can’t convince customers to do the job of a cashier just because you don’t want to pay for the work.”
Responding to such feedback, Walmart decided to shift its focus. Instead of expanding automation, it will hire more cashiers to enhance customer service.
This move highIights a renewed commitment to customer satisfaction and interaction. The lesson learned from Walmart’s change in direction is that maintaining a balance between efficiency and positive experiences is crucial for businesses, as the human connection remains pivotal even in an increasingIy automated world.
In 1983, a 16-pound baby caught everyone’s attention: You won’t believe what he looks like now!
In 1983, Patricia Clarke, then 24, had a strong feeling that her baby was about to get bigger. There were many big babies in her family, but the size of her newborn still surprised her.
Patricia gave birth to Kevin Robert Clark, who weighed an astonishing 16 pounds, making him possibly the largest baby born at Community Memorial Hospital and possibly in New Jersey at the time. Despite his size, Kevin was perfectly healthy, although he did not fit into a standard crib and his baby clothes were too small.
Kevin’s extraordinary height quickly made him famous, with appearances on popular shows such as Saturday Night Live and Good Morning America. As he grew up, his height continued to make headlines. By age 12, he was already 5’7″ and continued to grow. By the time he reached middle school, he was 6’5″ and he didn’t stop there.
Kevin humorously tells the New York Post: “Not a day goes by that someone doesn’t ask me how tall I am. I like to joke that I’m 5’9″. When people ask if I play basketball, I ask them if they play mini golf.”
Now 40, Kevin is a former soldier who lives with his 6’1″ wife and their Great Dane. He has grown to an impressive height of 6’9″, which he easily manages.
Check out the video below to learn more about Kevin’s incredible journey. Despite the challenges of growing up in the spotlight, it seems that Kevin has adapted well. We wish him all the best as he continues his journey! Please SHARE this amazing story with your family and friends!
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