Retailers embrace self-service technology, at the expense of jobs

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.4369450.1508867263!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_460/walmart-greeter-self-checkout-automation.jpg Retailers are racing to adopt new technologies, like the self-scanner Walmart has rolled out in 22 Canadian stores, to stay competitive in a challenging industry. But experts say the trend toward automation threatens more jobs in a sector that is already slashing head counts.


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