Once upon a time, canaries were kept in cages in coal mines. If the canary died it signaled to the miners a dangerous buildup of lethal gases such as carbon monoxide that could kill humans as well. It meant it was time to get out before it was too late.
Does anyone really believe that Walmart's margins are still so razor thin that they can't afford to operate despite increases in shoplifting? there's a deeper motive here. more likely than not it correlates with prior moves by walmart stores to close regional administrative buildings in anticipation of an economic downturn more generally. shoplifting is likely just the excuse to prevent a public panic.
They are also losing money because of the self checkouts that they demand we use. People aren't stupid and that is an avenue that can be utilized for stealing. Bring the cashiers back!
Walmart Is Today's Economic Canary In The Coal Mine
Does anyone really believe that Walmart's margins are still so razor thin that they can't afford to operate despite increases in shoplifting? there's a deeper motive here. more likely than not it correlates with prior moves by walmart stores to close regional administrative buildings in anticipation of an economic downturn more generally. shoplifting is likely just the excuse to prevent a public panic.
They are also losing money because of the self checkouts that they demand we use. People aren't stupid and that is an avenue that can be utilized for stealing. Bring the cashiers back!