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Old 10-05-2023, 12:39 PM   #17
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Originally Posted by John Mercier View Post
I haven't been in since the remodel, but I was told that McDonald's placed a self-serve cashier in the system to lower the cost of counter help.

I know my bank pushes using my debit card, I suspect that even the cost of the ATM network is something they are looking to discharge.
Yes, I've been in a couple Dunkin Donuts and 1 McDonalds where there were only the kiosks to order and pay for the food. Was also in an airport bar in LaGuardia a month ago and it was QR code only to order and pay.

Automation is only going to continue to expand as the replacement for many low-skill jobs.
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