Megasuper, Costa Rica’s leading retailer, has announced the installation of the Self Checkout System 7 by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions in its stores. This move marks Megasuper as one of the first retailers in the country to offer consumers enhanced shopping experiences through innovative self-checkout options.

“Megasuper needed a trusted solution partner for its technological advancement journey. Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions is proud to empower them with agile technology that meets the needs of today’s consumers and retail environments and can be adapted and customized to advance with the business changes of tomorrow,” said Eugene Shvartsman, SVP Americas Sales at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. “Utilizing the Self Checkout System 7 reaffirms Megasuper’s commitment to being a technology leader in the region.”

Megasuper’s 78 stores place the retailer firmly as the second-largest retailer in Costa Rica, playing a vital role in shaping the region’s retail landscape. Their recent decision to implement self-checkout solutions highlights the company’s dedication to harnessing cutting-edge technology to cater to the changing preferences of their customers, streamline store operations, boost sales, and ensure security and fraud prevention. According to a retail industry report by Incisiv, 97% of retailers emphasize the importance of innovation in their future growth strategies. The Self Checkout System 7 enhances the checkout experience for shoppers and is designed for easy adoption and operation by store associates.

“Megasuper is a leading retailer in Costa Rica thanks to our amazing shoppers. We are implementing self-checkout technology to provide enhanced shopping experiences and better customer service, which is a top priority for our company. Toshiba’s cutting-edge technology, trusted consulting guidance, and expert support services all align with our goals to better connect with our shoppers and reaffirm Megasuper as a technology-driven retail leader,” said Jonathan Velasquez, CIO at Megasuper. “Strategic technology solutions like the Self Checkout System 7 are the future of retail and will play an important role in delivering an unparalleled experience to our customers.”

To bring the in-store self-checkout experience to life, Toshiba teamed with leading regional industry partners Rhiscom and GBM to provide integration and service support. Rhiscom is a premier solutions integrator that seamlessly incorporated Megasuper’s current point-of-sale software into the new Self Checkout System 7 systems. GBM is a leader in technology services. Its highly trained and committed professionals provide advice, technological solutions integration, and support services to Megasuper.

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