The Self-Checkout in Retail market in Europe is Expected to Witness Significant Growth at a CAGR of 15.50% During the Forecast Period (2023–2032): MRFR

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “global Self-Checkout in the Retail Market” that contains the information from 2023 to 2032.

Self Checkout in Retail Market highlights

The Self-Checkout in the Retail Market is predicted to reach USD 12.07 Billion by 2032, registering a 15.50% CAGR during the forecast period, 2023–2032. In this report, Market Research Future (MRFR) includes the segmentation and dynamics of the market to offer a better glimpse of the market in the next few years. The global Self-Checkout in the Retail market is expected to witness substantial growth during the forecast period, primarily due to the shorter lines and faster checkout and better store capacity is driving the growth of the market.

Self-checkouts (SCOs), also known as assisted checkouts (ACOs) or self-service checkouts, are machines that provide a mechanism for customers to complete their own transactions from a retailer without needing a traditional staffed checkout. The use of SCOs eliminates the need for one-on-one worker assistance as customers scan item barcodes before paying for their entire purchase. Self-checkouts are typically utilized in supermarkets, though they can also be found in a convenience or department stores.

The self-checkout gives customers another way to complete their shopping experience with more control. The use of self-checkout increasing due to speedy checkout and minimal human interaction is a factor expected to fuel the growth of the market in the near future. The demand for self-checkout is increasing, as they can buy while listening to a podcast or relaxing from a busy day at work which drive the growth of the global market. In addition, the self-checkout includes the option to switch language, which makes it easier for customers who speak a different language to check out. They can follow the instructions on the screen to scan items and pay instead of struggling to communicate with the cashier. Because of the perceived time savings, they can get from using a self-checkout and customers come to love the self-checkout system even more. As self-checkout can customize orders, make changes to the transactions, and decide on how to pay for purchases to a retail customer are other factors expected to fuel the growth of the global market.

Major companies are focused on product launches, in order to expand the product portfolio. For instance, Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in driving connected commerce for the retail and financial industries, is pleased to announce the release of the Vynamic Retail Platform. This cloud-native software solution will power the retail of the future. The modular platform provides retailers the functionality and flexibility they require to succeed in today's rapidly changing customer needs environment.

Segmental Analysis

The global Self-Checkout in the Retail market has been segmented based on offerings, model type, mounting type, end user, and region.

Based on offerings, the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market segmentation includes Hardware, Software, and Services. The Hardware segment held the majority share in 2022.

Based on model type, the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market segmentation includes Cash Model Type and Cashless Model Type. The Cash Model Type segment held the majority share in 2022.  

Based on mounting type, the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market segmentation includes Stand-Alone Mounting Type, Wall-Mounted And Countertop Mounting Type, and Mobile. The Stand-Alone Mounting Type segment held the majority share in 2022.

Based on end-user type, the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market segmentation includes Supermarkets & Hypermarkets, Department Stores, Convenience Stores, and Others. The Supermarkets & Hypermarkets segment held the majority share in 2022.

Regional Analysis

Geographically, the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America.

The Europe Self-Checkout in the Retail market accounted for ~39.5% market share in 2022. The European market for self-checkout in retail has been experiencing tremendous growth over the forecasted period due to a shortage of labor forces and a rising in several retail outlets in the region. Moreover, the region has also seen a positive response from customers for using self-checkout technology. In 2020 Krudivat a Dutch pharmaceutical company deployed 1,200 self-checkout systems in Netherlands and Belgium region. Due to the limited workforce and rising pay scales, many retailers are opting for self-checkout systems in the region.

The rise in consumer awareness and acceptance of technology are the major factors driving the demand for technology in the region. The COVID-19 pandemic has also accelerated the adoption of self-service technology in the region due to the limited availability of labor forces that arose due to migration caused during the pandemic.

The North American market is expected to witness significant growth for self-checkout systems during the forecasted period. The region is among early adopters of new technology. The region being home to rich economies such as the US and Canada provides an ideal demand for the self-checkout system market. Retailers in North America are embracing self-checkout technology. For instance, in US Amazon has expanded the technology in its locations such as in fresh grocery stores. Moreover, Hudson group opened its first self-checkout store in Dallas Love Field Airport. Additionally, Dollar General an American chain of a variety of stores is working on implementing self-checkout technology in its chain of more than 18,000 stores.

Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest growth rate. The major growth region is increasing preference of customers for the personalized shopping experience and increasing technological innovation in the region is the major growth factor.

Key Players

Some of the prominent players operating in the global Self-Checkout in the Retail market include Acrelec (France), KIOSK Group, Gilbarco Inc, Pan-Oston, StrongPoint, Flooid, CCL, Pyramid Computer GmbH, 4POS AG, Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated, ECR Software Corporation, FUJITSU, ITAB Group, NCR Corporation, and Zebra Technologies.