Illinois Target Stores Roll Out New Self-Checkout Policy

Target stores nationwide, including in Illinois, have rolled out a new self-checkout policy customers should be aware of.

I've been a loyal Target customer for years and have always been a fan of the convenience of their in-store pickup area, online order drive-up stalls, and self-checkout lanes. If I could give Target one major compliment, it's that their self-checkout kiosks have never broken down while I'm using it where I have to wait or assistance!

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Amid news that Walmart stores across the country are slowly getting rid of self-service lanes and Costco allowing only members to use the "express" lanes, none of that is happening over at Target stores. Don't worry.

In a Press Release, Target representatives revealed they are making storewide changes to make their overall checkout experience even more enjoyable. This might actually get you in and out of the store much faster and I'm here for it!

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Illinois Target Stores Roll Out New Self-Checkout Policy

How do you feel about a "10 items or less" rule at self-checkout?

If it makes everything more efficient and flow better, I don't see a problem with it.

"Target reported that they had tested the limited self-checkout policy at around 200 stores last year. They found that the self-checkout process was twice as fast in the express lanes when shoppers were limited to 10 items." [TODAY]

As of March 17th, each location has started setting their own "hours" for self-checkout lanes, but will always be open during the busiest shopping times.

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If you're a traditional shopper and love a regular checkout lane with some human interaction, there are some changes coming your way, too! Target announced they're adding more cashiers to have more regular lanes open.