When was the first commercial barcode scanner used in a retail store, launching the era of automated checkout and retail analytics?

The retail landscape was forever changed with the introduction of barcode scanning technology. This innovation revolutionized inventory management, checkout speed, and data collection capabilities for retailers worldwide. Test your knowledge about this pivotal invention that transformed how stores track products and analyze purchasing patterns, setting the foundation for today's sophisticated retail analytics systems.

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June 26, 1974, when a pack of Wrigley's chewing gum was scanned at Marsh Supermarket in Ohio
January 15, 1968, when a Campbell's soup can was scanned at Kroger in Cincinnati
October 3, 1980, when a carton of milk was scanned at Safeway in California
March 12, 1972, when a box of Tide detergent was scanned at Walmart in Arkansas