Which military-developed technology was first adapted for retail use in the 1970s and revolutionized inventory management and product tracking worldwide?

Military history has profoundly influenced retail strategies and consumer trends throughout the ages. From wartime rationing systems to military technology adapted for retail use, the intersection of military history and consumer shopping reveals fascinating connections. This poll explores how military innovations and events shaped modern retail practices that we now take for granted in our shopping experiences.

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Barcode scanning technology, initially developed for tracking military supplies during Vietnam
RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification), first used to track aircraft in WWII before becoming a retail inventory solution
Touchscreen interfaces, originally designed for fighter jet cockpits before being adapted for retail kiosks
GPS tracking systems, developed by the Navy for missile guidance before being used for retail supply chain management