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business2 years ago

"Costco's Crackdown: New Scanners to Enforce Membership Policy"

Costco is testing new technology to verify membership cards at certain locations in an effort to crack down on non-members using shared cards, with employees also asking customers to show their IDs to match the photo on the card. The company aims to improve the member experience and prevent unauthorized usage, potentially boosting revenue and reducing shoplifting, while also instructing employees to spot-check for membership cards at self-checkout lines. The new membership verification method's potential nationwide expansion remains unclear, and official Costco memberships cost $60 for Gold Star and $120 for Executive.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
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business2 years ago

"Costco Implements Pre-Entry Membership Verification to Curb Sharing"

Costco is cracking down on membership sharing by requiring photo ID at self-checkout lanes to deter non members from using members' cards for discounts. The company is also testing a scanner that would require both the membership card and a photo ID to enter the store, aiming to streamline the checkout process. Costco memberships cost $60 for regular service and $120 for executive cards, with the ability to share the account with one other household member and bring two guests on each visit.

via MLive.com|
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business2 years ago

"Costco Trials Advanced Scanning System to Prevent Membership Sharing"

Costco is testing new technology to crack down on membership sharing by asking shoppers to scan their membership cards at store entrances. This move comes as the wholesale club has introduced self-checkout registers, making it easier for non-members to access benefits meant for paying members. The chain has also started asking shoppers to present photo identification along with their physical membership cards at self-checkout registers. Costco operates 871 warehouses, including 600 in the United States.

via CBS News|
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business2 years ago

Costco Implements Stricter Measures Against Membership Sharing

Costco is cracking down on membership sharing by requiring identification at all registers, including self-checkout lanes. The popular shopping secret of using someone else's membership card or QR code to access Costco's low prices without paying an annual fee will no longer be possible. The company stated that nonmember shoppers had been using other people's membership cards in the self-checkout lanes, which goes against Costco's policy of nontransferable membership cards. The move aims to ensure that nonmembers do not receive the same benefits and pricing as members.

via The New York Times|
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business2 years ago

Costco Implements In-Store Spot Checks to Curb Membership Card Sharing

Costco is cracking down on membership sharing by conducting spot checks at self-checkout counters to identify non-members. The retail giant expanded self-checkout to more stores and noticed an increase in card sharing abuse. Costco requires members to show their ID cards upon entering the store and at checkout, with the basic membership allowing one additional person from the same address. Costco's business model relies on membership fees to offset operational expenses and maintain low prices.

via NBC Bay Area|
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business2 years ago

Costco tightens membership sharing policies with ID checks.

Costco is cracking down on unauthorized use of its memberships by asking for photo identification at self-service checkout registers. The move is seen as an effort to boost revenue as consumers cut back on spending due to rising inflation. The company has nearly 125 million authorized cardholders in the U.S. and Canada, which contributes more to its bottom line than actual sales. Costco also says requiring proof of membership reduces shoplifting.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
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business2 years ago

Costco Implements Crackdown on Membership Sharing

Costco is cracking down on nonmembers using memberships that don't belong to them to shop at the store. The company recently expanded its self-checkout and noticed nonmembers were taking advantage there. Costco is now asking to see their membership card with their photo at their self-service checkout registers. Netflix recently started cracking down on subscription sharing, limiting subscriptions to a household.

via CBS News|
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