Green retail: promoting sustainability with Scan & Go app

1. Introduction

Sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a decisive competitive factor. With BEEP! Scan & Go not only create a modern self-checkout experience, but also reduce paper consumption and CO₂ emissions along your checkout processes. Learn how to implement your green retail strategy effectively.

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2. Digital Receipt & Eco KPI

2.1 Switching to digital receipts

• Automatic PDF or app receipts instead of paper receipts

2.2 Measure savings potential

• Reduction of paper costs per transaction
• CO₂ balance per printed document vs. digital document

2.3 Eco KPIs in your dashboard

• Bons waiver rate (percentage of digital receipts)
• CO₂ savings in kg CO₂e per month
• Target tracking and reporting

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3. Energy-efficient hardware (5 min.)

3.1 Selecting green devices

• Certified Energy Star terminals and scanners
• Battery-powered handheld scanners with power-save mode

3.2 Smart charging cycles

• Automatic sleep function during off-peak hours
• Centralized management via BEEP!

3.3 Durability & Maintenance

• Predictive maintenance alerts for early detection
• Extended life cycles thanks to modular components

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4. Supply chain transparency

4.1 Make product provenance visible

• Displaying CO₂ footprint
• QR codes for further sustainability information

4.2 Integration of fair trade labels

• Automatic recognition of certified items
• Highlighting sustainable products

4.3 Blockchain tracking

• Unalterable supply chain data for greater trust
• Interface to existing supplier portals

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5. Sustainability marketing

5.1 Green retail as a USP

• Communicating paperless self-checkout as an environmental advantage
• Placement of eco badges

5.2 Campaign ideas

• “Scan & Save the Planet” promotion with donations
• Incentives for customers who choose digital receipts

5.3 Reporting & PR

• Regular sustainability reports for stakeholders
• Press releases on achieved eco-KPIs

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conclusion

With BEEP! Scan & Go not only makes your checkout faster, but also greener. Reduce paper receipts, lower your CO2 footprint and position your business as a pioneer in green retail.

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