Panasonic is trialling in - store automation systems that are capable of scanning and counting items themselves . The system uses a shopping basket that detects merchandise inside it and then calculates the bill . The bottom of the basket slides out and the merchandise drops into a bag , ready to be carried away . Last year , Amazon introduced its own automation concept called Amazon Go , which eliminates tills and checkouts altogether . The Panasonic system is be tested in a Lawson store next to the Japanese giant 's Osaka headquarters .
Panasonic is trialling convenience-store checkout machines that are capable of scanning and bagging items themselves. The system uses a shopping basket that detects merchandise inside it and then calculates the bill. The bottom of the basket slides out and the merchandise drops into a bag, ready to be carried away. Last week, Amazon showcased its own automation concept called Amazon Go, which eliminates tills and checkouts altogether. The Panasonic system is be tested in a Lawson store next to the electronics giant's Osaka headquarters.