Costco says your next checkout could take under 10 seconds thanks to new automated pay stations

Your Costco run is about to get a lot faster.

The warehouse giant is reportedly overhauling its checkout process, piloting new automated stations that promise to process orders in under 10 seconds. By blending employee productivity with high-speed tech, Costco is betting it can solve the retail industry’s biggest headache without losing the low-cost model that keeps its members loyal.

"In digital, we continue to make strides with our roadmap to deliver a more seamless experience for members in warehouse and online.