# I am a retailing expert, and this little device is costing retailers worldwide billions in lost sales

> Let’s be honest: there are few things more frustrating than standing in a queue – whether you’re a customer or a business owner watching sales slip away.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/i-am-a-retailing-expert-and-this-little-device-is-costing-retailers-worldwide-billions-in-lost-sales?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=688cde674db72baec24e7ea9)
- **Published:** 2025-08-01
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #smartphones #tablets #retailers #sales #billions #business #costing #device
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