Smart Shopping Cart Calculator using Barcode Scanner for Supermarkets in Kuching, Sarawak

Authors

  • Hui Hui Wang Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Yin Chai Wang Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Bui Lin Wee Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Xian Rong Chin Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia
  • Mengyun Hu Newcastle University Business School, Barrack Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SE, United Kingdom

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37934/araset.49.1.117128

Keywords:

Shopping cart calculator, IoT, Smart trolley

Abstract

Nowadays, Supermarkets encountered a substantial increase in customer flow. Traditional shopping in crowded malls and supermarkets often involves time-consuming processes like selecting products, navigating heavy shopping carts, waiting in long checkout lines, and sometimes overspending. Despite online shopping's rise, many still prefer in-store shopping for product assessment. However, estimating costs and overspending are common issues. Introducing a smart shopping cart with a built-in calculator can enhance the shopping experience by enabling users to easily estimate their total expenses. This feature serves as a financial reminder, prompting shoppers to make informed decisions as they add items to their cart. It encourages thoughtful choices, reducing overspending and waste. This innovation can indirectly alleviate the issue of waste in low-income households. A survey in Kuching, Sarawak, found 90% of customers and management favoured introducing such technology, showing a demand for enhanced shopping experiences.

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Author Biographies

Hui Hui Wang, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

hhwang@unimas.my

Yin Chai Wang, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

ycwang@unimas.my

Bui Lin Wee, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

blwee@unimas.my

Xian Rong Chin, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, 94300 Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, Malaysia

69347@siswa.unimas.my

Mengyun Hu, Newcastle University Business School, Barrack Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4SE, United Kingdom

mia.hu@ncl.ac.uk

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Published

2024-07-28

How to Cite

Wang, H. H. ., Wang, Y. C. ., Wee, B. L. ., Chin, X. R. ., & Hu, M. . (2024). Smart Shopping Cart Calculator using Barcode Scanner for Supermarkets in Kuching, Sarawak. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 49(1), 117–128. https://doi.org/10.37934/araset.49.1.117128

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