FARGO-MOORHEAD (Valley News Live) -Black Friday is less than a week away, and locally-owned businesses say they’re ready with new systems to keep lines moving and shoppers happy.
Red Wing Shoes has upgraded its checkout process this year.
“This year we’re using iPads. Before, we had one computer—now we can check out multiple customers at once, up to five transactions compared to just one last year,” Red Wing Shoes Sales Representative Brody Erickson said.
Beds By Design Fargo Mattress Factory has increased staffing to handle expected crowds.
“We’ve doubled up on staffing to make sure people are helped quickly and efficiently when they come in,” Beds By Design Store Manager Brandee Haakenson said.
Online shopping continues to grow
Stores also expect a continued shift online.
“We expect an increase—especially online. We’ve had a lot of recent orders online, ”Sales Associate at Minnesofa Joey Headrick said.
