Bad Move Lowes!!!!

[Oldpath05]

I for one dont like automated cashiers I try to find a live person cashier, maybe I'm old fashion and dont fit into the program and I think cashiers are a unappreciated and under paid work force. But on the other hand when things become more automated I dont think it's eliminating jobs it's only relocating jobs, someone has to make the automation and maintain it, therefore I'll add the grease and tighten the bolts I couldn't stand being a cashier...............

 

[buckeyefarmer]

Was against self checkouts when they first came put, now they are my favorite.

 

[newbury]

I just recently had the experience of needing a plumbing piece - 1/2-in FIP 30-in Braided Stainless Steel Faucet Supply Line, that's FIP on both ends.
Checked local ACE - nope, didn't carry it could order it. Walmart nope, Home Depot nope, didn't carry it could order it. Lowes had a box or two of them.
Now a few years ago the local ACE would have had it, but they "modernized" and moved, now they too have limited stock on hand. The Tupelo Lowes is getting that way, I expect soon they and HD will just have pictures and you will have to order and wait for delivery.

 

[YLee Kioti]

I do just fine without them or home cheapo, both places are chock a block full of Chinese made junk.. I have better things to do than look through a stack of lumber to get 4 straight boards.. They can both go bye bye for all I care..

I support my local lumber yard. Same as you refuse to waste time looking for a straight piece of lumber. Plus they carry Klein tools and other quality brands. Yeah do pay a bit more, but rather then complain about BB stores I'll just support the locals. Plus the rapport and relationships built here last a lifetime.... :thumbsup:

 

[YLee Kioti]

Was against self checkouts when they first came put, now they are my favorite.

If you love that then you'll love the next step...just a chip away and scan you hand....

 

[Diggin It]

Companies will continue to cut positions to protect their bottom line and return a profit to share holders.

Evidently Lowes has determined they can save money by jobbing out some of the labor.

What they're doing is a shell game, or 3 Card Monty. Watch closely, keep your eye on the workers, don't be distracted by the shuffle ... workers, workers, where are the workers? Oh, look they're still here, doing the same job, but now employed by a third party at lower pay, less benefits and no seniority.

 

[Diggin It]

I for one dont like automated cashiers I try to find a live person cashier, maybe I'm old fashion and dont fit into the program and I think cashiers are a unappreciated and under paid work force.

I despise them with a passion and will carry everything to the opposite end of the store if need be, garden center, contractor lane, customer service counter or wherever else to have a live person do it. I search for closeouts, discounts, damaged items, etc. and need a live person to make the adjustments.

But on the other hand when things become more automated I dont think it's eliminating jobs it's only relocating jobs, someone has to make the automation and maintain it, therefore I'll add the grease and tighten the bolts I couldn't stand being a cashier...............

But not the same people. Those who are cashiers may not be qualified to build, program or maintain autobots.

 

[Oldoak]

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I don't care if the store maintenance is done in house or subbed out. As long as they have what I need, at the best price, that's what matters.

That's exactly the way I also feel.

That 'nough said and covers it all as I'm concerned. And no I didn't read any farther into this thread.

 

[tjkubota93]

Maybe Craftsman tools are bad luck......

That's pretty funny

 

[dragoneggs]

Tant pis, n'est ce pas?

("C'est dommage.")

Just spent more time trying to figure out what you are saying than reading all the rest of this thread... thanks TOG! :laughing: