Circa 1970s: Safety became a priority
Here’s a riddle for you. Which invention was first implemented in Germany in 1942 but became commonplace in supermarkets and grocery stores during the 1970s to prevent theft? We know it’s pretty challenging, so we’ll give you a few minutes to think.
If you haven’t figured it out yet, we’ll tell you the answer: CCTV systems! Surveillance cameras became widely used to monitor outsiders and employees alike and record evidence in case someone stole valuable goods or money from the store.
