Across Western Australia, councils and local media have been increasingly vocal about a growing problem: abandoned shopping trolleys.
For retailers, these aren’t just eyesores. They’re costly assets that attract council fines, frustrate local residents, and quietly damage brand reputation.
Foodies Market IGA decided enough was enough. In a decisive move, the group deployed TDMN’s sMart Track GPS trolley tracking system across all WA stores — and the results are already changing how trolley management is handled.
A Modern Fix for an Old Problem
For decades, retailers have relied on coin locks, wheel locks, and manual recovery to manage trolley loss.
But with over 60% of trolleys being replaced annually, it’s clear these legacy controls aren’t stopping the problem. They simply shift the burden to staff and turn recovery into a slow, reactive process.
From Reactive to Proactive Trolley Management
sMart Track transforms trolley management into a real-time, proactive operation by enabling:
- Live GPS tracking of every trolley in the fleet
- Boundary alerts when trolleys leave approved areas
- Faster recovery before council fines are issued
- Data insights to optimise collection routes and asset utilisation
Instead of waiting for complaints or penalty notices, Foodies Market IGA can now see exactly where trolleys are — and recover them in minutes.
When Council Pressure Meets Retail Innovation
Local councils across WA have increased enforcement around abandoned trolleys, with stricter by-laws and higher penalties.
By adopting sMart Track, Foodies Market IGA isn’t just avoiding fines. The business is setting a clear example of responsible retail asset management that benefits the wider community.
Why sMart Track Is Different
This isn’t just about preventing loss. It’s about:
- Protecting brand reputation by keeping trolleys off streets and out of waterways
- Reducing staff time spent on manual retrieval
- Demonstrating compliance with local council expectations
- Showing customers a genuine commitment to sustainability and community impact
Leading the Way in WA
With GPS trolley tracking, they’re solving a decades-old problem using a modern, data-driven approach — one that delivers measurable operational and community outcomes.
TDMN’s sMart Lock & sMart Track™ systems are now available for retailers, shopping centres, and transport hubs looking to take control of their trolley fleets and avoid costly penalties.
A trolley tracker that actually tracks — now that’s priceless.
