Across Western Australia, councils and local media have been vocal about one problem that refuses to roll away, abandoned shopping trolleys.
For retailers, these aren’t just eyesores. They’re costly assets that attract council fines, frustrate residents, and damage brand reputation.
Foodies Market IGA has decided enough is enough. In a bold move, they’ve deployed TDMN’s sMart Track GPS trolley tracking system in all stores across WA and it’s already proving a game changer.
A Modern Fix for a Old Problem
For years, retailers have relied on coin locks, wheel locks, and manual patrols to manage their trolleys. But with over 60% of trolleys being replaced annually, coin locks wheel locks are not stopping the problem and guess work recovery methods are slow and reactive.
Smart Track turns trolley management into a real time, proactive process:
- Live GPS tracking of every trolley in the fleet
- Boundary alerts when trolleys stray too far
- Faster recovery before council issue fines
- Data analytics to improve collection routes and asset utilisation
Instead of waiting for complaints or a council fine notice, Foodies Market IGA can now see exactly where their trolleys are and retrieve them in minutes.
Council Pressure Meets Retail Innovation
Local councils in WA have been increasing pressure on supermarkets to tackle the abandoned trolley issue. Some are even considering stricter by-laws and higher fines.
By adopting Smart Track, Foodies Market IGA is not only avoiding penalties they’re setting an example of responsible retail asset management that benefits the entire community.
Why Smart Track is Different
This isn’t just about preventing loss. It’s about:
- Protecting brand image by keeping trolleys off streets and out of waterways
- Saving staff hours otherwise spent on manual retrieval
- Demonstrating compliance with local council expectations
- Showing customers that the store cares about sustainability and community impact
Leading the Way in WA
Foodies Market IGA’s investment in cart management technology sends a clear message they’re committed to doing things differently.
With GPS trolley tracking, they’re solving a decades old problem with a modern, data-driven approach.
TDMN’s sMart Lock & Track™ is 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.
