Best Ways To Optimize Your Store In Supermarket Simulator

Supermarket Simulatoris a complex game with lots of hidden mechanics that work in the background. Upon starting the game for the first time, players may feel a little overwhelmed when it comes to making the right decisions. Even after the first few days, it can still be a little tricky knowing what actions are the right ones to take.

Just like in real life, a well-run store will typically perform much better than a poorly-run one. By combining a good product selection, fair prices, and a neatly laid out array of shelves, refrigerators, and cash registers, players can easily optimize their Supermarket Simulator stores.

Updated on July 23, 2024, by Benjamin Joe:As simulator games continue to grow in popularity, more players are opting to download and give Supermarket Simulator a try. Its selling mechanics can be surprisingly complex. While just about anyone can open a shop, very few can run one successfully. Thankfully, there are a few things that players can do to help optimize how their shop operates. If a store is operating efficiently, then players will naturally earn more money. As such, this article has been updated to feature even more ways for players to optimize their store in Supermarket Simulator.

Market Prices Are Important

Don't Overprice Products

The market price is there for a reason, and it is worth following whenever possible. This doesn't mean that the player needs to stick to the market price exactly, but they should price products so that they are close to the market value.

Early on, pricing things to the nearest full number speeds things up at the register. For example, if the market value for a certain product is $3.49, then players should charge $3.50 to make it easier at the register. That said, the market price should still be followed closely. If the store charges too much for products, then it will lose customers. Charge too little, and the store won't generate any profit. It's a tricky balance, but it can be maintained by adhering to market prices.

Regularly Restock Shelves

Empty Shelves Aren't Good For Business

It is impossible to make money from an empty shelf. Also, customers don't like seeing empty shelves; it costs sales. While it may seem tricky at first, it is important to keep a close eye on the shelves and ensure that they are always stocked.

One good way of doing this from the beginning of the game is by having a small amount of excess stock. That way, instead of having to order stock every time the shelves are bare, the player already has a stockpile on hand that can quickly be put out for customers to buy. Players should try to order items regularly to keep things flowing smoothly.

Storage Over Additional Shelves

Buy More Shelves When Stock Is Plentiful

As mentioned in the previous entry, customers don't like seeing empty shelves. While it may seem tempting to spend money on extra shelves early on, it's actually better to invest in more storage space first. Having more space to store excess stock will reduce the risk of the player running out of various products. During the first few days, the player will want to have as much stock ready to go as possible.

It may be best to upgrade in a 'leapfrog' fashion. First, the player should invest in additional storage, then upgrade their shelves, and repeat the cycle until they have enough of both.

Have An Organized Storage Room

An Organized Storage Room Can Improve Efficiency

After investing some money in additional storage, it is important to utilize the space wisely. After a few days, the player will start to learn which items sell the fastest. Those items should be stored close to the shop floor.

In Supermarket Simulator, good time management is crucial. If the player has to grab boxes from the back of the storage area every few minutes, it will slow down productivity. It is hard to optimize the store if the player is constantly running to the back of the storage room for boxes.

Place The Ordering Terminal Inside The Storage Room

Allows Players To Order More Efficiently

As players begin to earn money, they will eventually need to invest a decent amount of money in increasing the size of their stockroom. While the player's computer is initially located inside the store, once a dedicated storage warehouse has been purchased, it's best to move the computer terminal and place it inside the storage room.

There are a couple of reasons for this. Firstly, it opens up a little more space on the shop floor. Second, it is much easier to see what items need to be restocked. If the player has a well-organized storage room, then they can easily see what items they are running low on. As mentioned in a previous entry, keeping shelves fully stocked is key to making money. By placing the computer inside the storage room, players can see which items they are running low on.

Never Leave Customers Waiting To Be Served

Provide A Speedy And Efficient Service

As the player's store grows in popularity, it will become increasingly difficult to keep things running smoothly. While keeping shelves fully stocked is the most important job, serving customers is a close second. Players should do their utmost to serve customers as soon as they approach the register.

It is hard to keep a good balance, especially in the early stages of the game, but each customer served will help the player to upgrade their store and hire staff members to help man the registers.

Product Variety Is The Key To Success

More Options Equals More Money

It is important for players to expand the amount of different products they have on the shelves. More variety means more sales. If a store only sells two or three different products, it won't take long for customers to grow bored and begin shopping elsewhere. It can be a difficult balance knowing what the best products to stock are. A few good ones early on are:

• Bread
• Flour
• Oil
• Cereal
• Dark Roast Coffee

It is better to stock smaller amounts of multiple products than to stock a large amount of one single product.

Hire Staff When Possible

Increase Productivity And Optimize The Store With Staff

In the early days, the player will run the store alone. While this is fine in the very beginning, it quickly becomes unmanageable. As a player's store becomes busier, it becomes almost impossible to keep up with everything.

As mentioned several times, a crucial aspect of store optimization is keeping shelves stocked. By having a member of staff operating the register, the player will be able to better manage the store. The cash register is where a lot of the stress lies in this game due to the math involved, and serving customers can be fairly time-consuming. The more time the player spends working the register, the less time they will have to maintain the store.

Group Similar Products Together

It Creates A More Natural Flow

In the real world, refrigerated items will typically all be kept in the same area. This makes it easier to shop. By having dedicated shelves for things like baked goods, drinks, and everyday essentials, the player creates a nice natural flow that customers love.

Not only is this better for the customers, but it also makes it easier to restock shelves. If all the products are grouped together, then it is easier to keep shelves full. Players should take inspiration from local supermarkets and study their flow. After all, they work well for a reason.