The scanning of the Covid-19 tracer app may become mandatory for entry into businesses. Photo / Dean PurcellBig businesses, including major supermarkets, are supportive of the potential move to make Covid-19 tracer app scanning mandatory. University of Auckland research fellow with Koi Tū Dr Andrew Chen said mandatory scanning was the best way to ensure compliance. "The strongest driver is making the app mandatory so there is very high uptake in a few middle eastern countries," Chen said. Earlier this year Auckland restaurant Tony's Steakhouse offered diners who used the NZ Covid Tracer app a 5 per cent discount.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 17, 2021 03:05 UTC