Bank counter (window, counter)

Until about 1980, the larger banks had a hall (counter area), usually very high: the height was considered by some as an expression of the importance of the institution. Counters were arranged here in a straight line, often on both sides. Behind these stood or sat on high chairs – at large banks preferably male – employees, who were generally regarded with respect by the customers and called bank officers (bank officer, bank official; Schalterbeamter). – Because this design was too reminiscent of state authorities, the rows of counters were gradually abolished. For security reasons, the traditional counter was often only left for cash transactions (dealing for cash over the window) with the cashier (teller). Almost all other services are now provided by service points. – See bank clerk, authority management, banking, corporate fashion, money temple, McDonaldization, counter hall, congestion management, queue,

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