Garett Seivold
Garett Seivold is senior writer for LP Magazine. He is a trained journalist who has been covering corporate security for industry professionals for over twenty years. Seivold has been recognized by several organizations for outstanding writing, investigative reporting, and instructional journalism. He has authored dozens of survey-based research reports and best-practice manuals on security-related topics. Seivold can be reached at GarettS (at) LPportal (dot) com.
Preventing Violence in Employee Terminations
The odds are nearly 50 percent that workplace violence incidents are related to layoffs, demotions, or other negative work-related events.
Retail Evolution and City Transformation in the Post-Pandemic Economy
Retail’s evolution will be reshaped in the years ahead by how stores assess the changing needs of customers, but it will also be a byproduct of the environment.
Kinks in the Chain: Troubles and Trends in the Flow of Goods
Consumers are anxious to buy, and the restraint on consumers has left many with substantial savings to spend. But while demand is certainly there, supply isn’t always.
Ransomware Thrives in Retail with Focus on COVID
Ransomware attacks haven’t slowed much during the pandemic, and retailers are still vulnerable as evidenced by two recent attacks on Boggi Milano and Home Hardware.
Sounds of Security: Expanding Use Cases for Audio in Asset Protection
Images may be the heart of retail surveillance solutions, but leveraging the power of audio can add a valuable layer to asset protection.
Advances in Product Protection Help Stores Meet a New Threat Environment
Just as customers are flocking back to stores, so too are organized retail crime (ORC) gangs and opportunistic thieves.
6 Ways Retailers Can Address Safety Issues Before an Employee OSHA Complaint
The Biden administration likely will enforce an OSHA rule that prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for reporting safety issues.
How Internet of Things Security Is Impacting Retailers
The need for retailers to have a robust process for gaining control over Internet of Things security is only growing.
Creating Stickier Retail Safety and Security Training
It’s not possible to ensure retail associates will always remember their training—or achieve 100% compliance with directives—but there are ways to better your odds.
7-Eleven Upgrades Crisis Communication to Better Alert Store Associates
When serious incidents occur, retailers’ thoughts turn to the safety of store associates, customers, and implementing crisis communication.