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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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25 Tips for Preventing, Detecting, and Responding to Today’s Insider Threat

The insider threat has evolved beyond employee bag checks and POS cameras. Never have retailers been so vulnerable to dishonesty or retribution.

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Intelligence Platforms Can Build Bridges Using Real-Time Security Alerts

Asset protection departments can enhance their role in corporate organizations by taking advantage of real-time security alerts.

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