Technology

Genetec has maintained its position as the global leader in video surveillance software, driven by strong growth in cloud-based solutions and consistent analyst recognition.

LVT has introduced an extended camera range for its wall-mounted security units, enhancing perimeter visibility with fewer installations.

A surge in self-checkout use has brought with it a rise in both intentional and accidental theft, but retailers are turning to advanced computer vision technology to reduce fraud while preserving a fast, frictionless customer experience.

As customer aggression and retail crime surge, new research shows widespread public support for body-worn cameras as a tool to protect frontline workers, deter bad behavior, and enhance safety across various industries beyond law enforcement.

The future of retail through 2030 will be shaped by a hyper-connected ecosystem, AI-driven personalization, and diversification beyond product sales, all accelerated by rapid technological adoption and evolving consumer expectations.

In this episode of LPM's Inside Scoop Podcast, Stefanie chats with RFID expert Jamie Kress about Total Retail Loss.

AI voice cloning is emerging as a powerful tool for retail fraud, allowing scammers to impersonate authority figures and manipulate employees through realistic, emotionally convincing phone calls.

Organized retail crime has evolved into a highly coordinated, often violent operation targeting high-value items like luxury handbags—but with innovative solutions like CIS’s Gen6 SP and The Boot, retailers are now fighting back with smarter, faster, and more secure technology.

Retailers can combat organized retail crime more effectively by using unified security systems and digital evidence management tools to streamline investigations, enhance data sharing, and strengthen collaboration with law enforcement.

Retailers are increasingly turning to AI and machine learning to combat rising shrinkage, as traditional loss prevention methods struggle to keep pace with the growing scale and complexity of retail crime.