Homelessness and Its Impact on Retailers
Unhoused individuals have created encampments and taken shelter in parking lots, alleyways, and dumpster areas, presenting a heartbreaking but difficult challenge for retailers.
Over $10M in Fake Jewelry Seized at Cincinnati Airport
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recently seized three shipments containing counterfeit jewelry—most of which were Cartier bracelets—at the CVG Airport in Cincinnati.
Year-Over-Year Retail Sales Growth Continues
Retail sales remained strong on a monthly basis and saw another year-over-year gain in September despite an interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve and continuing inflation.
The Biggest News in Loss Prevention: October 8 – 14
Retail Theft Ring Worth $7.5M Busted | Long Island Boutique Owner Caught in $40M Designer Knockoff Scam | Bodega Owners Band Together with Fund for Looting Losses
Aiphone IX Series Integrates with Genetec Security Center
Aiphone, an international manufacturer of intercom and security communication products, announced that its IX Series intercoms are compatible with Genetec Security Center.
Senate Lawmakers Include INFORM Consumers Act in 2023 Defense Bill
If included on to the NDAA, online marketplaces would be required to take steps to verify the identity of high-volume sellers, and to provide some of that information to customers.
The LPF Offers LPQ Course Review Meetings
The Loss Prevention Foundation (LPF) is offering support meetings for LPQ courses to assist students in preparing for their future career and proctored exam.
Pressed Teams Up with Interface to Accelerate Digital Transformation and Growth
Pressed, a cold-pressed juice and plant-based treats brand, has deployed Interface Systems’ managed services in over 100 stores nationwide, resulting in a 50 percent reduction in fixed costs in all stores after consolidating multiple services.
2022 Retail Holiday Season Outlook
Even though it's only very early fall, it is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in many stores. Santa must be anticipating a mad rush on limited supplies as multiple major retail chains already have their trees and trimmings out for sale.
Quick Assist Wireless Shopper Call Button Works Fast
Ritron wireless, battery operated, Quick Assist call buttons are a solution that can be placed near locked cabinets, service desks, or elsewhere to help customers call for assistance where they need it, and when they want it.