NRF Says Economy Remains Sturdy Despite Forecast for Slower Growth
Adjusted for inflation, GDP is expected to grow about 2.3 percent year over year—slower than last year’s 2.5 percent but still strong enough to sustain job growth that drives consumer spending. Consumer spending is expected to be up about 2 percent, which compares with 2.3 percent last year.
January 2024 Officer of the Month Announced
On the evening of January 22, Sgt. Hernandez walked into a local 7-11 and found himself in the middle of an armed robbery. His quick thinking and actions by being in the right place at the right time resulted in the apprehension of the perpetrator with no injuries to any of the victims.
Webinar On-Demand: Connecting Public Safety to Stop Crime and Violence
Watch this now on-demand webinar as law enforcement veterans Rob Wolf and Raul Aguilar discuss the future of crime intelligence and prevention. Hosted by Bobby Haskins, VP of retail partnerships at Auror, the conversation will cover:
Retail United in Defiance Against Crime: Key Takeaways from the 2024 Retail Secure Conference
What drives over 300 retail loss prevention experts from across North America to meet in one location? The 2024 Retail Secure Conference! Get an inside look at the annual event in this recap from Isabelle Godin.
Video Footage Shows Shoplifter Chased by Police on Horses in New Mexico
In this video, police utilize the full force of horseback pursuit to capture a shoplifter outside a Walgreens. Check it out...
LP People on the Move: March 2024
Please join us in congratulating the following individuals on their recent career moves and promotions.
WHITEPAPER: Building Robust ORC Cases with License Plate Recognition Technology
By capturing and analyzing license plate data, LPR technology equips loss prevention teams with crucial evidence to establish connections between suspects, vehicles, and stolen merchandise.
Renowned Asset Protection Leader Mike Lamb Selected as LPRC’s INNOVATE Program Senior Advisor
Mike has been a proven loss prevention and asset protection leader and innovator for over 40 years serving as VP of asset protection for The Home Depot, Walmart, and Kroger.
Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Cases for Loss Prevention Leaders
Generative AI is rapidly influencing many different aspects of our everyday lives, including how we shop and manage retail. Learn more from John Matas about the benefits of generative AI for leaders in LP.
The Biggest News in Loss Prevention: March 23 – 29
Customs Officers Seize $2.71M Shipment of Counterfeit Sports Merchandise | LA County Sheriff’s Department's ORC Task Force Conducts Major Fencing Bust | Amazon Invested $1.2B, Hired 15,000 People to Tackle Counterfeit Problem