Father’s Day Spending to Reach Record $24 Billion
Father’s Day spending is projected to hit a record $24 billion this year, driven by consumers prioritizing unique and memorable gifts, with an average spend of nearly $200 per person.
LP People on the Move: May 2025
Please join us in congratulating the following individuals on their recent career moves and promotions.
Vision-Language Models that See, Understand, and Speak the Language of Loss Prevention
Vision-Language Models (VLMs) combine computer vision and natural language processing to enhance retail loss prevention by not only detecting suspicious behaviors in real-time but also providing contextual understanding and actionable insights.
The Biggest News in Loss Prevention: May 24 – 30
Thieves Get Away with $2M in Cash and Merchandise in Jewelry Store Heist | Woman Accused of Making Phony Kidnapping Claim to Escape Shoplifting Arrest | Hammer-Wielding Crooks Steal Thousands of Dollars Worth of Pokemon Cards
Beyond Locks and Cameras: How Modern Contract Management Is Retail’s Next Loss Prevention Frontier
Retailers can significantly reduce losses by applying analytical rigor and AI-powered tools to contract management, uncovering hidden risks in vendor relationships often overlooked in traditional loss prevention strategies.
Crime in Motion: Applying Routine Activities Theory to Business Risk
This article explains how CAP Index applies routine activities theory to help businesses assess vulnerabilities and reduce crime risks by addressing the convergence of offenders, targets, and guardians.
Managing the Unseen Risk: Third-Party Workers in Retail Spaces
Third-party workers often arrive and operate under tight schedules, making it easy for safety protocols to slip through the cracks.
Can Artificial Intelligence Stop Loss at the Checkout?
AI technology is helping retailers reduce checkout losses by detecting fraud, predicting theft, and improving overall efficiency without compromising the customer experience.
What’s in Hedgie’s Head? Why AP Is Driving the Future of Retail
What's in Hedgie Bartol's head? Find out in this new LPM exclusive!
Everon Partners with Initiative for Affordable Housing to Deepen Community Outreach
Everon partnered with the Initiative for Affordable Housing’s re:loom program to upcycle retired uniforms into sustainable tote bags, supporting both environmental sustainability and community empowerment.