Tag: the retail industry
The Mobile Point of Sale Marches on in Retail
In 2013, nearly 66 percent of US smartphone owners used their devices to help them shop, and 80 percent of smartphone owners said they...
Cargo Theft’s Impact on the Retail Community
Cargo theft may have been perceived in the past as a trucking industry problem or one that resides at the desk of an insurance...
From Leading Her Team in Technical Fouls to Leading RILAs Asset Protection Efforts
Lisa LaBruno serves as the senior vice president of retail operations for the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA). LaBruno spoke with LP Magazine Executive...
NRF Accepting Nominations for 2016 Loss Prevention Awards
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond?
Do you have a great case history that deserves recognition?
The upcoming NRF PROTECT 2016 conference...
Digital Journey: Leveraging Cutting-Edge Technology in Loss Prevention
Sears Holdings Corporation has taken advantage of digital capabilities by investing in the latest loss prevention technology tools for its LP teams. This account...
The Ongoing Battle to Define the Future of Retail Continues to Heat Up
It seems like “the future of retail” is one of the most talked-about topics whenever the retail industry is discussed. There are hundreds of...
Thou Shall Not Steal: A Loss Prevention Career at Lifeway
Melissa Mitchell is director of loss prevention and inventory control for LifeWay Christian Stores, which is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. Mitchell joined LifeWay after...
Why a Loss Prevention Professional with a Master’s Degree Chose to Be Certified
Jennifer Schaefer, LPC is a regional security manager for McDonald’s with a master’s degree in criminal justice leadership. Why would she feel the need...
Tyco Completes Acquisition Of Retail Analytics Leader ShopperTrak
Tyco International recently announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of ShopperTrak, a Chicago-based leading global provider of analytics for the retail...
It’s Déjà Vu All Over Again: The Future of Retail Will Include Circuit City....
I have written quite a bit lately regarding the changing landscape of the retail industry and how e-commerce is affecting that change. It seems...