Tag: theft prevention
How Can We Keep Good People in Loss Prevention Positions?
In a 2016 survey of retail loss prevention executives, staff turnover and retention of staff was identified as a cause of concern. "Attracting and...
All Together Now
The giant course correction hitting retail now appears pointed squarely in one direction—toward technology. It was the sum and substance of presentations at the...
How Do You Calculate ROI in Retail?
At some point in your retail loss prevention career, if you haven’t done so already, you will be called upon to help make procurement decisions on...
Loss Prevention, Stress, and Building a Resilient LP Workforce
In loss prevention’s desire to improve solutions and enhance performance, it can be easy to forget about the dangers personnel face, especially those non-acute risks that can cause problems over time, such as harm to health and well-being from stress.
Bystander No More: Today’s Best Solutions Are Being Developed through LP Collaboration with Vendors
Sponsored by Checkpoint High-Theft Solutions
Loss prevention practitioners need not assume the role of spectator in the development of theft prevention solutions. With the right...
Feature Article in Nov–Dec Issue Explores LP’s Role in Harvey and Irma Response
The Atlantic hurricane season is thankfully coming to a close, but retailers everywhere are still uncovering takeaways and lessons learned in the wake of...
Target’s Minimum Wage Increased. What Does That Mean for Theft?
Employee theft is a source of loss simply too costly to ignore, which is why loss prevention practitioners are always on the lookout for...
Savvy Retailers Find Value in New Benefit-Denial Technology
Benefit denial, which has a long history as an effective loss prevention strategy, is now taking an even more central role in stopping retail theft.
Just a Low-Level Shoplifter? The Cost May Be Higher Than You Think
LP has turned much of its attention in recent years away from petty shoplifters to crooked store associates and organized retail crime—and seemingly for good reason.