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Are you the victim of employee theft by voids??

May 21, 2012 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

The longer I work in retail the more I believe the phrase, “There’s more than one way to skin a cat”, was directed at theft. There are two things to steal in retail. One is money and the other is merchandise. Even still there are dozens of ways to go about stealing both. This is perhaps why internal theft (also called employee theft) is the number one loss category every year. It is not easy to conduct an employee theft investigation, but it sure is necessary.

I have had to conduct an employee theft investigation at numerous gas stations recently. One similarity between this internal theft is the clerks using voids to help them steal cash. Here is how the activity works:

Customer comes to pay for merchandise like food or drinks and pulls out cash.

The clerk scans the merchandise so that the customer and the cameras show normal ringing activity.
The clerk then voids the sale.
The clerk then conducts a “No Sale” function to open the drawer, takes the customers money and gives them change (they do have to do the math in their head).
The clerk now has unaccounted for funds that he/she is free to take.

By voiding the sale the money taken in from the customer is not recognized by the register. The employee can take this cash and the register will still show even. This type of employee theft happens in most retail environments so I suggest checking your void reports and associates who trend higher than the rest are likely candidates for an employee theft investigation.

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What’s in Your Bag?

May 21, 2012 by Staff Editor

One of the tricks of the trade is using a bolster or booster bag to shoplift. These are devices made to help shoplifters go about your store undetected. Some states do have legislation making it a crime to be in possession of or to use a bolster or booster. That doesn’t mean it stops shoplifters from stealing though. Remember, shoplifting is also illegal, and they ignore that one too.

In the most simple terms, bolsters and booster bags may be anything from harnesses, to secret pockets sewn into clothes, to foil lined bags. Each one is designed to attempt to circumvent any anti theft devices you may have in place.

A trained Loss Prevention professional will know how to spot those shoplifting tools, and make sure that the shoplifters are in fact apprehended and prosecuted. These tools can wind up being a thief’s downfall, as they further prove their intent to steal.

Keep your clothing security programs in place and even the most innovative shoplifter who thinks they have a fool proof tool will be thwarted in the end.

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How much security is too much security?

May 21, 2012 by Staff Editor

In truth, when you are out to prevent retail theft there is no such thing as TOO MUCH security. However you need to look at your anti-shoplifting needs as a company looks at any of their other needs. You have to ask yourself questions like “Does this system work for MY store?” or “Can we afford to pay for so many anti-theft devices?” That last question is usually one that comes up the most for any retail store.

Budgeting for your loss prevention needs can be tough, especially when so many companies are being forced to cut back in these hard times. Of course you need to weigh the pros and cons of such decisions as you can afford them but never, EVER, underestimate the threat of theft in your store. More to the point, you should never underestimate the deterrence factor of having a good suite of anti-theft devices in place in your store. You may not be able to stop the tried and true ‘hard’ criminals, who make a living off of stealing from others, but you will certainly make all the other opportunists and first-timers think twice about stealing from you just by having your merchandise tagged with Cheap Labels or Cheap Tags.

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And Then Some

May 18, 2012 by Staff Editor

Success is achieved not just by meeting the status quo; it is by going above and beyond those expectations. Anyone who has worked hard for success knows that there is always something a little bit more that can be given or done in any situation. It is really about giving it your all, and then some.

As a small business owner, you are probably no stranger to giving that “and then some” to ensure your business’s success. Long hours, detailed bookkeeping, scouring applications to find just the right employees are all just part of the daily grind.

What about your bottle security? Have you found something that gives it it’s all to make your store more profitable? If you haven’t already, try out the Alpha Security bottle locks.

A bottle lock is a cap that goes over the bottle to eliminate access to its contents. These bottle locks are also fitted with an EAS tag that will sound the alarm if a bottle goes out the door prior to the lock being removed.

They are also compact in design to allow for maximum inventory placement on the shelves. There is no need to sacrifice your visual displays for unsightly and cumbersome lock boxes. Your customers will still have their full range of access to your liquor bottles to peruse and purchase.

It sounds to me like bottle security, and then some!

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Retail Security: Profit’s Best Friend

May 17, 2012 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Retail security involves many different working parts with regards to anti-shoplifting, some of which are different kinds of anti-theft devices used to deter theft. Anti-theft devices can, and should be used where necessary. Also they are very inexpensive and you will see your gain in the long run. Cheap tags can be placed on almost anything. There are so many different types of cheap tags made specifically for different types of merchandise. You can have tags that pin to clothing (without damaging them of course) and tags that stick onto boxes.

Cheap labels work well to compliment anti-theft devices by providing further visual warning to potential shoplifters. Let’s say a security tag is placed on a piece of clothing but it was placed incorrectly, or the clothing was folded in a way where the tag was not visible. Having a label present will let the shoplifter know that that particular item is protected.

Retail security is essential in maximizing profits. Cheap tags and cheap labels are out there for you to use to scare off and deter those who want to steal from you. By having an anti-shoplifting mindset coupled with great customer service, your store will be a money maker, not a money breaker.

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Doesn’t Matter Which Side You Are On

May 17, 2012 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

In order to prevent retail theft, you need to first have a clear-cut strategy of how you want to accomplish your goal. Ask yourself if you are looking only at anti shoplifting methods, or did you remember to include internal, or employee, theft in the equation?

Even though most anti theft devices are geared towards anti shoplifting, about 40% of shrink form retailers nationwide come from an internal source. That is a pretty significant percentage when the rest of the shrink occurs from operational breakdowns and errors.

Some retailers only report around 20% of their losses as a result of external theft.

Luckily, EAS tags are designed to reduce both internal and external theft. Statistically, the use of EAS tags and EAS labels have proven themselves effective in both areas of loss.

It really doesn’t matter if you are trying to prevent internal or external theft. EAS tags and labels work for both, helping you reduce the costs involved in your efforts to prevent retail theft from happening inside of your stores.

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Hidden in Plain Sight

May 17, 2012 by Staff Editor

A shoplifters best friend is anonymity. They thrive in situations where they can move about undetected with ease. Sometimes that is a result of inattentive store employees due to neglect. Other times, the sheer masses of customers in a store make spotting a shoplifter near impossible. Think of trying to spot a needle in a haystack.

When you look forward to Memorial Day weekend shopping, you might be conflicted. While you want to anticipate and get excited about increased sales and customer counts, you might also be aware that there will be an increase of shoplifters and shoplifting incidents.

Installing anti theft devices on your clothes now can help alleviate that nervousness regarding potential theft in your stores. You will have the confidence to know that your store’s inventory is protected even if you can’t keep an eye out for every potential shoplifter out there.

Just because a shoplifter is trying to hide in plain sight doesn’t mean they should be able to carry out their plans. Put your EAS tags in plain sight to send them on their way.

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Adding bottle locks to your security repertoire

May 15, 2012 by Staff Editor

Bottle locks are nothing new in the loss prevention industry. However they haven’t really been utilized until the last decade and since that time they have become more and more commonplace as the economy has become worse and worse. While their primary use has been liquor stores and grocery outlets looking to stem theft there is another business type that should look into use of this bottle security method.

Bars and clubs are frequently the havens of people looking to escape the grind of everyday life. With so many people crammed into a single building it is not hard to find incidents of theft occurring at the bar. The most common method used by those looking to score a free bottle of liquor is having one or two people in the group distract the bartender while the rest of the group reaches over the bar and swipes one or two items within reach.

While most places serving alcohol do possess camera systems they are usually only employed after the fact and are rarely observed during a bar’s business hours. To dissuade such behavior, having a full suite of bottle locks or even using EASy Bottle locks will make such groups think twice before pulling such shenanigans. If they find they can’t remove the locks without special tools then they have no reason to steal them. While most bars tend to stack their liquor against the far wall of the bar that shouldn’t lead them to believe they don’t need extra bottle security. A few extra steps will rarely stop a determined thief.

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Checkpoint Systems Leaders in Retail Theft Prevention

May 14, 2012 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Checkpoint Systems has long been an industry leader in retail theft prevention. Checkpoint Systems specializes is anti shoplifting technology. Their products are used throughout the retail industry. Many retail corporations use Checkpoint Systems in their retail stores and supply chain locations. Checkpoint Systems is a great partner in developing a retail theft prevention program.

The Checkpoint security system can be tailor developed for an about any application that a retailer may need. One of the most commonly used checkpoint security system product is the checkpoint security tag. These checkpoint security tags are considered your last line defense for anti shoplifting measures. The checkpoint security tags work directly with the checkpoint security system to monitor you exit points and will notify your employees if merchandise is taken from the store.

The effectiveness of the checkpoint security tag is amazing. I have seen first hand the impact of this product as an anti shoplifting device. At the beginning of my career, I was an in store loss prevention agent. I logged countless hours working the sales floor observing shoplifters. One thing that amazed me was the deterrent capabilities of the checkpoint security system and specifically the checkpoint security tags. The visual deterrent that these little tags produced stop many shoplifters from leaving the store without merchandise. The anti shoplifting capability was almost always seen in the inventory cycle of the store. This technology should be included in any retail theft prevention strategy.

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Sometimes you have to get close to your employees

May 14, 2012 by Staff Editor

While performing pre employment screenings and backgrounds checks are essential to weeding out undesirables from the truly sought-after talent it isn’t the most sure-fire method to spotting troublemakers before you hire them. Sometimes, in spite of all your precautions and preparations someone comes along and fools your rigorous application process and gains access to your company’s assets. That is why on top of going through with the battery of background checks and pre employment screenings you have to keep a closer eye on your team.

As an example, my store hired someone to fill a low-level supervisor position just before Thanksgiving. This girl had all the right references, a solid work history, and passed the company’s employee background check without a hitch. For quite some time she was the perfect example of a young, hard-working, punctual individual. She was well liked by the cashier staff and admired by her superiors. But there were signs that something was off about her two months ago.

It was common knowledge among the staff that she was the primary supporter of her family; her mother, her newborn siblings, and her grandmother. She never really complained about her lot but it was understandably a hard position to be put in for someone of such a young age. It didn’t raise suspicion about her, per say, but rather created more admiration and sympathy for her.

Then about two weeks ago she was caught buying dozens of items ranging from clothing to house wares that she had marked down to practically nothing using another associate’s login information. It was a terminable offence, and one that could have been spotted much earlier had we taken the time to dig deeper and find out her mother’s disability payments had been reduced causing a greater financial burden on her.

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