I recently purchased a new winter coat at a national chain retailer. While the store was packed with people and very few associates around, I surprisingly found great service at the check out. Hidden in a pocket on the inside of my new coat was a Checkpoint label. The cashier knew too look for it, point it out to me, and then made sure I knew to remove the RF security label before I wore the coat. I never would have known it was there, if it wasn’t for the cashier.

 After I got home, I started thinking about what a great deterrent to stop shoplifting the RF label was. When word gets out to the thieves in the community that there are hidden RF security tags and RF labels on the merchandise, well! If I were a shoplifter, I wouldn’t even dare try to steal from that store.

 The RF label was so discreet, I had no idea it was there. It didn’t even occur to me that I wasn’t fighting some bulky Checkpoint security tag. I tried the coat on and didn’t worry about a hard tag in my sleeve or fighting with one on the zipper. While there are times that RF security tags are a better solution for merchandise, this time the use of an RF Label made it so easy for me to shop! I am glad this retailer knew the appropriate uses for their anti shoplifting devices.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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Money is often tight for many people around the holidays. Between holiday presents and the abundant festivities, people are looking for more ways to get the items they need for free. It should be no surprise then why the majority of my shoplifting cases occur during the winter months. So what is the best way to stop shoplifting? I would start with RF security tags.

The great aspect about RF security labels is the versatility. These RF labels can be placed on anything from small, concealable items such as makeup and fragrances to larger jewelry boxes. This enables them to be a great addition to the Checkpoint clothing security tags in your store.

 In addition, the deterrence effect of a small RF label can make a big difference. Customers won’t even notice the Checkpoint label, however the shoplifters will. Once the shoplifter sees the RF label they will think twice about putting that item into their jacket or purse. It doesn’t disrupt the customer’s shopping experience but will put a dent in any thieves’ plans.

 It is also a great way to support your store even if you already have loss prevention in place. In the stores I cover as a loss prevention agent, the holidays bring many shoplifters and I am not always able to catch every person that steals. To help me stop shoplifting in my store, I rely on Checkpoint security tags in order to deter the shoplifters.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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I have worked for both big and small box retailers in my career. Holiday philosophies regarding loss prevention are too numerous to count. Believe it or not there are businesses that encourage their loss prevention teams to go on vacation during the holiday season. Businesses become so focused on sales that the concern to stop shoplifting falls to a low priority. This is especially dangerous for those companies that do not use checkpoint security tags.

A focus on sales should be a concern but you should never ignore the bottom line as a whole. Having an EAS (electronic article surveillance) system is like having and extra player in the line up. Running loose and ragged concerning yourself with merely ensuring product is processed and put out on the shelves ignores the potential for shoplifters to pray upon your business. Even companies that do use checkpoint security tags tend to draw back on the amount of categories that they tag with RF security tags and rf security labels. There is also a draw back on the auditing of rf security tag compliance.

The holidays are a time where you need to utilize every security tool that you can employ. When there is a larger presence of customers in your store there is more of a chance that product loss can and will occur. One clothing company I worked for always went against the grain and ramped up using rf labels and rf tags. Loss prevention as a department felt that sense of urgency due to the top down direction of the company to protect its assets. RF labels and rf tags create an obstacle to potential shoplifters. Thieves have to make the decision to not only steal the product but to also try to defeat the checkpoint security tags. Though usage of the EAS system will not stop shoplifting 100% it will deter the impulse shoplifter. Every employee became a part of the team to process shipment, attach either rf labels or rf tags to the product and then merchandise as much of the product on the sales floor as possible. By ensuring the checkpoint labels and tags were aggressively used the company was able to continuously move product out on the sales floor to maximize sales potential as well as product protection. Loss Prevention helped with shipment and tagging, in return sales personnel aided in rf label and rf tag auditing and floor watch awareness. The team rallied around the EAS system which positively affected the inventory shrink number. The EAS system is only a tool to be used to try to stop shoplifting, the system will only be successful if the store staff works together.

Checkpoint labels are excellent for small box items where rf security tags can not be attached. We actually used Checkpoint labels inside shoes as well. During the holidays if time became constricted and use of rf tags with or without lanyards was too time consuming the quick fix was to apply a rf label in its place. Once the Holidays were finished then there would be a beginning of the year audit to ensure all categories were tagged correctly. Ensuring when and where possible rf security tags were applied and rf security labels attached. This was also the time to retrain the store staffs as to the correct usage of the EAS system. Where to place a rf label was critical to both deterring shoplifting as well as the EAS pedestals picking up the rf security labels signal if the product was being removed from the store without being deactivated. Tag placement was also critical for the same reasons as well as to ensure no damage was done to the product being protected. Tis the season to stop shoplifting!

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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With the holidays upon us there is much to be happy for as retail managers.  The economy has been picking up and we are all seeing increased spending.  I don’t know about you, but I can see the yearend bonus projection and it is looking great (finally).  One of the big things that can derail all of this joy and merriment is theft.  Retail theft can quickly diminish sales and profits and leave us all a little “Grinch-y”.  One way to stop shoplifting and reduce retail theft is by investing in RF security tags and RF security labels. 

 RF security tags and RF labels work on a radio frequency that is specific to the vendor who installs your system.  This goes a long way toward reducing “tag pollution” which is when other store’s deactivated EAS tags set off your system.  By using the RF security tags and RF security labels you know that the EAS alarm sounding is because someone is trying to take your product and not just another false alarm. 

 On leading vendor of RF security labels and tags is Checkpoint.  Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels are very quality products, but are also affordable.  The Checkpoint labels are adhesive labels that can be placed on virtually any boxed products and can be woven into clothes (optional).  They are disposable tags and are very cost efficient.  Checkpoint security tags are hard tags that are reusable.  While they are a little more than the Checkpoint labels, they are removed at checkout and used over and over again.  In the long run they are a money saver and do a better job at protecting your products.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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It’s true. When properly executed, RF security labels can help stop shoplifting. It’s no secret, shoplifter’s desire privacy and ease of action. They don’t want any witnesses nor any attention. Using RF labels takes away their privacy and makes it more difficult to get in and out of your stores un-noticed.

A former retailer I worked with had a huge problem with shoplifters. It was a small chain of drug stores selling general merchandise. They needed a way to control the amount of product loss through their doors. They initially had a manager stand at the front of the store, as sort of a customer service greeter, however, quickly found this to be a very costly and ineffective effort. The manager was constantly away from the door, dealing with customer service related issues, stocking shelves and handling administrative issues. I recommended they test out an RF label program, like Checkpoint Security tags to help stop shoplifting.

The owners were somewhat reluctant and felt the return on the investment might not be there. After more conversation, and a demonstration of how exactly RF security tags worked, they agreed. RF security tags were placed on a test class of high shrink/theft merchandise. An RF label like Checkpoint labels is a small discreet way to help stop shoplifting and can be extremely effective when used properly. Each RF label was affixed to merchandise, maintaining the integrity of the manufacturer’s label.

The design of Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels is designed to not only activate the pedestal monitoring system but to be an obvious visible deterrent as well. Going back to shoplifters and privacy, when a shoplifter is confronted with visible Checkpoint labels on merchandise, the shoplifter is less likely to wanna spend any time attempting to defeat the RF label. Make no mistake; Checkpoint labels and RF security labels are effective methods to control loss.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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When I say small, I mean small. This particular RF label is only the size of your standard postage stamp. There are a plethora of different Checkpoint labels available to fit your needs and this one is designed for smaller items that do not need big, bulky RF labels taking up an entire side.

 While the postage stamp RF security labels are small and aesthetically pleasing, you do need to keep in mind that their detection is not going to be as good as some of the larger Checkpoint security tags. As I have stated in some of my previous articles, when it comes to RF security tags, size matters. This is why it is very important to know what RF security labels to use in what situations.

 There is always going to be decisions to be made about which RF security tags to use on what products. Do you sacrifice aesthetics for better detection or sacrifice some detection for aesthetics? If the latter is your choice, then the postage stamp label is right for you.

 The Checkpoint postage stamp label is available in three main styles. The first style is a simple plain white label that is very popular for obvious reasons. The second style is a faux barcode. This feature helps to disguise that it is a security tag even further than it’s already small size. In the third style the label is black. This helps the label blend into darker colored merchandise to help keep it from standing out.

 With all of this in mind, I hope I have helped you decide what security label will best help you stop shoplifting from occurring in your store.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

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Yes.  You can now get your RF security labels and RF security tags applied during manufacturing so you don’t have to do it.  How amazing is that?  No more associate hours spent putting on EAS tags, but rather spent helping customers.  Isn’t that an innovative concept? 

 Checkpoint security is a leading maker of RF security tags and RF security labels.  Their Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags can now be applied directly during the manufacturing process.  If you sell clothes you can have Checkpoint labels woven inside the clothes (much like the wash instructions).  The EAS deactivator at checkout will deactivate the tag and the customer can leave it alone or remove easily with a pair of scissors at home.  Besides helping to deter theft this can also help defend against wear and return customers.  If they cut the tags out you know they’ve worn and altered the product and can easily refuse the refund.

 For many other items you can have the Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags built in.  For boxed products they can apply the RF security tags either on the inside or the outside of the boxes.  If done outside it is more visible to shoplifters to let them know this item is protected.  If you are having a problem with ORC groups removing labels before stealing the product you can make it harder by having them put inside the boxes. It is hard to stop shoplifting, but using RF labels and tags will go a long way to helping in this fight.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on RF security tags, Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, RF labels, RF security labels, and how to stop shoplifting contact us at RF label or call 1.770.426.0547 

 

As a District LP Manger of a supermarket chain I am often struck by what people will actually try to steal.  It can be funny, but also unnerving, to see someone actually try to stick a turkey, ham or other large item under a dress and try to walk out.  Besides the sanitation issues that I don’t even want to ponder, I am very concerned by the brazen approach to supermarket theft.  I see more push outs and other obvious thefts here than any other hard or soft line retailer that I have ever worked before.  In order to stop shoplifting I rely heavily on RF security tags and RF security labels.

 One leading producer of RF security tags and RF security labels is Checkpoint.  Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels are some of the best in the business.  There are a variety of sizes and shapes that the Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels can be purchased.  This helps me to protect a wide variety of products.  I can use the hard Checkpoint security tags and lanyards to protect some of the general merchandise and promo items that we sell.  I use RF labels on a large variety of OTC, HBC and Meat products.  There are several options for each category that I find work well for my business.  From RF label soaker pads to source tagging options, Checkpoint helps me stop shoplifting and increase customer satisfaction.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on RF security tags, Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, RF labels, RF security labels, and how to stop shoplifting contact us at RF label or call 1.770.426.0547

 

There are a variety of ways to stop shoplifting in retail stores.  One way is by making apprehensions, but there is a lot of liability in this and it takes trained professionals to do the job correctly.  One safe and affordable option is to utilize RF security labels and RF security tags.  RF labels are sensor tags that have a radio frequency microchip that sends a signal to the pedestals at the doors when a “live” tag is passed through them.  In shorter terms, when you have a tag that has not been deactivated at the registers it will set of the door alarms when someone tries to walk out without paying.

 One popular maker of RF security tags and RF security labels is Checkpoint.  Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels are widely known in most shoplifting circles.  Thieves are much more likely to leave your product alone when it is protected by RF labels and tags then they are to steal it.  This is really what you want.  Deterrence. 

 Now don’t get me wrong.  You will still have individuals who attempt to steal product even with Checkpoint security tags attached.  Some amateurs who don’t know what they are doing will still try to steal.  Others think they are brave and will attempt to steal as well.  When this happens you can still respond.  Most states use a “Shopkeepers Act” which allows the store to stop customers when the EAS system is alarmed.  You can then check the bags, receipts, etc. to determine if you have a loss or not.  This has much less liability than simply making an accusation of theft against a random customer.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on RF security labels, RF security tags, Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, RF labels, and how to stop shoplifting contact us at RF label or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia

 

You can stop shoplifting this holiday season with the help of Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels.  Checkpoint is a leading manufacturer of RF security labels and RF security tags.  With all of the added shopper and shoplifters in your stores this holiday season the use of Checkpoint security tags and Checkpoint labels can keep track of your products while your employees focus on your customers.

It is hard to give attention to both customers and products.  RF security tags and RF labels are considered inventory control systems.  They handle keeping tabs on your product so you don’t have to.  If you apply RF tags and RF security labels to your high dollar and high theft goods then you will be alerted if someone tries to leave the store without paying.  If the sounders at the door are not going off then you can rest at ease that shoplifting is not taking place and all your focus can go to the customer; which is exactly where we want it to go.

 The use of an RF label or tag will go a long way to stop shoplifting.  Shoplifters rely on anonymity to carry out their misdeeds.  This is why the holidays are the perfect time to steal.  They can avoid associates much easier when the store is crowded and then steal without anyone even knowing they were there.  When a would-be shoplifter sees the use of Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags then they know they will receive unwanted attention if they attempt to steal the tagged product.  This in many cases will cause them to leave your product and try to steal elsewhere.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, and other RF labels that can help you stop shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on Checkpoint security tags, Checkpoint labels, RF labels, RF security labels, RF security tags and how to stop shoplifting contact us at RF label or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia