The holidays are most retailers busiest time of the year where financial goals tend to be made or lost based on a narrow scope of time. This obviously causes a huge amount of stress for both the sales operations department and the Loss Prevention department.

I worked for a small box retailer who made 60 percent of their business in a two month holiday period. This retailer bought and implemented the Checkpoint security tag system as a means to attempt to stop shoplifting. This system was very helpful since the store personnel were overwhelmed with sales and customer service issues at this time of year.

The store locations that utilized the checkpoint system the best devised a daily system to ensure all floor product was tagged with rf security labels both in the morning and at night. By no means will any physical security system stop shoplifting 100% but a properly implemented EAS system using checkpoint security tags as well as rf labels will take a huge bite out of shrink.

I remember how store locations from the same company could differ greatly in every aspect of the business thus requiring district and regional level store visits to ensure overall compliance to company policies. The same differences could be found in store locations both using the rf label system.

Part of my store visits were to first watch the location for a while to get a feel for the store’s overall compliance to sales and loss prevention protocol. It became plainly obvious that for the Checkpoint security label system to work in a store the system had to be supported by both the District Manager and the Store Manager. Failure to support the system from top management was easily pinpointed when auditing the checkpoint security tag compliance in high shrink categories as well as how the store staffs reacted to the EAS alarm system when product with rf labels were removed from the store.

If a customer walked out of the store with merchandise that had a rf label or rf security tag on it that either had not been properly deactivated or removed and the staff merely let the customer leave without batting an eye then it was usually a telltale sign that the checkpoint system was not being supported. The indifference to the system was something that had to be rectified immediately from the top down since ignoring the checkpoint label system cost the company money in both merchandise loss as well as the cost of the rf labels and rf security tags. It was imperative to have a meeting with the District Manager first and then the store manager. I would bring a breakdown of the store’s highest shrink categories and a detailed comparison to similar stores who were supporting the checkpoint system.

I would ensure the stores were evenly matched for sales volume, demographic and payroll allotment so that the comparison was fair. At this point District Managers usually understood the value of the rf security label system as well as the necessity to fully support and utilize the program. This is when as loss prevention profession I would step in to train the store manager and the staff as to proper tagging of merchandise using the rf security labels and rf security tags. I also had to train the staffs as to the importance of auditing the tagged product for consistency and compliance. Another piece to the training is to ensure every team member knows how to deactivate and remove checkpoint security tags and checkpoint security labels. The final step in training was to instruct all staff members the correct way to approach a customer when the EAS pedestal alarms sound when someone is removing product either knowingly or unknowingly still tagged with RF security labels or rf security tags.

Though the Checkpoint system can not promise to altogether stop shoplifting it was plainly evident when inventory results were reviewed that locations which embraced the checkpoint product wholly had much better overall shrink.

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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Utilizing Checkpoint labels will increase your ability to stop shoplifting at your retail location.  Checkpoint labels when placed on products offer an added layer of merchandise security.  Checkpoint labels have been used across the retail industry to help stop shoplifting.  Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags are two of high tech products in the loss prevention industry aimed at preventing shoplifting.

            Checkpoint security tags use RF technology in an effort to stop shoplifting.  Checkpoint security tags, unlike an RF label, are usually attached to merchandise.  A RF label may be affixed to merchandise packaging or integrated into the packaging.  A RF label operates in a similar manner as RF security tags they emit a radio frequency that is designed to alarm if it breaks the field of a security pedestal, which reacts when RF labels enters into the radio frequency field. 

            RF labels and RF security tags have become more and more popular in the retail industry.  Many stores have installed the RF frequency pedestal detectors at the entrances to their stores and they utilize both the RF security labels and RF security tags on their merchandise.  I have worked in stores that have utilized either the RF security labels or the RF security tags.  In some stores I have seen both the RF security labels and the RF security tags being used in shoplifter prevention. 

It is important that stores are consistent in their use of RF labels.  This consistency occurs when the store commits to ensuring every product in the store has an RF device either attached to it or integrated into the product or product packaging.  Shoplifters will be persistent and look for merchandise that is less protected and if they find merchandise that is not protected, they will target that merchandise.  I have seen shoplifters steal merchandise simply because it did not have a security tag.

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

 

If you own a grocery store, you are probably all too familiar with shoplifters stealing steaks. The theft of meat is one of the leading causes of loss in the Grocery industry. Whether it is a porterhouse or just your standard round roast, thieves target these items for either resale on the black market or just for their weekend bar-b-que.

 Well, if this is a problem you are having, we have a solution for you. At Loss Prevention Systems, in our Checkpoint labels division, we offer an RF label that is embedded in a soaker pad. It is an all-in-one solution to your problem. Inside a standard soaker pad, a specially designed RF label is sewn into the fabric of the pad.

 With this added level of convenience, you no longer have to add that extra step to the butcher’s duties. Usually when the meat is being packaged and priced, the individuals will then attach RF labels somewhere on the package. Although this doesn’t add much time to the process, there are several things that can go wrong during this step. You always run the risk of the employee forgetting to put the RF security tags on the products or they place the Checkpoint security tags in the wrong place. When I say wrong place, this does not mean that depending on where the RF label is placed, that it won’t alarm when it goes out the door. What I am meaning is that if the RF security labels are sporadically placed throughout the packaging, the cashiers will not know what part of the package needs to cross over the scanner to ensure deactivation of a purchased item. This can cause issues with customers who have purchased items properly having to be inconvenienced when leaving your establishment.

 With the soaker pad RF security tags, anyone who can place a soaker pad under a piece of meat has the skill set to help stop shoplifting from occurring in your meat department.

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

 

One of the highest theft items at the stores I cover as a loss prevention agent is accessories. These items cover anything from men’s and women’s fragrances to jewelry and makeup. The reason these items are so appealing to shoplifters is the fact that they are so easily concealable. All a shoplifter needs to do is walk by a case of lip balms, for example, and casually pick one up and put it in their pocket/purse/shopping bag. In order to stop shoplifting of accessories one of the greatest resources we use are RF labels.

The “RF” in RF labels stands for Radio Frequency. They work similarly to other Checkpoint security tags by setting off an alarm when a shoplifter attempts to take an item with a RF label outside of the store. The remarkable aspect about Checkpoint labels, however, is the fact that they can be placed on almost any item large or small in your store in order to stop shoplifting.

RF security labels are small and discreet. They can be placed on the bottom of your product in order to not cause any interference to customer interactions. RF security tags are strong, too. The glue is secure and cannot be taken off easily and believe me I’ve seen plenty of people try!

If your store sells smaller items, such as makeup or fragrance, RF security labels are a must. In order to effectively stop shoplifting, you must be proactive in guarding the highest theft items.

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

 

Fragrances, watches and jewelry can be easily concealed in a purse or shopping bag.  As a matter of fact fragrance gift sets that are widely available during the holidays just walk right out the door sometimes without being concealed. 

 I’ve seen it happen hundreds of times… literally! 

 If you want to stop shoplifting you must be proactively protecting your inventory and checkpoint labels are a good place to start.  RF security labels are similar to the RF security tags or sensor tags placed on clothing items.  They act as a physical inventory tracking devices and can be great deterrents to help stop shoplifting.

 Most of the retailers I’ve worked for over the years use both overt and covert methods for tracking merchandise by using RF labels. You can place an RF label in plain sight on a merchandise tag or discreetly conceal it within a package.  You can even get creative and have RF labels customized with barcodes so they can be concealed in plain sight. 

When merchandise is purchased the RF security tags are deactivated during checkout.  If the merchandise is not purchased and someone attempts to leave the store with an activated RF label the checkpoint security tag will alert the staff that someone has just shoplifted and you can take action.

 Checkpoint labels are easy to apply and difficult to remove.  I’ve caught a large number of shoplifters trying to steal fragrance gift sets and watches over the years because the dishonest customers attempt to remove the RF security labels before they leave the store. 

 Attempting to remove RF labels will force shoplifters to reveal themselves and their true intentions.

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

 

There is a new wave of high tech security measures being implemented in the retail industry.  This wave utilizes RF technology.  Radio frequency radiates from a device or RF label and sends a signal to a receiver.  If an RF label is detected within a certain range, the RF label causes the receiver system to react.  After receiving a signal from RF labels, RF security tags or RF security labels the receiver will give off an audible alarm.  The new RF technology is the latest measures being employed to stop shoplifting.

 RF labels and RF security tags are two of the most used devices.  These devices can be attached externally using a variety of methods.  RF security labels can be integrated directly into the product.  These fully integrated labels are used on a variety of products.  Some products that have commonly used RF security labels have been work boots, clothing and medicine.  RF security labels can be adapted and integrated very easily to suit the retailer’s needs.

 In the fight to stop shoplifting, Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags have been on the frontline.  The loss prevention industry has used Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags to protect thousands of products.  It is important when using RF technology that there is a reliable brand of devices available to use.  Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags have proven to be one of the most reliable on the market.  Retailers must take every measure they can to stop shoplifting.  RF technology will certainly be around awhile.  This technology allows retailers to place an invisible field of protection around their entire store. In my many years of working as a loss prevention manager, I have relied on the use of RF security tags and RF labels to help me stop shoplifting in my stores.  I feel that this technology is a must regardless of what other measures may be in place.

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

 

The problem with applying RF labels to health and beauty products has always been that there is not enough space on the box to place the RF label. You always end up covering the directions or ingredients. Now that is no longer an issue with Checkpoint labels new See-Thru HBC RF Label.

 With its clear polyurethane design, it allows you to place the RF security labels directly over the barcode. Using this design allows you to use Checkpoint security tags without covering up important parts of the box while still being able to scan said product.

 Another benefit with this particular RF label, is that it almost disappears on the product and does not draw attention to the fact that is has an RF label placed on it. Whether you are placing RF security tags on hair dyes or placing them on medicine containers, the sleek design and styling of these RF security labels are perfect.

 Also, from a technical standpoint, the design of the elongated style of the label increases the detection of the label when it is presented to a Checkpoint system. Most labels that are as thin as this label is will not pick up as well as a standard 410 (1-inch by 1-inch) square label. The EP (Enhanced Performance) line of Checkpoint labels are hands down the best RF labels in the industry.

 Once again, Checkpoint has designed RF security tags that are specifically designed to increase aesthetics while also helping companies stop shoplifting from occurring in their 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.

 For more information on Checkpoint labels, Checkpoint security tags, 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

 

RF security labels, the business owners secret weapon to stop shoplifting. I have always been a huge fan of RF label technology. I have apprehended many shoplifters in my day who foolishly attempted to remove checkpoint security tags or conceal product tagged with RF security labels. Checkpoint in particular has evolved this technology over the years to near perfection.

The Checkpoint labels, soft tags, have become so much more durable and stick to almost every product imaginable. Everything from books, to music, to movies to shoes to fragrances can utilize the RF label. In the beginning many years ago the RF security labels would not stick to product and sometimes fell off, that issue has since been remedied. RF labels are one of the most dependable checkpoint security tags companies use today.

Larger companies even employ source tagging which allows all specified product to be tagged with RF labels at the distribution center thus saving payroll hours at the store level. Instead of a store location spending time and effort to tag and then merchandise product as an added step of the shipment receiving process items are tagged with Checkpoint labels and audited at the distribution center thus allowing payroll to be utilized more effectively.  

Another positive point about the checkpoint labels is that it is by no means easily removed from tagged product without bringing attention to yourself on the sales floor. The last suspect I caught had been attempting to remove RF security tags from sneakers. The suspect was not only drawing attention he was visibly frustrated that the RF labels were not easily removed. He then proceeded to put the still tagged shoes in his bag and attempt to leave the store where he was met by me, my staff and the checkpoint pedestal alarm.  This goes a long way to stop shoplifting.

Also, many businesses will hide the soft tag while letting customers know clearly through store signage that the Checkpoint security tags are used and will result in an alarm if removed from the store without first being deactivated and or removed. When a shoplifter knows there is a checkpoint system using RF security tags that they may or may not see it gives them pause to steal since they do not know where the product is tagged. Clearly showing all customers that you employ and checkpoint system will bring you ever closer to your goal to stop shoplifting.

The highest shrink categories I experienced in larger store locations were fragrances and jewelry accessories. There was always a battle to lock all of these items up thus reducing the potential for sales. The RF label system allows businesses to maximize sales potential and merchandise the product in a way that it is pleasing to the customer. The key to ensuring your highest shrink categories are protected by the RF security tags is to make sure the store staff tags all specified product properly and that vulnerable product is audited for tagging compliance.

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

 

 

RF technology is quickly becoming a retail industry security standard.  RF labels, RF security tags, and RF security labels allow a retail business to secure their product with a very effective and non-invasive security tool.  These RF label, RF security labels, and RF security tags are a very effective tool to stop shoplifting and employee theft.  These two activities can have a negative impact on a retail business of any level.   They can affect the largest of multi-national corporations or the small business owner.

 In response to the threat of these issues, Checkpoint Security has developed and supplies the Checkpoint Security Tag and the Checkpoint Labels.  Checkpoint Security can provide RF labels, RF security tags and RF security labels to address your businesses security needs.  I have worked with Checkpoint Security in my career and can attest to their business-to-business service and their knowledge of the retail industry.   I have used Checkpoint Security technology as a part of my district and regional loss prevention strategy.  The tools that the company provides have always had a positive impact on the security of my stores and have had an almost non-existent impact on the customer experience.  Their ability to stop shoplifting is substantial. 

 Much of the loss prevention theory is that limiting the opportunity of shoplifters is the best policy to stop shoplifting.  To limit or stop shoplifting, a retailer must create a sense of control in their stores.  This can successfully be done with the RF label or RF security tag.  It would be wise for any retail business, big or small to look into the Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint Security tags.

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