Retail Anti Theft Devices

Anti Shoplifting Gets a Boost – Atlanta Georgia

June 10, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Any retailer who has a high shrink figure knows it’s time to increase the anti shoplifting effort at his business. Most estimates attribute 33 to 50% of all shrink to shoplifters.

There are plenty of retail anti theft devices on the market that promise to stop shoplifting altogether or at least greatly reduce it. Some do and some don’t, some are enormously expensive and some are reasonable.

Retailers have shown measurable results when using retail anti theft devices made by Checkpoint Security Systems, including pedestals, Checkpoint tags, and Checkpoint labels to reduce shoplifting losses in their businesses. Using Checkpoint Security Systems retail anti theft devices properly as part of an anti shoplifting strategy, with the application of Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint tags to high risk merchandise shows shoplifters that the retailer is serious about their means to stop shoplifting and has committed to not being a victim of thieves.

First of all the pedestal (the detection part) of the Checkpoint Systems equipment is visible to customers who enter the store, but it is not at all intimidating. In fact, there are models that accept advertising panels in them to bring attention to sales or other information. Checkpoint Systems has designed Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels to protect almost any type and style of merchandise, from ready to wear to hardware, depending on the needs of the retailer.

Next the Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels can only be removed or deactivated at the point of sale by the cashier who has access to special equipment designed for this purpose. When an active tag or label passes through the pedestal’s field, an alarm sounds and a light flashes, alerting the staff as well as the customer that there is merchandise that needs attention. Staff receives special training available from Checkpoint Systems that instructs them how to handle an alarm condition with the customer and the equipment.

The Checkpoint Security System provides both deterrence and detection at a very affordable and economical price.

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The Key to Retail Theft Prevention

June 8, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

As a business in the U.S. today, with an economy that is tough (to say the least) it is important to maintain retail theft prevention.

There are a lot of things to consider with retail theft prevention and anti shoplifting initiatives. Everything from store hours to merchandise protection standards have to be looked at. How can a small chain of stores with limited resources create a retail theft prevention environment? Well it’s not as difficult as it sounds. Normal anti shoplifting initiatives will take money up front, but if you want to stop shoplifting and boost profits bring in consultants. Trying to do it yourself will only create a headache and lost dollars that could have been used to pay for a consultation in the first place. To stop shoplifting, you must know where you are being hit the hardest and what solutions are available to prevent it. Typical shoplifters go for the merchandise that is easily accessible, and have no retail anti theft devices like Checkpoint security tags with a Checkpoint Security System; merchandise can easily be taken from the store and sold for fast cash. Retail theft prevention involves rolling up your sleeves, taking a good solid look at the business and realizing what anti shoplifting initiatives it will truly take to stop shoplifting or significantly impact it. Retail anti theft devices, such as Checkpoint security tags with a Checkpoint Security System, are good solutions, however, without the appropriate knowledge and execution may prove ineffective.

As an industry professional for many years, I have had the opportunity to see and incorporate programs that have successfully impacted loss and have seen the benefits of a retail theft prevention program from its inception. Part of any program to stop shoplifting has to involve retail anti theft devices. As they work, retail anti theft devices will protect your merchandise and boost your profits, but only if you execute the program properly. Retail anti theft devices keep your merchandise is store and available for customers to buy.

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Finally an Anti Shoplifting wave hits the retail world.

June 5, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Wouldn’t it be great if instead of a crime wave an anti shoplifting wave hit your store? The problem with this idea is that most retailers don’t think about how they can stop shoplifting until they have fallen victim to it. If a retailer is waiting to experience shoplifting to engage in anti shoplifting efforts, he’ll close his business first.

Finding ways to make stores anti shoplifting is a large part of the retail world. Every day, managers and business owners walk their stores and shops wondering if they are doing enough to stop shoplifting and protect their assets and boost their profits. Are they making any impact? If the retailer isn’t using retail anti theft devices they definitely aren’t doing everything they can to protect their merchandise.

A business owner I once worked with was under the impression that his store was not experiencing shoplifting and if it was happening, it was minimal. He sold high-end clothing and accessories and believed that since his stores were in a “higher income” area, he wouldn’t suffer from shoplifters. True, he may not have the same amount of shoplifters, but he will experience shoplifting and with the product he sells, one or two shoplifters could really hurt his business. Only after my showing him several instances of shoplifting at surrounding stores and shops did he decide to install a Checkpoint Security System. As I told the manager, retail anti theft devices like the Checkpoint Security System would provide a better sense of security in his store and would truly protect his profits and hi inventory number by helping to stop shoplifting. The storeowner then decided to purchase Checkpoint Security Systems Checkpoint Tags and Checkpoint Labels. The day of final installation, 3 shoplifters were identified as they dropped or threw the merchandise they intended to steal as they ran out of the store. Shoplifters rely on being unnoticed to get what they want and with Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint Tags that is nearly impossible. The Checkpoint Security Systems deterred the shoplifters by taking away their privacy.

Now, and since the installation, the store has increased their profits because merchandise is in the store and available for purchase. Thanks to Checkpoint Security Systems retail anti theft devices an Anti shoplifting wave hit this retailers store.

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Use Checkpoint Systems to Stop profit loss from shoplifting

June 3, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

You as a business owner need to figure out a way to reduce your losses and control shrink in your store. Simple enough, you would think. But shoplifters, employee theft and vendor fraud make the task more difficult than it needs to be. When a business is thinking about anti shoplifting methods , a great option to consider is Checkpoint security systems .

Part of an effective anti shoplifting system is making sure that inventory is accurately tracked and accounted for. Then, when inventory is displayed for customers to buy, retail anti theft devices like Checkpoint security systems may be used to further counter shrink problems. Checkpoint labels may be placed on high theft merchandise so that employees are alerted when merchandise is leaving without going through a cashier. Checkpoint tags work in the same manner. Often, simply the sight of the anti shoplifting tools like Checkpoint tags may be enough to deter the shoplifter and encourage them to move on to the next unprotected business.

When you recognize that some of the merchandise you sell is sought after by thieves, Checkpoint security systems will help protect it. You want to be able to still have your high theft merchandise available to honest customers right? Well Checkpoint systems allow you to still do this and have the merchandise protected to make a profit. There is no profit to be made when your merchandise is walking out at the hands of shoplifters.

While locked cases can help deter theft, it is probably not practical to lock up every item that you sell. Also people are more likely to purchase things they can get without the help of a sales associate. Checkpoint security systems such as Checkpoint labels or Checkpoint tags are used to display the merchandise that you have to offer without worrying about the profits you may lose if the merchandise is stolen.

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Anti Shoplifting Efforts Peak Employee Interest

June 1, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

It has been a challenge for retailers to stop shoplifting since the first shops opened their doors in ancient times. Then, it was nice and easy for shop owners to enforce anti shoplifting measures. People were a lot less likely to steal when the punishment was incredibly severe.

Punishment for the crime has changed over time and unfortunately rates of loss due to shoplifting have gone drastically up. Because of this increase in crime, anti shoplifting strategies are more important now than ever before. Luckily, in today’s world retail anti theft devices , such as Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint tags are available to help combat and stop shoplifting.

The first time I came in contact with Checkpoint Security Systems, I was an undercover loss prevention agent working in a drug store. I had heard of the Checkpoint Security Systems previously, but had never the opportunity to interact with one. After a brief run down on how these worked and what to look for, I loved the system. Checkpoint Security Systems were like my partner (even better). With active Checkpoint Security Systems including Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels, thieves could not leave our store without being seen and heard.

As the years went on, each store I worked was fitted with Checkpoint systems, and we watched our shrink decrease. The more skilled “pro’s” were still challenged and forced to invent ways to attempt to defeat the checkpoint systems. Soon, many of these “pro’s” were nabbed and their ways were detected. Checkpoint systems offered my stores the anti shoplifting program we needed.

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If only shoplifters used their powers for good instead of evil…

May 30, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Early in my career as a retail theft prevention specialist, I received an email detailing a tool an individual had used for shoplifting. Attached to the email was a picture, which the asset protection employees had lovingly labeled a “booster buggy.” It was a child’s stroller, and with a blanket over the front of it, it did not look suspicious at all. But if you lifted that blanket, the crafty shoplifters had built a box in the seat of the stroller, complete with foil lining, black tape on the outside, and a flip lid. It was used to conceal and walk out with quite a bit of our business’s merchandise.

If these shoplifters would only have put their creativity to work for good instead of evil, the world might be a better place. Unfortunately, because of crimes like this, retail prices are higher for the honest customers. Businesses must utilize the resources that are available to stop shoplifting in order to combat this “evil” that all business owners face.

Retail anti theft devices can aid in this battle against “evil”, by deterring those that intend to shoplift from you. Shoplifters want easy access to your merchandise and a quick get-away, and retail anti theft devices take away both of those opportunities. They are a wise resource to utilize on your anti shoplifting crusade.

Checkpoint systems anti shoplifting devices such as Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags help stop shoplifting by alerting employees when sneaky people try to get out of your business with unpurchased merchandise.

Having an effective retail theft prevention program for your business is also a mighty weapon against shoplifting. Educated employees that provide good customer service, checkpoint security tags, key controls, closed circuit television, and a variety of other retail anti theft devices all can help stop shoplifting in your business.

With good retail theft prevention, the “evil” of shoplifting can be defeated in your business, allowing for “good” profits.

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Retail theft prevention with Checkpoint Systems

May 26, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

I’ve learned after working a few years in retail theft prevention that shoplifters come in all shapes and sizes. They are all ages, all backgrounds, and all classes of people. I’ve also learned that while some are obvious as to what their intentions are when they enter your business, others have learned to blend in and do their work virtually undetected. Your shrink dollars and unaccounted for merchandise tells you that they have been there – but you are only left reeling in their wake.

Anti shoplifting devices such as Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint tags can help deter these shoplifters when you might not otherwise be able to. A business can be fully staffed and still employees can miss the tell-tale signs of a potential shoplifter. Or that shoplifter might just be well rehearsed with his or her technique for stealing. With retail anti theft devices such as Checkpoint security systems, your merchandise itself can protect your assets and increase your profits.

Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags can be affixed to your high ticket and high theft merchandise. With Checkpoint systems in place, your merchandise can essentially defend itself. The sneaky shoplifter who might otherwise steal from you will reconsider when they see that you have invested in retail theft prevention measures. Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels are nearly impossible to remove without a key from the register and will sound a loud alarm when they leave your store without being removed. This is certainly attention that potential shoplifters don’t want.

Any person who walks into your business could be a shoplifter. They aren’t all shoplifters, but there are more than you might suspect. By utilizing anti shoplifting options such as Checkpoint systems, you can let the retail anti theft devices do the work of reducing the shrink and loss experienced at the hands of these people.

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Checkpoint Systems: The New Frontier

May 19, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Checkpoint security systems have come a long way since their humble beginnings in Philadelphia. You might not know this but Checkpoint Systems was originally designed for libraries and it wasn’t until later that they became the retail anti theft devices that you know today.

A Philadelphia library was having a problem with patrons leaving the building with books that they had not checked out. This was causing a significant amount of loss of books and ultimately money. Checkpoint systems realized that something needed to be done and designed a contraption that used RF (radio frequency) energy to detect Checkpoint tags that had been placed inside the library books.

The original Checkpoint security systems looked similar to the metal detectors that you have to walk through at the airport. With advancements in technology, came smaller and better antennas. These are probably the ones you are most familiar with. I still see this style of Checkpoint security system antennas or Checkpoint labels on clothing in television shows and movies.

As well as the “legacy” equipment worked, there was always one constant flaw. The Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels would pickup differently depending on how they were facing. If the tag were facing sideways or horizontal it would be detected better than if it were forward facing. This would cause a gap or a hole in the system making it easier for items to leave the premises without being detected.

With the release of the new Evolve antennas, this problem was finally resolved. The Checkpoint security systems Evolve antenna is designed with 360 degree rotating detection field. This means that when tagged items go through the retail anti theft devices, they will be equally detected no matter which way they are facing. This new design truly is a game changer. With the use of an Evolve Checkpoint security system, preventing loss just got a whole lot easier.

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Use Checkpoint Security Systems… Stop suffering from shoplifters

May 12, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

Your business is suffering…from shrink. A Checkpoint Security System may be the solution you have been looking for. There are options available, such as Checkpoint security systems that can be effective at deterring and preventing losses to your business from theft.

Retail ant theft devices such as Checkpoint tags and Checkpoint labels are a visible deterrent that shoplifters do not want to have to deal with when they target your business. Shoplifters thrive on not being noticed. Why have the extra hassle of figuring out how to get around a checkpoint security systems retail anti theft devices when there are other businesses that are unprotected? Checkpoint systems are a proven industry leader in this innovation and are a worthwhile investment to those wishing to explore anti shoplifting options.

As a business owner you need to be able to openly offer merchandise that your customers desire and are willing to purchase. When you sell items that are considered high theft, or appealing to those that shoplift, you are taking an additional risk by having these items available to your honest customers as well. Protecting this high theft merchandise with checkpoint tags and checkpoint labels allows you to afford to offer this desirable merchandise without having to offset shrink with higher prices.

Honest customers appreciate your investment in retail anti theft devices. While they may not realize it when they are shopping at your business, your ability to offer reasonable prices and in-stock merchandise is appreciated, and is directly related to your investment in retail theft prevention and anti shoplifting systems. With a Checkpoint security system you can offer the merchandise protection you need to be a competitive business, not a victim of theft.

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Checkpoint Systems “For Dummies”

May 5, 2011 by Staff Editor Leave a Comment

A Checkpoint security system is an excellent tool used by retailers around the world to help prevent shoplifting. It is a visual deterrent that causes most petty shoplifter to think twice about putting merchandise in their pocket. Also, Checkpoint systems alert employees if someone tries to leave the store with items that have not been purchased.

Checkpoint security systems create an RF (Radio Frequency) field around the antenna(s) that are located at exit points of a retail store. They also may be placed at any point a retailer decides they do not want merchandise that has not been purchased to go. The RF field works the same way as radio or cell phone towers. The closer you are to them the stronger the signal will be. This means that the closer the Checkpoint labels are to the antennas the better the pickup will be.

Checkpoint tags are tuned to a specific frequency that the Checkpoint security system is designed to recognize. This can be compared to a radio station’s number. When you turn the radio in to 97.5 F.M. you are telling your radio to receive the signal that is being transmitted by the radio tower that is broadcasting at 97.5 MHz. A Checkpoint security system does the same thing except it is at 8.2MHz.

This is where some retailer’s expectations become increasingly high. Although Checkpoint security systems do a fantastic job at detecting merchandise with Checkpoint labels, it is not 100 percent accurate by itself. Retailers cannot simply have someone install Checkpoint systems and expect the system to become their entire loss prevention department. This is true with any electronic article surveillance system.

To be continued…

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