Protecting Your Neighborhood Business with Clothing Security Tags

October 18, 2011 by

As a loss prevention agent in a major metropolitan city, I’ve seen my fair share of what attracts shoplifters. Items close to the door or without clothing security tags allow thieves to think they can get away scot-free with your product. However, one of the easiest ways to discourage shoplifters with minimal disruption to your loyal customers is to place security tags on clothes.

One thing that amazes me is the deterrence effect of clothing security on potential shoplifters. I have lost count of how many times I have spotted a suspect sift through items with clothing alarms to find the one item that did not have any clothing security tags, which becomes the item they steal. I’ve even had shoplifters bluntly tell me that the hassle of removing a clothing alarm is not worth the effort!

Recently, a female attempted to do a grab-and-run out of my store. She picked up a stack of jeans totaling $1300 and ran out the front door, which activated the clothing alarm. She immediately threw down the clothes and left. You can bet I was thankful we had clothing security on those jeans that day!

The different types of clothing security tags make it very easy to find the right fit for each product. Several of the clip-on clothing alarms work great for shirts and bottoms, while the cable locks are excellent for jackets and sweaters and are useful for the bulky items that are too thick for clip-on security tags.

To purchase clothing security tags or a clothing alarm, please visit the loss prevention store.

For more information on clothing security, clothing alarm or security tags on clothes contact us or call 1.770.426.0547

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RF labels proof that size doesn’t matter when it comes to security

October 16, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The size of RF labels varies and can be used in different manners. Checkpoint labels mimic the appearance of price bar codes, these types of checkpoint security tags are a tremendous help when trying to figure a way to stop shoplifting in your business. The one thing about RF security tags and RF security labels is that no matter what how big or small your operation the main goal is to stop shoplifting.

 RF labels, Checkpoint labels and RF security labels operate together with a detector system that is located at the exit door. When an item with a RF label passes through without being paid an alarm goes off. Checkpoint security tags also give the opportunity for retailers to display hi-value items because they have an RF security tag on them.

 RF labels may be one of the smallest weapons in the fight to stop shoplifting and their presence is unseen by the public. But Checkpoint security tags get the job done they not only prevent shoplifting, but checkpoint labels also deter theft. So don’t let the size of an RF label, RF security label or RF security tag fool you they all deliver a big punch.

 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

 

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RF labels bring about large results

October 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment

     In the security industry many different things are used to try and stop shoplifting. One of these devices are called RF labels. An RF label which stands for Radio Frequency label. An RF label is placed inside any kind of merchandise from electronics, health & Beauty aids and various other items.  The RF security labels work together with an EAS system which omits a radio signal which alarms the EAS sensor when unpaid merchandise leaves premises.  There are also Decoy RF Label which don’t omit a signal but gives the impression it does light a regular RF labels.

      Checkpoint security tags and checkpoint labels each do their part to stop shoplifting. They work in the same way that RF labels work they work together with an EAS system setting off an alarm when unpaid merchandise leaves premises. But when placing these RF labels and RF security tags one must placed them so they can be undetectable by shoplifters.

      Early in my career I was trained to place two RF labels on an item the shoplifter would see this and remove the first RF label never bothering to check for any other RF security tags. Checkpoint security tags do work as long as they are placed properly on the merchandise. Some items already come with RF security labels from the warehouse. But there are still many items that need to have the RF security labels placed on them. So employees have to place the RF security tags on the merchandise and they must be shown how to do this properly to stop shoplifting. 

      So checkpoint labels and checkpoint security tags are a great way to protect a company’s assets. So if retail theft is an issue consider using checkpoint labels, checkpoint security tags and RF security labels. They may look small but they pack a big punch when it comes to deterring 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.

 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

 

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PREVENT SHOPLIFITING TO PROTECT YOUR BOTTOM LINE

October 15, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The key to any successful retail operation is protecting the company’s bottom line.  If you want to prevent shoplifting you must adapted to the current and future challenges that your business is facing.  Retail anti theft devices are considered to be the second line of defense to prevent shoplifting. 

 What is the first line of defense?  …Great customer service. 

 Shoplifters love it when they find your staff busy with another customer.  This gives them an opportunity to conceal merchandise in a bag or on there person.  Lets face it some shoplifters are bold enough to just walk right out the door with your assets if you are not paying attention.  Retail anti theft devices will deter theft and prevent shoplifting so you can protect your profitability.   

 I have always trained retail sale associates to meet and greet every customer that enters a store within the first 15 seconds.  This is a great goal but sometimes it’s just not possible.  During busy holiday season or peak shopping hours your ability to greeting a customer within the first 30 seconds can prove to be a real challenge at times.

 Retail anti theft devices will buy you time and save you money.  A company I once worked for placed anti theft devices on all of our merchandise that was a target for shoplifters during the busy holiday season.  Over night we turned a chronic shoplifting problem into a customer service opportunity. 

 Shoplifters that had been identified showed-up during peak shopping hours hoping our staff would not pay them any attention. The retail anti theft devices gave us time to prevent shoplifting by providing great customer service without neglecting our business needs.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store for retail anti theft devices that can help you prevent shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on how you can use retail anti theft devices to prevent shoplifting contact us or call 1.770.426.0547

 

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Clothing Security: The LP Professionals Not So Silent Partner

October 15, 2011 by

Imagine for a moment that you are shopping at your local department store and have found a pair of jeans that you just can’t live without.  The only problem is you are on a limited budget and have plans to go to the movies with your best friend later that night.  You know that those jeans would be perfect for your night out so you decide that you need to steal them.  You heard that some stores put security tags on clothes but you doubt they actually work.  As you are picking out the perfect pair of jeans you hear the clothing alarm going off at the front of the store.  You quickly turn your attention to the front doors and you see an associate politely checking a customer as he was about to exit the building.  The customer looks embarrassed and quickly hands the associate a shirt that clearly wasn’t paid for.  You now glance at the pair of jeans you thought would be an easy target and see a clothing security tag.  You carry the jeans to the nearest point of sale register and purchase them.  You decide the movie can wait until next week.

 As you can see in the above example clothing security not only prevented a theft but actually added to sales.  There are several types of clothing alarm systems available depending on the needs of your company.  Hard tags are a visible deterrent and are securely attached to merchandise by a locking pin.  Soft tags are a less visible option and can be applied to just about any type of merchandise by use of an adhesive backing.  Many retailers place soft tags inside the pockets of their merchandise in order to offer security without distracting from the product.  All types of clothing security tags require removal or deactivation at the register and provide a 24/7 deterrent to theft.  Industry loss Prevention professionals understand that the use of security tags on clothes offers an element of protection that reduces shrink and keeps merchandise on the shelves for our paying customers.

To purchase clothing security tags or a clothing alarm please visit the loss prevention store.

 For more information on clothing security, clothing alarm or security tags on clothes contact us or call 1.770.426.0547

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Employee theft of prescription drugs are on the rise – Atlanta Georgia

October 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment

I recently became a member of NADDI (National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators) and attended my first conference.  I was blown away by all of the other stores with pharmacies who were discussing the employee theft of drugs.  A recent study conducted by the GBI showed that last year in the state of Georgia, deaths related to drugs were almost 5 to 1 prescription drugs versus illicit drugs.  Yep.  You read that right.  Based on the study a significant majority of people died on legal drugs instead of illegal drugs.

One of the major ways that these legal drugs are making their way on the street is due to internal theft.  The street value for narcotics is huge.  Depending on the drug there are some that are selling for $25-$50 a pill.  As an employee of a pharmacy, if you steal a 100 count bottle of most any schedule 3 pain medicine (lower street value, but also reduced security) you can expect to get roughly $500 or more for that one little bottle.  With the money to be made it is easy to see why internal theft is so high in this area.

Another major reason for employee theft of these medications is personal addiction.  Many pharmacy employees become tempted to self medicate since they are around pills all day and they know what “good feeling” they can deliver.  There are an alarming number of techs and pharmacists who are users themselves and steal to support their habits.

If you run a pharmacy or have one inside your business (as most grocery stores do) it is important to conduct a routine employee theft investigation.  An employee theft investigation can be done in several ways.  It can include routine drug testing.  You can also use covert cameras to monitor areas the employees don’t think are covered.  Finally, you can do routine counts of the “high theft” items to track discrepancies.

For more information on employee theft , employee theft investigation or internal contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia

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Take the Target Off Your Back

October 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Have you thought about using an EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) system in your store? There are many forms of RF security systems out there; the best ones, however, use paper-thin RF security labels and the industry standard in the RF label world is Checkpoint labels and Checkpoint security tags. RF security tags are small hard plastic clothing tags that are nearly impossible to remove without a special key kept next to your registers.

 You have probably noticed clothing tags on your floor or shoved into shelves and empty hangers. Unfortunately, shoplifters have realized that you aren’t using RF security tags or RF labels and you are an easy target. They run no risk of being seen attempting to remove an RF label and you aren’t using an EAS system to sound off when they take your merchandise. The only way to stop shoplifting now is to start taking it seriously.

 You need to invest in RF labels and RF security tags. Shoplifters rely on anonymity to steal things. They don’t want to be noticed doing their evil deeds. When a criminal sees RF tags on clothing they are an automatic visual deterrent. No shoplifter wants to risk an RF security system going off and alerting everyone in the store that they’re trying to walk out with active RF security labels. It’s a small investment to protect your inventory and let shoplifters know you are no longer the easy target they’re after!

 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

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To prevent shoplifting everyone must all work together

October 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment

     When a business looks at ways on how to prevent shoplifting they have to look at every aspect of their business.  They have to look at what areas of the store are more vulnerable than others. They use Retail anti theft devices to protect their merchandise in the store. But to prevent shoplifting it takes every employee to become part of the preventive measures.

      Business owners must show their staff how to use the Retail anti theft devices properly. When they educate their staff they are helping their business lower their losses. The staff is the first line of defense in the battle that all retailers must endure to prevent shoplifting, internal theft and paper work error.  

      Retail anti theft devices come in all different shapes and types to be used in protecting various items from clothing items to electronics items. But along with the use of these devices to prevent shoplifting employers must show employees method of being proactive to prevent theft. Employees need to understand that doing things such as greeting customers that enter a department and reporting suspicious situation to management or security.

      Employees must understand that they are all an important part to securing the assets of the store along with the Loss prevention staff. So for any business to have a successful program to prevent shoplifting the entire staff needs to be involved. Depending on the use of Retail anti theft devices alone will not make for a successful security program. The only way for a business to succeed in protecting their asset is if all employees work together as a team.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store for retail anti theft devices that can help you prevent shoplifting in your business.

 For more information on how you can use retail anti theft devices to prevent shoplifting contact us or call 1.770.426.256

 

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CLOTHING SECURITY: A COST EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE

October 13, 2011 by

Retailers worldwide have felt the impact of the global economic crisis and cost effective asset protection initiatives have been developed to meet the demand. By reducing the rising cost of clothing security the retail community can pass these savings on to the consumer. The asset protection community now understands that clothing security tags are efficient and can deter theft while maintaining a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Placing security tags on clothes requires minimal training and clothing security tags and a clothing alarm can be easily adapted to meet the current and future needs of a merchant.  Clothing security does not adversely impact the commitment to customer service and placing security tags on clothes will not damage the merchandise.  Clothing security tags are a simple and cost effective method to reduce internal and external theft through deterrence.

A major retail company I once worked for placed security tags on clothes as part of a comprehensive shortage reduction strategy.  This key accountability was an effort to reduce widespread shoplifting in the top five shortage departments.  A clothing alarm was placed on targeted merchandise and shoplifting was reduced by more than 30% the first year through the use of cost effective clothing security tags.  Clothing Security is a time tested and proven deterrent to all types of theft.

If you want to reduce company shortage and maintain your commitment to customer service, placing security tags on clothes is an affordable asset protection initiative.

To purchase clothing security tags or a clothing alarm please visit the loss prevention store.

For more information on clothing security, a clothing alarm or security tags on clothes contact us or call 1.770.426.0547

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Employee theft of prescription drugs are on the rise – Atlanta Georgia

October 11, 2011 by Leave a Comment

I recently became a member of NADDI (National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators) and attended my first conference.  I was blown away by all of the other stores with pharmacies who were discussing the employee theft of drugs.  A recent study conducted by the GBI showed that last year in the state of Georgia, deaths related to drugs were almost 5 to 1 prescription drugs versus illicit drugs.  Yep.  You read that right.  Based on the study a significant majority of people died on legal drugs instead of illegal drugs.

One of the major ways that these legal drugs are making their way on the street is due to internal theft.  The street value for narcotics is huge.  Depending on the drug there are some that are selling for $25-$50 a pill.  As an employee of a pharmacy, if you steal a 100 count bottle of most any schedule 3 pain medicine (lower street value, but also reduced security) you can expect to get roughly $500 or more for that one little bottle.  With the money to be made it is easy to see why internal theft is so high in this area.

Another major reason for employee theft of these medications is personal addiction.  Many pharmacy employees become tempted to self medicate since they are around pills all day and they know what “good feeling” they can deliver.  There are an alarming number of techs and pharmacists who are users themselves and steal to support their habits.

If you run a pharmacy or have one inside your business (as most grocery stores do) it is important to conduct a routine employee theft investigation.  An employee theft investigation can be done in several ways.  It can include routine drug testing.  You can also use covert cameras to monitor areas the employees don’t think are covered.  Finally, you can do routine counts of the “high theft” items to track discrepancies.

For more information on employee theft , employee theft investigation or internal contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia

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