Lock The Compactor- Employee Theft

June 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
In one of our high theft stores, we were loosing a significant amount of power tools from a well-known brand. We did not suspect at first that the cause was from employee theft. We had assumed that the losses came from shoplifters.
The power tools were items that we had historically had shrink problems with. We had countless incidents and recoveries from shoplifters trying to steal these power tools. When we started to loose even more of them, we just assumed we had more shoplifters than normal.
The obvious solution was to beef up our employees during the day to look out for the shoplifters. While we had a few, it was nothing like the shoplifting rampage that had to be happening for us to loose this many tools. It was then that we realized we should probably start and employee theft investigation.
We started our employee theft investigation with the receiving department. The employees were alone at the wee hours of the morning with minimal supervision. We installed a temporary, discreet camera to see what was going on when nobody else was around.
What we saw was employees sifting through the boxes of merchandise coming into the store. As soon as they found the boxes with power tools in them, they would set the box aside.
Near the end of their shift, they would toss the full boxes into the trash compactor. Someone would go to the outside of the building and grab them. This way the boxes were never seen leaving though one of the main doors.
For more information on employee theft, employee theft investigation or internal theft contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia
Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

In one of our high theft stores, we were loosing a significant amount of power tools from a well-known brand. We did not suspect at first that the cause was from employee theft. We had assumed that the losses came from shoplifters.

The power tools were items that we had historically had shrink problems with. We had countless incidents and recoveries from shoplifters trying to steal these power tools. When we started to loose even more of them, we just assumed we had more shoplifters than normal.

The obvious solution was to beef up our employees during the day to look out for the shoplifters. While we had a few, it was nothing like the shoplifting rampage that had to be happening for us to loose this many tools. It was then that we realized we should probably start an employee theft investigation.

We started our employee theft investigation with the receiving department. The employees were alone at the wee hours of the morning with minimal supervision. We installed a temporary, discreet camera to see what was going on when nobody else was around.

What we saw was employees sifting through the boxes of merchandise coming into the store. As soon as they found the boxes with power tools in them, they would set the box aside.

Near the end of their shift, they would toss the full boxes into the trash compactor. Someone would go to the outside of the building and grab them. This way the boxes were never seen leaving though one of the main doors.

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

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

 

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S-Tag Gives A More Classy Look

June 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
I never really thought about the look of a Clothing Security tag and what it says about the store.  That is until yesterday.  Hard tags attached to clothing and accessories come in different shapes, colors, and sizes, but the newest offering from Checkpoint stands out the most.  It is called the S-Tag, and it’s sleek design and ease of use should definitely put it at the top of the list to check into if you are looking for Clothing Security solutions.  
My daughter and I went shopping at a big local mall yesterday, and since she is a teenager, she is into a different fad and style every other week.  Of course, these stores can keep up with her desires better than me, so the easiest thing to do is give her a gift card and set her free.  I hang out in the store, and she clears the choices with me before going to the checkout.  So while I walk around and browse, I take a look at what the stores are using for the Clothing Security.  In one particularly popular store, I was actually surprised at the one tool they utilize, and these people tag everything.  Purses, bracelets, lingerie, shoes, makeup bags, and every piece of clothing in the store had a tag on it.  These things were huge, round, and were pinned on even the most delicate of fabrics and skimpiest of attire.  They were some no-name brand, and although the idea is deterrence for sure, these things really brought down the whole high-end atmosphere of the store.  You want customers to know the garments are secured, but you never want to detract from the appearance of the product you are trying to sell.  
I would have expected a better choice from a big name store in a big popular mall like this.  In a small clothing business you do not want to turn your customers off like this.  And if you sell accessories you do not want to put giant pins into them.  They may leave a crease or other marks on the products. 
That is the beauty of the new S-Tag.  It has a great sleek design and can be attached in a couple different ways.  First of all, they are made to be pinned into the seam of a garment, so there is no need to put it right on the front or at the collar.  The S-Tag is still very visible, but the focus is kept on the item, not the Clothing Security.  As far as accessories, there is the lanyard option.  The items are kept safe and secure, and the customer can still admire the product.  
There is a need for a clear visual symbol to deter shoplifters and keep your clothing safe until purchased.  But after yesterday, I can definitely say there is a big difference in the available Clothing Security tags.  Your shoppers will also notice and your store could benefit from the more classy looking choice.
For more information contact us at 1.770.426.0547 or Clothingsecurity.net

I never really thought about the look of a Clothing Security tag and what it says about the store.  That is until yesterday.  Hard tags attached to clothing and accessories come in different shapes, colors, and sizes, but the newest offering from Checkpoint stands out the most.  It is called the S-Tag, and it’s sleek design and ease of use should definitely put it at the top of the list to check into if you are looking for Clothing Security solutions.  

My daughter and I went shopping at a big local mall yesterday, and since she is a teenager, she is into a different fad and style every other week.  Of course, these stores can keep up with her desires better than me, so the easiest thing to do is give her a gift card and set her free.  I hang out in the store, and she clears the choices with me before going to the checkout.  So while I walk around and browse, I take a look at what the stores are using for the Clothing Security.  In one particularly popular store, I was actually surprised at the one tool they utilize, and these people tag everything.  Purses, bracelets, lingerie, shoes, makeup bags, and every piece of clothing in the store had a tag on it.  These things were huge, round, and were pinned on even the most delicate of fabrics and skimpiest of attire.  They were some no-name brand, and although the idea is deterrence for sure, these things really brought down the whole high-end atmosphere of the store.  You want customers to know the garments are secured, but you never want to detract from the appearance of the product you are trying to sell.  I would have expected a better choice from a big name store in a big popular mall like this.  In a small clothing business you do not want to turn your customers off like this.  And if you sell accessories you do not want to put giant pins into them.  They may leave a crease or other marks on the products. That is the beauty of the new S-Tag.  It has a great sleek design and can be attached in a couple different ways.  First of all, they are made to be pinned into the seam of a garment, so there is no need to put it right on the front or at the collar.  The S-Tag is still very visible, but the focus is kept on the item, not the Clothing Security.  As far as accessories, there is the lanyard option.  The items are kept safe and secure, and the customer can still admire the product.  

There is a need for a clear visual symbol to deter shoplifters and keep your clothing safe until purchased.  But after yesterday, I can definitely say there is a big difference in the available Clothing Security tags.  Your shoppers will also notice and your store could benefit from the more classy looking choice.

For more information contact us at 1.770.426.0547 or Clothingsecurity.net

 

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How Does Your Store Prevent Shoplifting?

June 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Our company pays an outside vendor to come perform our annual inventories.  That keeps the checks and balances system in place, and helps keep the store management honest in their accountability of losses.  (Several instances of managers attempting to fraudulently pad their inventory numbers by filling empty boxes, or fudging pre-counted merchandise have been discovered, but that is a whole other blog for another day!)  We do what we can to Prevent Shoplifting, deter employee theft, and watch for any paperwork and vendor errors all year long, but the actual count of the store is crucial.  
We need this reporting because we have to know where we are losing merchandise in order to stop it in the future.  We are given a “shrink” budget because some loss is inevitable, but if we are getting hit and don’t even know it, then that budget won’t cut it.  The inventory crew found several empty packages during the count: a muscle stimulator, allergy medication, and an over the counter diet drug.  Those three items combined for about a $250 retail loss, and we didn’t even know they were missing. 
It’s not easy to Prevent Shoplifting.  It takes planning, execution, and in many cases Retail Anti-theft Devices.  From now on those electric muscle stimulator boxes will be protected with Alpha Spider Wraps.  I don’t want them locked up because they are truly an impulse item.  People browsing the pain relievers may decide that creams and pills aren’t enough anymore, so I want them to have the option of choosing that product instead.  But if I hide it behind the counter, even if I put a sign there explaining it’s new location, the chances I will sell any become basically zero.  The same goes for the large quantity count boxes of allergy medications.  I need those available on the shelf.  They obviously have a much higher retail than the 30-day boxes, but they also offer a significant convenience to the customers.  So the answer may be to encase these size boxes in Alpha Keepers. 
The idea is to Prevent Shoplifting, not to lose sales.  Sales fixes problems.  When you determine your “shrink”, it is the percentage of loss compared to your sales.  
There are so many choices when it comes to Retail Anti-theft Devices, you have to decide what works best for your merchandise.  If you specialize in cosmetics you will use much different product protection than a store that sells electronics.  Both types of stores have to Prevent Shoplifting or they cannot survive, but they have to know which items are the most vulnerable and which devices to use that will deter theft.  
I do not have the space to put everything up behind the checkout, nor do I ever want to.  Shoppers prefer to choose their items, pick them up, read the instructions, etc.  By utilizing the many tools from Alpha Technology, we are able to protect the items on the shelves while still giving the customers access to the items they came to buy.  
For more information contact us: 1.770.426.0547

Our company pays an outside vendor to come perform our annual inventories.  That keeps the checks and balances system in place, and helps keep the store management honest in their accountability of losses.  (Several instances of managers attempting to fraudulently pad their inventory numbers by filling empty boxes, or fudging pre-counted merchandise have been discovered, but that is a whole other blog for another day!)  We do what we can to Prevent Shoplifting, deter employee theft, and watch for any paperwork and vendor errors all year long, but the actual count of the store is crucial.  We need this reporting because we have to know where we are losing merchandise in order to stop it in the future.  We are given a “shrink” budget because some loss is inevitable, but if we are getting hit and don’t even know it, then that budget won’t cut it.  The inventory crew found several empty packages during the count: a muscle stimulator, allergy medication, and an over the counter diet drug.  Those three items combined for about a $250 retail loss, and we didn’t even know they were missing. 

It’s not easy to Prevent Shoplifting.  It takes planning, execution, and in many cases Retail Anti-theft Devices.  From now on those electric muscle stimulator boxes will be protected with Alpha Spider Wraps.  I don’t want them locked up because they are truly an impulse item.  People browsing the pain relievers may decide that creams and pills aren’t enough anymore, so I want them to have the option of choosing that product instead.  But if I hide it behind the counter, even if I put a sign there explaining it’s new location, the chances I will sell any become basically zero.  The same goes for the large quantity count boxes of allergy medications.  I need those available on the shelf.  They obviously have a much higher retail than the 30-day boxes, but they also offer a significant convenience to the customers.  So the answer may be to encase these size boxes in Alpha Keepers. 

The idea is to Prevent Shoplifting, not to lose sales.  Sales fixes problems.  When you determine your “shrink”, it is the percentage of loss compared to your sales.  

There are so many choices when it comes to Retail Anti-theft Devices, you have to decide what works best for your merchandise.  If you specialize in cosmetics you will use much different product protection than a store that sells electronics.  Both types of stores have to Prevent Shoplifting or they cannot survive, but they have to know which items are the most vulnerable and which devices to use that will deter theft.  

I do not have the space to put everything up behind the checkout, nor do I ever want to.  Shoppers prefer to choose their items, pick them up, read the instructions, etc.  By utilizing the many tools from Alpha Technology, we are able to protect the items on the shelves while still giving the customers access to the items they came to buy. 

For more information contact us at Preventshopliftingloss.com or call 1.770.426.0547

 

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Walk Through The Process- Employee Background Checks

June 8, 2015 by
Employee background checks have always been used as an aid for companies to make better hiring decisions. Primarily these pre employment screenings were done by larger operations that were hiring for top-level executives, employees with security clearances, or law enforcement.
With the increase in access to public information like criminal convictions, employment or education history, it has been more cost effective for even small businesses to conduct employee background checks for all of their potential job candidates.
Typically a business has an applicant fill out a job application. On the application there is notification that you reserve the right to conduct pre employment screening prior to hiring any applicant. They have to sign acknowledging this requirement.
Next would be any pre interview screenings followed up by an actual job interview. During the job interview the potential employer has a chance to verbally review the application. This is the best time to find out more about the applicant’s personality and skill set. This is also an ideal time for the applicant to ask any questions they might have, but also to clarify any questions or red flags the potential employer has found.
If all goes well after the interview process, the employee background checks are then conducted. Waiting until this time in the process serves two purposes. It eliminates the need to spend money on pre employment screening for applicants you have no interest in hiring. Secondly, the employee background checks help validate the information put on the application, validating that this is a good candidate to hire.
To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547 

Employee background checks have always been used as an aid for companies to make better hiring decisions. Primarily these pre employment screenings were done by larger operations that were hiring for top-level executives, employees with security clearances, or law enforcement.

With the increase in access to public information like criminal convictions, employment or education history, it has been more cost effective for even small businesses to conduct employee background checks for all of their potential job candidates.

Typically a business has an applicant fill out a job application. On the application there is notification that you reserve the right to conduct pre employment screening prior to hiring any applicant. They have to sign acknowledging this requirement.

Next would be any pre interview screenings followed up by an actual job interview. During the job interview the potential employer has a chance to verbally review the application. This is the best time to find out more about the applicant’s personality and skill set. This is also an ideal time for the applicant to ask any questions they might have, but also to clarify any questions or red flags the potential employer has found.

If all goes well after the interview process, the employee background checks are then conducted. Waiting until this time in the process serves two purposes. It eliminates the need to spend money on pre employment screening for applicants you have no interest in hiring. Secondly, the employee background checks help validate the information put on the application, validating that this is a good candidate to hire.

To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547 

 

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I Always Feel Like Somebody’s Watching Me- Employee Theft

May 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Laws and rules and company policies are created with the safety and well being of a particular community in mind. For the most part people will follow those guidelines because they understand the necessity for a consistent environment. Unfortunately, within every community, club, or business, there are those that feel like they are above the laws and regulations. Frequently, the business wrong doers are ones who commit employee theft.
Just like within any civic organization or community, there are resources in place to help deter and reduce theft. For businesses, having an in house surveillance system is a similar resource. CCTV- closed circuit television- is a common form of surveillance system. It is a system of at least one or more cameras linked via a centralized monitor and recording device.
These systems can be as simple as a single camera overlooking the cash register with a TV and VCR. They can be as sophisticated as multiple cameras that move and tilt under a user’s control- liked via digital screens and recording devices.
Whatever the actual set up is, having a surveillance system in place reduces the likelihood of employee theft. For those that do attempt to steal from your business, there is a greater chance that the thefts had been recorded, and can be used to determine which employee stole what merchandise. This provides a resolution and recourse if you decide to terminate or prosecute that employee.
For more information on employee theft, employee theft investigation or internal theft contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia
Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

Laws and rules and company policies are created with the safety and well being of a particular community in mind. For the most part people will follow those guidelines because they understand the necessity for a consistent environment. Unfortunately, within every community, club, or business, there are those that feel like they are above the laws and regulations. Frequently, the business wrong doers are ones who commit employee theft.

Just like within any civic organization or community, there are resources in place to help deter and reduce theft. For businesses, having an in house surveillance system is a similar resource. CCTV- closed circuit television- is a common form of surveillance system. It is a system of at least one or more cameras linked via a centralized monitor and recording device.

These systems can be as simple as a single camera overlooking the cash register with a TV and VCR. They can be as sophisticated as multiple cameras that move and tilt under a user’s control- liked via digital screens and recording devices.

Whatever the actual set up is, having a surveillance system in place reduces the likelihood of employee theft. For those that do attempt to steal from your business, there is a greater chance that the thefts had been recorded, and can be used to determine which employee stole what merchandise. This provides a resolution and recourse if you decide to terminate or prosecute that employee.

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

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

 

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Beauty Out The Door

May 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Just like in big box stores, small businesses need to protect their inventory from shoplifters.  Without the bulk buying power of a large chain, it is even more dire to protect your profit margin.  The truth is though, it is just as important when you are dealing in used as well as new clothing.  Many of today’s trendy thrift stores and consignment shops offer high end brands at lower than retail prices.   Clothing Security is still important in this setting, if not more.  A Checkpoint System could quickly stop your merchandise from walking out the door unpaid.   
In a consignment setting, you are sharing the profit for the sale with the owner of the clothing.  If you haven’t got any Clothing Security measures put in place, you are risking more than losing the garment to a thief.  You lose the money you would have earned, plus you will likely lose the return business of that seller if they find out your store is a regular victim of theft.  
Several small businesses have opened up shops in our small downtown area, in the old brick buildings, doors opening right onto the sidewalks.  There is a decent amount of cars and pedestrians most times of the day.  One store in particular is a specialty boutique.  The offer manicures and other spa services, plus they sell purses, scarves, some jewelry, and a few high end dresses.  As I was driving by this morning I saw the cutest purse in the window, next to a table full of jewelry.  This is all right inside the front door, not actually up in the big display window.  Potentially, a person could open the front door, grab up a big armful of items, and either run for it or jump into a waiting car.  If the owners noticed the this hypothetical theft when it actually happened, I would be surprised.  The more likely scenario is that they would see the empty table after it was much too late.  Clothing Security is obviously not high up on this store’s priority list.  
There are different ways to attach Checkpoint Labels to garments, purses and other accessories, and even jewelry.  As you have probably seen in many cases, the tags can be attached directly to the clothing in obvious places like the price tag, or even sewn into a hidden pocket.  The same process can be used for purses, and there are specially designed tags for jewelry.  Alpha products are compatible with the Checkpoint System as well, so there are many options to choose from if your business decides to go with those instead of labels.  Many Alpha products can be attached via lanyard, so the methods for protection are exponential.  Even in a setting where a store is dealing in used clothing, trends come and go, but so do shoplifters.  All the signs in the world threatening prosecution will not stop a determined thief.  Real Clothing Security tools are paramount in stopping you inventory from disappearing.
For more information contact us at: Clothingsecurity.net or call 1.770.426.0547

Just like in big box stores, small businesses need to protect their inventory from shoplifters.  Without the bulk buying power of a large chain, it is even more dire to protect your profit margin.  The truth is though, it is just as important when you are dealing in used as well as new clothing.  Many of today’s trendy thrift stores and consignment shops offer high end brands at lower than retail prices.   Clothing Security is still important in this setting, if not more.  A Checkpoint System could quickly stop your merchandise from walking out the door unpaid.   

In a consignment setting, you are sharing the profit for the sale with the owner of the clothing.  If you haven’t got any Clothing Security measures put in place, you are risking more than losing the garment to a thief.  You lose the money you would have earned, plus you will likely lose the return business of that seller if they find out your store is a regular victim of theft.  

Several small businesses have opened up shops in our small downtown area, in the old brick buildings, doors opening right onto the sidewalks.  There is a decent amount of cars and pedestrians most times of the day.  One store in particular is a specialty boutique.  The offer manicures and other spa services, plus they sell purses, scarves, some jewelry, and a few high end dresses.  As I was driving by this morning I saw the cutest purse in the window, next to a table full of jewelry.  This is all right inside the front door, not actually up in the big display window.  Potentially, a person could open the front door, grab up a big armful of items, and either run for it or jump into a waiting car.  If the owners noticed this hypothetical theft when it actually happened, I would be surprised.  The more likely scenario is that they would see the empty table after it was much too late.  Clothing Security is obviously not high up on this store’s priority list.

There are different ways to attach Checkpoint Tags to garments, purses and other accessories, and even jewelry.  As you have probably seen in many cases, the tags can be attached directly to the clothing in obvious places like the price tag, or even sewn into a hidden pocket.  The same process can be used for purses, and there are specially designed tags for jewelry.  Alpha products are compatible with the Checkpoint System as well, so there are many options to choose from if your business decides to go with those instead of labels.  Many Alpha products can be attached via lanyard, so the methods for protection are exponential.  Even in a setting where a store is dealing in used clothing, trends come and go, but so do shoplifters.  All the signs in the world threatening prosecution will not stop a determined thief.  Real Clothing Security tools are paramount in stopping you inventory from disappearing.

For more information contact us at: Clothingsecurity.net or call 1.770.426.0547

 

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Change Your Plans to Prevent Shoplifting Loss

May 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment
I work for a small retail pharmacy and we inventory our locations on a yearly basis.  After our results come back we look at our biggest categories for losses and we make a plan for what we are going to do to combat the problem areas in the coming year.  In order to Prevent Shoplifting in those top three to five categories, we have to decide what items are the biggest targets for external theft, either from impulse thieves or professional boosters.  
Allergy remedies and cosmetics are generally guaranteed to be one of the worst offenders for our stores.  Facial care is usually high on the list too, with all those name brand wrinkle creams, and then there is oral hygiene, with all those expensive teeth whitening kits.  We even have lists in every store that have the required items to tag with Checkpoint Labels or some variation of Alpha solutions because of the fact that they are targeted in most areas.  Each store has it’s specific demographics and unique location challenges, however, that require the staff to tweak those plans to secure the items that they know are more likely to be stolen.  
In our location, we have had our name brand razor cartridges stolen multiple times.  It reminds me of that commercial that jokes about how hard it is to buy razors in stores these days.  My staff doesn’t use a stun gun on people shopping and lingering in that aisle, but we do pay close attention to them.  Our answer to Prevent Shoplifting in this section was to limit the number of cartridges we put on the shelf, and we also have those that are out there secured in Alpha Keepers.  The customers can still choose which kind they want, and then they can bring that selection to the checkout.
Razors have been in stock for customers to come and buy, and the problem was solved.  So in the spirit of keeping us on our toes, the shoplifters changed their target.  I was walking the sales floor a couple weeks after we implemented that plan and noticed three very empty shelves in the deodorant section.  Now this was a new one for our store.  I checked the camera system, and could not find anything definite.  The only answer was to talk to my staff and put together a new plan on how to Prevent Shoplifting in this new problem section.  Now when these items come in our weekly delivery, we will put Checkpoint tags on these items.  We have a few different types, but we went with the ones that have our store’s name and location printed on them.  The idea is to make the items less desirable to boosters since they will now have to spend extra time cleaning off the labels.  If there is another successful theft though, at least we have a better chance of the items being returned to us if they are caught.  
Stores that are going to be successful with their methods to Prevent Shoplifting have to be willing to learn and change those plans when it is necessary.  Use the tools that are available to you, like Checkpoint Labels and Alpha solutions, and you will improve your chances of deterring theft or making stops when  an attempt is detected.
For more information contact us at 1.770.426.0547 or Preventshopliftingloss.net

I work for a small retail pharmacy and we inventory our locations on a yearly basis.  After our results come back we look at our biggest categories for losses and we make a plan for what we are going to do to combat the problem areas in the coming year.  In order to Prevent Shoplifting Loss in those top three to five categories, we have to decide what items are the biggest targets for external theft, either from impulse thieves or professional boosters.  

Allergy remedies and cosmetics are generally guaranteed to be one of the worst offenders for our stores.  Facial care is usually high on the list too, with all those name brand wrinkle creams, and then there is oral hygiene, with all those expensive teeth whitening kits.  We even have lists in every store that have the required items to tag with Checkpoint Labels or some variation of Alpha Solutions because of the fact that they are targeted in most areas.  Each store has it’s specific demographics and unique location challenges, however, that require the staff to tweak those plans to secure the items that they know are more likely to be stolen.  

In our location, we have had our name brand razor cartridges stolen multiple times.  It reminds me of that commercial that jokes about how hard it is to buy razors in stores these days.  My staff doesn’t use a stun gun on people shopping and lingering in that aisle, but we do pay close attention to them.  Our answer to Prevent Shoplifting Loss in this section was to limit the number of cartridges we put on the shelf, and we also have those that are out there secured in Alpha Keepers.  The customers can still choose which kind they want, and then they can bring that selection to the checkout.

Razors have been in stock for customers to come and buy, and the problem was solved.  So in the spirit of keeping us on our toes, the shoplifters changed their target.  I was walking the sales floor a couple weeks after we implemented that plan and noticed three very empty shelves in the deodorant section.  Now this was a new one for our store.  I checked the camera system, and could not find anything definite.  The only answer was to talk to my staff and put together a new plan on how to Prevent Shoplifting Loss in this new problem section.  Now when these items come in our weekly delivery, we will put Checkpoint Labels on these items.  We have a few different types, but we went with the ones that have our store’s name and location printed on them.  The idea is to make the items less desirable to boosters since they will now have to spend extra time cleaning off the labels.  If there is another successful theft though, at least we have a better chance of the items being returned to us if they are caught.  

Stores that are going to be successful with their methods to Prevent Shoplifting Loss have to be willing to learn and change those plans when it is necessary.  Use the tools that are available to you, like Checkpoint Labels and Alpha Solutions, and you will improve your chances of deterring theft or making stops when  an attempt is detected.

For more information contact us at 1.770.426.0547 or Preventshopliftingloss.net

 

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The Difference In The Question- Pre Employment Screening

May 4, 2015 by
If you are conducting a job interview to qualify potential job candidates there are some right and wrong ways to find out the information you are looking for. Pre employment screening helps to clarify a lot of the gray area for you; in terms of what questions you can legally ask a candidate.
Take the topic of arrests and criminal convictions, for example. It is illegal to ask a job candidate if they have ever been arrested. The arrest could have not lead to a conviction. The arrest could have been downgraded to a different crime altogether. This could mean the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor crime.
By asking about arrests, you can have a potentially negative response to a job candidate. This is an unfair stance for the candidate who may have been cleared/ found not guilty of those charges. You can be held liable for not hiring someone because you asked the wrong questions.
The legal way is to ask about any convictions. That means a court found them guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. If the court found them guilty, then this information is generally public record, which means you can have access to it, as a potential employer.
The best way to do this is to inquire on the application. This gives the applicant the opportunity to disclose any convictions and also give any explanations they feel necessary. You are then allowed to validate these convictions during your pre employment screening background checks.
To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547

If you are conducting a job interview to qualify potential job candidates there are some right and wrong ways to find out the information you are looking for. Pre employment screening helps to clarify a lot of the gray area for you; in terms of what questions you can legally ask a candidate.

Take the topic of arrests and criminal convictions, for example. It is illegal to ask a job candidate if they have ever been arrested. The arrest could have not lead to a conviction. The arrest could have been downgraded to a different crime altogether. This could mean the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor crime.

By asking about arrests, you can have a potentially negative response to a job candidate. This is an unfair stance for the candidate who may have been cleared/ found not guilty of those charges. You can be held liable for not hiring someone because you asked the wrong questions.

The legal way is to ask about any convictions. That means a court found them guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. If the court found them guilty, then this information is generally public record, which means you can have access to it, as a potential employer.

The best way to do this is to inquire on the application. This gives the applicant the opportunity to disclose any convictions and also give any explanations they feel necessary. You are then allowed to validate these convictions during your pre employment screening background checks.

To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547

 

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Be Slow To Hire- Pre Employment Screening

April 21, 2015 by
There is a saying that goes” be slow to hire, and quick to fire” when it comes to hiring practices. All too often, businesses wait until the last possible second to hire replacement and additional staff. As a result, the employees are often not the highest quality; they are simply the employees who could fulfill the job requirements the fastest. Because of a need to hire quickly, pre employment screening is overlooked and not used to its fullest advantage.
When you take the time to hire slowly, you are putting your business in a much better position. You are being strategic instead of reactive. By anticipating hiring needs further in advance, you can stave off potential negatives that can affect your business such as decreased moral and subsequent productivity from overworked employees, and decreased customer satisfaction.
When you hire slowly, you have an opportunity to collect more job applications, thus widening the hiring pool to include a better range of qualifications and abilities. You are not limited to saying yes to only the first few applications that land on your desk. You now have the luxury to be able to say no to those applications, and wait for better applicants to apply. 
Once you have found better applicants, you also have the luxury of time to wait for a pre employment screening to come back. Because you are not pressured by needing to have a position filled immediately, you can make sure that the applicant you do want is exactly who you think you are hiring.
To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547

There is a saying that goes” be slow to hire, and quick to fire” when it comes to hiring practices. All too often, businesses wait until the last possible second to hire replacement and additional staff. As a result, the employees are often not the highest quality; they are simply the employees who could fulfill the job requirements the fastest. Because of a need to hire quickly, pre employment screening is overlooked and not used to its fullest advantage.

When you take the time to hire slowly, you are putting your business in a much better position. You are being strategic instead of reactive. By anticipating hiring needs further in advance, you can stave off potential negatives that can affect your business such as decreased moral and subsequent productivity from overworked employees, and decreased customer satisfaction.

When you hire slowly, you have an opportunity to collect more job applications, thus widening the hiring pool to include a better range of qualifications and abilities. You are not limited to saying yes to only the first few applications that land on your desk. You now have the luxury to be able to say no to those applications, and wait for better applicants to apply. 

Once you have found better applicants, you also have the luxury of time to wait for a pre employment screening to come back. Because you are not pressured by needing to have a position filled immediately, you can make sure that the applicant you do want is exactly who you think you are hiring.

To purchase Pre-Employment Screening Services or for more information on background check experts, background checks, criminal background checks, employee background checks or pre employment screening contact us at the background check company or call 1.770.426.0547

 

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It Takes Two- Employee Theft

April 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
More often than not, employee theft is a solitary action. Most employees who steal are doing it solo. When they invite in additional parties, they are faced with a whole new set of concerns, mostly surrounding the trust between these partners in crime.
Having more than one person in on a theft job can be problematic. There are questions about whether or not they trust each other. What happens if one of them gets cold feet? What happens if they start to get greedy and want to steal more than the initial agreement was for? Can both employees be trusted to uphold and execute their end of the scheme?
Because of those kinds of concerns, many employee theft cases are ones that have acted solo. The good news is that by using the buddy system within your business, you have a better chance to deter internal theft.
One of the easiest times for an employee to steal is when they open and close down the tills. If there is only one person in the building, temptation has a funny way of sneaking in. When two or more employees are in the building and part of the opening and closing process, temptation is easier to be held at bay. 
The same rule applies for refunds and returns. If an employee can access and perform refunds at will, there is little stopping them from taking advantage of the opportunity to perform their own fraudulent refund. When another employee (or manager) has to sign off and validate those returns, employee theft is less likely.
For more information on employee theft, employee theft investigation or internal theft contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 – Atlanta Georgia
Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

More often than not, employee theft is a solitary action. Most employees who steal are doing it solo. When they invite in additional parties, they are faced with a whole new set of concerns, mostly surrounding the trust between these partners in crime.

Having more than one person in on a theft job can be problematic. There are questions about whether or not they trust each other. What happens if one of them gets cold feet? What happens if they start to get greedy and want to steal more than the initial agreement was for? Can both employees be trusted to uphold and execute their end of the scheme?

Because of those kinds of concerns, many employee theft cases are ones that have acted solo. The good news is that by using the buddy system within your business, you have a better chance to deter internal theft.

One of the easiest times for an employee to steal is when they open and close down the tills. If there is only one person in the building, temptation has a funny way of sneaking in. When two or more employees are in the building and part of the opening and closing process, temptation is easier to be held at bay. 

The same rule applies for refunds and returns. If an employee can access and perform refunds at will, there is little stopping them from taking advantage of the opportunity to perform their own fraudulent refund. When another employee (or manager) has to sign off and validate those returns, employee theft is less likely.

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

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase CCTV Systems that can help you stop Employee Theft and Internal Theft problems and help with your Employee Theft Investigation.

 

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