The most effective means to stop shoplifting is to provide an effective deterrent. Usually an effective deterrent is a visible one. When it comes to using RF labels and RF security tags for this purpose I have found that the more noticeable they are the better.
As an example, my store’s hardware department has been instructed to apply large RF labels (the 4”x4” variety) on items that have plastic packaging but are possible theft targets. This includes thinks like multi-tools and small butane torches. Nine times out of ten, a potential shoplifter will see the RF security label that is affixed to the packaging and move along without even trying.
But there are always the true professionals who really want that item.
Or the really stupid ones who think they can get around it.
Just the other day I watched a young man on CCTV wandering about the hardware section for a solid ten minutes until he grabbed a butane torch. He looked up at the cameras and moved around the store trying to find a place to avoid my all-seeing-eyes. Eventually he settled on a spot that was covered by one camera, but he was directly beneath it so I had solid view. He pulled at the tag and tried to tear open the package, but with no luck over the course of three minutes. Eventually he pried off the RF security tag but it left behind the pieces that he was unable to remove.
Frustrated, he ditched the product and left empty handed.
Not every case will mimic this one, but you’d be surprised how many shoplifters will give up once given an obstacle.
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