Many retailers already spend millions of dollars to defend themselves against cyber attacks, and millions more to defend themselves against shoplifting and employee theft. Security cameras are one of the many methods they use to prevent shoplifting, and in big retail stores a security guard is usually walking through the store, but relying in one method of security though is foolhardy, and eventually may prove to be more costly for the profits of your store.
Tips for enhancing the security of your surveillance systems
Nothing beats a security camera when it comes to keeping an eye on your home or your business. The newest surveillance technology can offer a greater range of vision and nearly endless recording durations, guaranteeing protection. Learning about security camera best practices can dissuade intruders from trespassing on your property or hacking your systems. Before buying a set of surveillance cameras, however, take a second to review the steps necessary for truly secure monitoring.
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Isn’t the whole point of a top-of-the-line security system that it’s for your eyes only? No one besides you, your family or a select group of coworkers should have access. Unfortunately, accidentally granting permission for anyone to peek through your cameras can be as easy as checking the Internet.
Is Petty Shoplifting Worth Hiring a Private Security Guard?
It’s obvious why a large store, full of hot-ticket items, needs round-the-clock, top-notch private security. But what about the local, corner store, whose average item’s price is $3.00, and its highest-priced item is $25? Wouldn’t the money spent on a private security guard offset any petty shoplifting?
This question is certainly worth asking, because after all, you would hire a private security guard because it would ultimately protect your assets, not increase your expenses without cost-benefit. Let’s look at the issues at hand, because hiring a private security guard isn’t just about keeping away petty thieves. What else is it about?
1) Calculating accurately. Most retail stores calculate between 10-20% of their budget for shoplifting. That means up to 1/5 of the budget is dedicated toward theft alone! Make sure that the cost of a private security guard is weighed against the shoplifting budget . Even when strictly looking at the bottom line, your calculations could show that a private security guard reduces the need for the so-called “theft budget”.
Alleged shoplifter opens store with security cameras to stop shoplifters
WATCH ABOVE: Police bust an alleged shoplifting ring preying on high end retailers in the GTA. Catherine McDonald reports.
TORONTO – York Regional Police have announced Tuesday the seizure of $1 million worth of stolen clothing after dismantling a Greater Toronto Area shoplifting ring.
Police say the investigation began in October 28, 2014 following a clothing store theft at Markville Mall in Markham.
Security video obtained at the scene helped police identify several suspects linked to similar crimes in the area.
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