It is no longer an option; all clothing retailers realize that they must utilize clothing security tags.  Clothing security tags and a clothing alarm is essential tools for maintaining clothing security.  A high functioning shoplifting prevention program will save thousands in profit.  The need for retailer to protect their merchandise from theft continues to grow as the economy continues to spiral.

Clothing theft continues to be a popular past time for shoplifters.   This could be because some retailers are so vulnerable when it comes to their clothing security.  Some retailers do not use a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.  Shoplifters see this as a great opportunity to take what they want.  Retailers that are not placing security tags on clothes run an increase risk of shoplifters being drawn to their location because of the low risk of being caught.

A retailer that places security tags on clothes is simply sending the signal to shoplifters that it will not be an easy target.  Clothing security tags are easy to apply to merchandise and can be removed just as easily.  The use of security tags on clothes will not affect sales as they are noticeable, but does not damage the product.  Placing security tags on clothes and using a clothing alarm have been apart of every effective loss prevention program I have managed.  When searching for the right clothing security tags or clothing alarm system, you should look for an industry standard.  Checkpoint tags have long been a standard in the retail industry.  Checkpoint tags provide the dependability retailers rely on and the clothing security they count on.  Checkpoint tags are also very reliable and are cost effective way to prevent clothing theft. In the present economy a retailer can not afford to be unprotected against shoplifting.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

Having clothing security tags or a clothing alarm on your most valuable product line just makes sense.  Placing security tags on clothes that are shoplifted more than others is a good clothing security measure.  Clothing security tags are relatively inexpensive and return large savings on a small investment.  When I was loss prevention associate I remember showing the store associates how to place security tags on clothes in their departments. In this particular store, we had a huge problem with our name brand clothing being stolen.

We would constantly find price tags and hangers from merchandise that had been stolen in the fitting rooms.  One of the first measures I took to stop the problem was to increase the number of items that had clothing security tags on them.  I wanted to improve the overall clothing security in the store.  I also asked my manager to install a clothing alarm.  After implementing all of the initiatives that I knew would make a difference, I began to see a noticeable increase in the number of clothing security tags that were being.  I was also able to track a decrease in the number of price tags and hangers being found in the fitting rooms.

The clothing security tags that we found to be the most reliable and tamper resistant were Checkpoint tags.  The Checkpoint tags were the most durable when perspective shoplifters would try and pulled them off in an effort to take the clothing.  During the stores inventory it was obvious that because we used more security tags on clothes we reduce the loss and improved the clothing security in the store. The Checkpoint tags and the clothing alarm were the right tools for reducing losses in the store.  It is really no other method more effective than security tagging clothes to reduce losses from theft.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

It is starting to get cold!  The lower the temperature the higher the demand for cold weather clothing to beat the holiday chills.  Many shoplifters expect some type of clothing security and prey on the most vulnerable items.  Placing security tags on cloths is a great visual deterrent for shoplifters.

While working for a major retailer there were three (3) types of clothing security tags I used frequently during the busy holiday shopping season; checkpoint tags, a clothing alarm or ink tags – sometimes more than one.

Checkpoint tags are great for securing long sleeve items such as turtle necks, long-sleeve polo shirts and athletic wear.  If I wanted to secure a bulky item such as a jacket, I always used a clothing alarm or ink tag.

A couple of years ago the major retailer I worked for had a problem with homeless customers stealing jackets so they decided to increase clothing security by placing security tags on cloths.  The underprivileged customers would enter the store and select one a jacket before entering a fitting room to remove the price tag.

I placed a 3alarm on our high end leather jackets and ink tags or checkpoint tags on our bulky cold weather jackets.  When a customer attempted to exit the store without purchasing the jacket a door alarm would sound off.  If the customer attempted to remove the ink tag before they left the store they would rupture the ink cartridge.

The fact that the merchandise was protected by security tags on cloths caused would be shoplifters to think twice before stealing.  We finished the quarter with great sales that year and clothing security tags gave us an added layer of protection against jacket theft that helped us reduce the number of thefts by 75% that winter.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

Over the years I have spent working with clothing security, denim has always been one of the highest areas of shrink. Some of the appeal of denim comes from the high price point of designer labels. Some of it comes out of necessity, after all, who doesn’t want a great pair of jeans in their wardrobe?

Denim attracts the large scale shoplifter who comes in and picks up as many jeans as they can, and then they make a mad dash for the door. By having security tags on the clothes, we hear the audible clothing alarm go off as they attempt to leave. Often the sound of the alarm scares them into dropping the jeans as they escape into their waiting car.

Sometimes the thief tries to switch out their old pair for a new one in a fitting room. The more merchandise that has clothing security tags, specifically the Checkpoint tags, the less likely this sort of attempt will be successful. No one really wants to walk around with a Checkpoint tag on the bottom of their jeans. With out a detacher, it is near impossible to remove without damaging the jeans.

Having adequate security tags on clothes is a great step to ensuring clothing security, especially when it comes to denim. Checkpoint tags come in a wide variety to fit every style. They even have soft labels that can slide into a pocket, so you don’t have a bulky tag on a skinny pair of jeans. Think of them as a round the clock watch dog for your denim.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

 

Great customer service drives retail businesses. Without great service, customers won’t want to come back and continuing buying your merchandise. But how can you deliver great service if all of your focus is on shoplifters and potential thieves? Allow clothing security tags to deter the shoplifters and free you up to deliver the service that will drive customers to come back time and time again.

A few days ago at a store neighboring my work, a shoplifter ran out with several pairs of jeans that had no clothing security tags. The associates and managers were in a panic outside of the store calling the police and attempting to describe what the thief looked like as he ran down the street with their clothes. I couldn’t help but wonder how many potential customers could have received great customer service in the time the associates were busy with the thief. They could have sold hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise! If only they had clothing security.

Occurrences such as the one above could have easily been prevented had that store installed clothing alarms. Installing Checkpoint tags and clothing alarms throughout your store can free up your associates to fully focus on the customer. Not only can security tags on clothes deter shoplifters, they have minimal interference to the customer who can simply take them to the register to have the clothing security removed at the time of purchase.

Don’t be the store that is not protected. Install clothing security, such as Checkpoint tags, on your merchandise and allow your associates to focus on the customer.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

Anyone who thinks it is not important to put security tags on clothes will not be in business long.  Clothes are perhaps the easiest items to steal.  Think about it.  The most obvious shoplifting advantage is fitting rooms.  Only clothing retailers have fitting rooms where shoplifters can conceal product in complete privacy.  All other retailers force shoplifters to at least steal on the floor where they can be observed either in person or on camera.  Secondly, no one questions the clothes people wear.  This means shoplifters can simply change clothes or put unpaid for clothes on over what they are wearing and it draws no attention.

In other retailers shoplifters have to carry bags, dress unseasonably or walk around with huge bulges under their clothes (where they have concealed product).  All of these things are dead giveaways to store personnel who are trained in shoplifting detection.  So with all that being said, it is definitely important to put security tags on clothes.

One of the top options to add clothing security to your store is by using clothing security tags.  One maker of clothing security is Checkpoint.  Checkpoint tags are a very reliable product that is well known by shoplifters.  When used with the clothing alarm, the Checkpoint tags will set off the clothing alarm when someone tries to leave with unpaid for merchandise.  This will give your associates the ability to potentially recover the merchandise or at least recognize the shoplifter and be ready the next time he/she comes in.  The other benefit is the deterrent effect.  When a would-be shoplifter sees an associate respond to a clothing alarm it lets them know up front that they will be noticed.  This in many cases will cause that person to leave your products alone and attempt theft somewhere less risky.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

As we enter the new season we have to worry about the new shoplifters that will be visiting our stores.  There are many different retailers who sell footwear and all know how hard it is to protect this product.  Most footwear theft is perpetrated by the shoplifter trading in his/her old shoes for new ones.  This is very hard to catch as no product is concealed and no one really questions what shoes a customer has on.  To help protect this expensive product I suggest using clothing security tags.

Checkpoint tags are a great product to help protect shoes.  You can use soft Checkpoint tags to hide under the insole.  Many shoplifters look for hard tags so this will keep them guessing, but when they walk out your associates will be alerted by your clothing alarm to the potential theft.  You can also use hard Checkpoint tags on shoes.  If the shoes have laces you can put the pin for the hard Checkpoint tags through the lace holes.  This will not damage the product and it is very hard for a would-be shoplifter to remove.

Another option to putting security tags on clothes is products by Alpha Security.  There are several clothing security devices that can be used and they will work with your existing AM and RF clothing alarm.  One option is the Fashion 2 accessory tag.  This tag has a little metal loop that will allow you to secure the hard tag to the shoe.  Another option is the 3 alarm cable lock.  This also is a hard tag with a cable to attach to the shoe, but it also has a built in alarm.  If tampered with the clothing alarm will sound immediately.  With all the theft today it is important to put security tags on clothes in order to protect the profits we work so hard to achieve.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

When a consumer enters a clothing store they are looking for the best bargain for their dollar. When a shoplifter enters that same store they are looking for things they can steal without being detected or noticed. All business owners must address both of these issues when they open their doors for business. One of the many ways for a retailer to protect their clothing items is by using clothing security tags. The security tags on clothes help by setting off the clothing alarm at the exit notify staff that someone is trying to leave with unpaid merchandise. But clothing security also deters theft due to the clothing security tags being on the clothes a shoplifter doesn’t want to waste time having to remove the clothing security tags.

There are various types of checkpoint tags available for different types of merchandise from placing the security tags on clothing. There are certain checkpoint tags that can be used to protect fashion accessories and shoes.  These types of clothing alarm devices are helpful not just for the large retailers, but even small boutiques can benefit from clothing security. Clothing security tags can also allow retailers to showcase their more valuable merchandise with the comfort that the clothing security will deter theft. But if an attempt is made the clothing alarm will notify on any attempted to walk out with unpaid merchandise.

So become proactive protect your merchandise by placing security tags on clothes instead of watching your profits walk out the door.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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

My team recently attempted to detain a shoplifter that spent just five minutes in our store, but filled her purse with over $100 worth of merchandise.  She ran when approached but was later located by police.  The merchandise was recovered this time, but can you imagine the loss our business would have incurred if customers like this visited our store all day long?  Even at $100 per visit that loss would add up quickly, significantly decreasing our profits.

For businesses that sell clothing, this type of “grab-and-go” theft can still occur.  Since the thefts are often for return fraud or for resale, the shoplifter does not have to even take the time to look at sizes.  Security tags on clothes can help prevent this type of theft by being a visual deterrent to the shoplifter, telling him or her that you are serious about clothing security.

Clothing security tags attach to your high end and high theft clothes, sounding a clothing alarm should the item leave your business without being purchased.  Checkpoint tags are removed by your employees at the time of purchase, and can be reused on items as you sell through your products.  It is a minimal investment that can produce real results, combating loss caused by shoplifters.

Clothing security can help deter these grab and go thieves, or other types of shoplifters that may come into your business.  You and your employees, despite your best efforts, cannot watch every customer the entire time they are in your business.  Security tags on clothes can do some of that work for you by being a deterrent and encouraging the shoplifters to go elsewhere.

 Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase a clothing alarm or clothing security tags.

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