As a business leader, when do you ever apply one concept to a problem?  We almost always have multifaceted solutions to our business problems.  Why should clothing security be any different?  There are many different shoplifters, we sell many different items and therefore we need a variety of clothing security solutions if we are going to be successful at tackling the theft problems in our stores.  Take clothing security tags for example.  There are dozens of companies who manufacture clothing security tags and there is certainly more than one clothing alarm on the market.  Now in most cases you can only use one of these solutions at a time, but there is a solution that breaks this mold.

First, start with and a Checkpoint clothing alarm.  Putting security tags on clothes is a basic, but important first step.  Checkpoint makes a reliable system and Checkpoint tags come in a wide variety of options just by themselves.  You can get labels and hard tags.  You can even get Checkpoint tags sewn into the lining of the clothes.

Step 2, add Alpha clothing security solutions.  Alpha manufactures clothing security devices that will work with your existing AM and RF clothing alarm systems.  Now you have more than one type of tag that can be utilized on the same system.  Alpha has standard hard tags, much like Checkpoint tags, but they have some different items as well.  With Alpha you can put security tags on clothes that have their own alarm.  That’s right.  Not only will the tag set off the clothing alarm at the door, but there is also an alarm built in the tag that will have it screaming too.  This variety will help keep the shoplifters guessing and will make it hard for them to defeat all of your solutions.

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

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

Benjamin Franklin once said that, “In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes”.  It’s clear that Ben never worked in retail or he would have probably added “shoplifting” to that list.  Those of us who do work in retail know this to be a certainty.  With that in mind I hope everyone has a plan in place for clothing security in the New Year.

There are many different clothing security options available on the market today that can be used to help prevent shoplifting.  One of the primary deterrent methods is putting security tags on clothes and then utilizing a clothing alarm.  The premise of this system is that clothing security tags are placed on the product.  At the point of sale the cashier will either remove or deactivate the clothing security tags.  If a customer decides to skip the cashier step and head straight for the door the tag will trip the clothing alarm and alert the employees to a possible theft.  Putting security tags on clothes accomplishes several goals.  One, the store is alert to potential theft and it is not just happening unnoticed.  Two, the store employee now has probable cause under most states “Shopkeeper Acts” to initiate contact and validate whether the product has been paid for or not.  Finally, it sends a message that shoplifters will be dealt with and will encourage other would-be thieves to think twice before stealing from your store.

There are many different vendors who manufacture clothing security tags.  One that I recommend are Checkpoint tags.  Checkpoint tags are well known to shoplifters and are very productive at deterring theft.  Checkpoint tags are reliable and difficult to defeat (unlike some tags that can be removed with a rubber band).  Putting security tags on clothes is the best way to prevent shoplifting and if properly employed can help make 2012 your most profitable year ever.

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

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

There are literally thousands of clothing stores in the US and they are all fighting each other for customers and sales.  The last thing these stores need to be successful is to have to fight shoplifters for profits too.  Unfortunately, that is the cold reality that we face.  Retail theft (both internal and external) accounts for approx. 80-85% of soft line shrink according to most major studies.  To this end it is vital that stores put security tags on clothes in order to protect their inventory.

There are many different clothing security systems on the market today.  One system that is popular is by Checkpoint Security.  Checkpoint tags are time tested and Loss Prevention approved.  I have seen with my own eyes how shoplifters will attempt to defeat Checkpoint tags and then leave without stealing the product when unsuccessful.  There is no way to apprehend everyone who intends to steal, but by putting security tags on clothes you don’t have to.  The Checkpoint tags deter the theft from even taking place.

There are other clothing security tags available on the market as well.  Alpha Security has some really great clothing security tags.  They have standard hard tags and they also have a variety of tags made to fit small and delicate items.  One cool thing about Alpha is that their clothing security tags are compatible with your existing RF and AM clothing alarm.  It’s nice to know you can expand your current clothing security system to include Alpha product without having to purchase a new clothing alarm and toss your current tags.  Alpha also has a cool product called Shark Tags.  Shark Tags are disposable tags that “pinch” onto clothes.  They don’t damage the product, but the customer will have to remove them (with scissors) at home before they can wear the product.  Now if they try to return the product you can prove without argument that they product has been worn and can prevent “wardrobing” from taking place.

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

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

Retailers have many stumbling blocks in providing proper customer service while still protecting their assets. Security tags on clothes provide a way for retailers to protect their assets. But one of the major problems that irritate customers is when these Clothing Security tags are not removed at time of purchase. Most customers understand that Clothing security is needed and most customers don’t have a problem. The problem comes when they make their purchase and as they are walking out the Clothing alarm at the door goes off because the clothing security tags have not been removed.

This can cause a customer to feel embarrassed or even annoyed that they have attention drawn to them because the checkpoint tags were not removed from their purchase items. So to ensure that this does not happen employees must be taught to very mindful that that all Clothing security tags must be removed. Retailers count on repeat business from their customers, so delaying their exit from the store due to the security tags on clothes can have a negative impact on their overall shopping experience.

So to avoid these types of situations from happening all it takes is proper training of staff members. Clothing security tags are not supposed to make a customers shopping experience an inconvenience. So protecting company assets with clothing alarm should not forgo the customers shopping experience.

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

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

Clothing security is sometimes overlooked when finding ways to increase profits. Not surprisingly, managers and business owners can forget the importance of a well-functioning clothing security program.

Working in the retail environment over these past several years, I have come to understand that clothing security is a very important part of the clothing retail business. Specifically, clothing security tags help prevent the merchandise, aka profits, from walking out the door. Acting as a physical and visible deterrent, clothing security tags provide the necessary piece to increasing store profits through protection of merchandise. Now security tags on clothes work only as well as they are executed. Have a poorly executed plan and you’ll be not only wasting your money on clothing security tags but you’ll be losing your profits.

Security tags on clothes have been around for a few years now, and the technology has gotten much better. Clothing security tags have become more appealing and are not as imposing as once were. I remember seeing security tags on clothes for the first time and thinking, what a horrible sight.  Cables, pins, and buttons sticking out everywhere from the merchandise, making it almost impossible to purchase and at times damaging the product, not the best when thinking of sales and customer service.

Look closely at your overall store performance when determining what types of clothing security you need. Will security tags on clothes work for you? If you are a clothing retailer, you need clothing security, and in my opinion, nothing works better than security tags on clothes to prevent theft and boost your profits.

The retailer I work for has a well-executed merchandise protection program and is seen daily when looking at sales and service records.

Visit the Loss Prevention Store to purchase 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 a very busy time for retailers, school is back in and the new merchandise has already arrived for fall.  Many retailers are finding that they have more apparel than they have racks to display them.  This means setting up aisle displays and displays near the entrances of their stores.  Retailers are also aware that this is the time of year when they lose a lot of clothing due to theft.  So, what do you do when you can’t nail it down?  You ensure that your clothing security practices are effective at protecting your merchandise.

Clothing security tags or a clothing alarm allow retailers to face this busy season more confidently.  Checkpoint tags are probably by far one of the most widely used tags when placing security tags on clothes.  Checkpoint tags have been around and are durable and effective at preventing shoplifting.  Checkpoint tags are consistently sought after for their style and adaptability to retailer needs.  Clothing security is important and having the right clothing security tags on your clothing is critical. A clothing alarm is equally important when trying to prevent shoplifting. A clothing alarm can be music to a retailer’s ear and a sour note to a perspective shoplifter.

Placing security tags on clothes located near exits or entrances is a must to prevent them from easing out the door. Clothing security tags send a clear message to a perspective shoplifter and that is, not at this store.  .  Retailers have so many things to worry about and focus on during this time of year, clothing security should not be on the list.  Take the necessary steps now and invest in clothing security tags.  These tags can mean the difference between a good year and a great year.  It is the goal of an organization to sell it goods, not to simply let them walk out the door. By placing security tags on clothes you are defending your merchandise. Use clothing security tags when you can’t afford to nail it down

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

In this economic environment it is important for retailers to defend their apparel profits as they can go a long way in determining the overall profitability of a retailer.  A solid clothing security program that includes clothing security tags and a clothing alarm system is critical in protecting profits from clothing sells.  It is not wise for a retailer to think that shoplifters want target their stores.  A great defense to theft is having a great offense in place.  Clothing security is an offensive strategy that has been proven effective at reducing loss due to theft.  Clothing security tags act as a visual deterrent to theft.  A clothing alarm is a visual and audible deterrent to theft.  A clothing alarm can send a shoplifter running for the exit.

How do you decide what brand of clothing security rags to use? When placing security tags on clothes it is important to make sure the clothing security tags will be reliable and not prone to defect. Checkpoint tags provide that reliability the reliability that you’re looking for.  Checkpoint tags are used throughout the retail industry.  Checkpoint tags come in an array of sizes, shapes and colors.  When placing these security tags on clothes you can be confident that they will be effective at deterring theft. The placement of these security tags on clothes is easy and fast. Clothing security tags usually have two pieces which snap together.  Clothing security tags are as simple to detach as they are to attach to clothes.  Having security tags on clothes means a better defended product.

Clothing security is a total team effort associates must be willing to place security tags on clothes.  Let them know that in doing so they are helping the store to be profitable.  In my experience as a loss prevention manger I have found associates are more than willing to do their part to defend the store 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

Retailers use Checkpoint tags to ensure they have the best brand in clothing security.  Clothing security tags should be durable and should not be easily removed without the appropriate detacher or deactivator for a clothing alarm.  When placing security tags on clothes the retailer should be comfortable that they will stay on the clothing until the clothing security tags are removed with a detacher found at the POS register.  In my past experience I have seen shoplifters come into the store with wire cutters and try and cut clothing security tags off the clothing.  Criminals are intent on taking what they want.  It is important that retailers be intent on keeping what they have.

This makes it even more important for a retailer’s clothing security to include Checkpoint tags that affix tightly to the clothing and do not allow for easy removal by wire cutters or pliers.  Shoplifters will try to remove the security tags on clothes if they think they can do it easily.  Checkpoint tags provide no easy way to improperly remove them from the clothing.  I have seen shoplifters try for hours to distract the cashier long enough to try and remove a security all with no luck.  I know if the merchandise would have not been protected by a security tag the merchandise would have been taken and the shoplifters would have probably visited the store again.

Clothing security tags or a clothing alarm can provide the protection needed to prevent shoplifters from stealing valuable merchandise from any retailer.  Shoplifters are entering stores daily to scope out the theft prevention practices in place for that location.  When they see security tags on clothes or a clothing alarm in use at a store, they will check that store off their shoplifter list.  Let Checkpoint tags provide the clothing security you need at your retail location.

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

There are very few things more important for a clothing retailer than clothing security.  It is paramount for clothing retailers to ensure they are putting security tags on clothes.  Retailers have seen significant losses over the years due to an increase in retail theft.  One way retailers are combating this growing problem is by being proactive in the area of clothing security.  Retailers are placing security tags on clothes and using a clothing alarm.  A clothing alarm in conjunction with clothing security tags enhances a retailer’s ability to protect its assets.

A clothing alarm gives an audible alert anytime clothing may be being tampered with or about to be taken from the store without being purchased.  As the economy continues to look dim for many people, shoplifters are finding an increased demand for their stolen clothes.  If shoplifters feel that they are able to steal clothing with little resistance they will wipe a store out.  This is why it is imperative that retailers invest in clothing security tags.

Checkpoint tags are time tested and reliable clothing security tags.  Checkpoint tags can create the necessary obstacle to shoplifting a clothing store needs.  I have seen the durability of the Checkpoint tags; they are unable to simply be improperly removed from clothing.  This is one of the most important qualities of a dependable security tag.  When the Checkpoint tags are firmly affixed to the clothing perspective shoplifters will have their work cut out trying to remove them without damaging the item they are trying to steal.  Shoplifters know that damaging the item they are shoplifting will mean they will be unable to sell them.  It is important for retailers to stay ahead of the shoplifters.  Utilizing Checkpoint tags when placing security tags on clothes as part of an overall clothing security strategy is simply smart business.

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