The sad truth is that at some point in time a retail business will inevitably experience theft. More than $13 billion worth of goods are stolen every year from retailers, according to the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, which equates to about $35 million a day. Shoplifters are everywhere, and safety measures within a store can do wonders for preserving your profits. Depending on the type of business, the risk of theft could vary depending on product type. For example, jewelry or technology stores may face a higher risk of shoplifting because their inventory is more expensive.
The detection, apprehension and prevention of shoplifting is an important responsibility for many retail personnel. With the retail environment rapidly evolving due to e-commerce and globalization of the economy, the focus on shoplifting has increased with many retailers. Implementing a security solution tailored to meet your business’ needs, can significantly benefit loss prevention. Loss prevention reduces the amount of theft and shrinkage within a business by vigilant surveillance and quickness to act. By having a loss prevention security system in place, your business not only feels safer, but more secure about how the store is running.