The recent arrest of almost 200 shoplifters in Sydney and Perth highlights the ongoing challenge for retailers when it comes to protecting items during the busy Christmas period. Last week…
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Retail Loss prevention – a guide for retailers
Retail shrink costs the Australian industry billions each year and for the retailers looking to stem the flow of loss, keeping up to date with the best techniques and security…
Rethinking the fitting room
In recent years the fitting room hasn’t had much thought. A couple of curtains, a little privacy, an attendant to count items in and out – voila change rooms taken…
Why concealed EAS might be suitable for your store
For the retailer who’s looking to protect their store while embracing seamless design and an appealing fit-out, concealed electronic article surveillance (EAS) may be the system of choice. Installed within…
Protecting apparel – the most shoplifted products in Australia
Electronics might steal the limelight when it comes to the theft of high-value goods, but make no mistake, apparel and accessories are the most commonly shoplifted items in Australian retail.…
Reducing liquor theft over the festive season
It’s common knowledge the festive season brings with it both an increase in foot traffic for the retail sector, and an increase in theft. And some retailers and products are…
How shop security improves the customer experience
Retail loss prevention and the customer experience may seem like two terms which have little in common. But often they work hand in hand, with effective shop security facilitating the…
Red meat a red-hot target for shoplifters
The rising cost of meat is contributing to a spike in shoplifting, according to recent media reports, with major retailers now fitting security labels to their packaging of prime cuts.…
Four pre-Christmas trends every retailer should know
Next week, the retail sector officially enters the three-month countdown to Christmas, and already many brands are busily planning their marketing, ordering their stock and preparing for what they hope…
Police look at new charges for ‘swarming’ shoplifting
Victoria Police are considering introducing a new charge to tackle the rising incidence of ‘swarming’. Usually aimed at telco retailers and electronics stores, ‘swarming’ sees a couple or numerous offenders…
Apple’s Watch 5 to prompt surge in wearable popularity
Apple has unveiled its latest smart watch as more and more brands embrace the wearable trend and these accessories continue to grow in popularity. For retailers, the Apple Watch and…
Technology in the fight against self-checkout theft
Artificial Intelligence and increased surveillance are among the new technologies being employed by Australia’s major retailers in a bid to combat self-checkout theft. The move comes amidst reports seven per…