When it comes to securing merchandise with electronic article surveillance, two major technologies rule the roost – RF and AM. Both have been widely used for years and are proven strategies to reduce retail shrink. Yet as a retailer how do you select between the two? Here are the most common questions and answers relating…
Despite major improvements in retail security technology, shoplifting remains Australia’s largest contributor to the whopping $2.7 billion cost of national retail shrink. For merchants it’s a frustrating phenomenon that’s likely to become even more prevalent over coming weeks as we enter the retail bonanza of Christmas. So, as retail embraces the festive season, let’s go…
Online shopping and the imminent arrival of Amazon may be shaking up the playing field, but bricks and mortar retail is far from entering its dying throes. According to a recent study by the Australian Consumer Retail and Services Unit (ACRS) Australians will continue patronising real-world retail even five years from now, with a majority…
E-commerce, virtual reality and chatbots night be the flash new terms of the retail world, but behind the scenes it’s simple data and analytics that are delivering a host of new opportunities to bricks and mortar retail. From counting customers, to watching what they pick up and put down, modern retail features a smorgasbord of…
The stock is on order, the premises outfitted and the signwriter booked, meaning the countdown is on until opening day at your new retail establishment. But just as premises, point of sale and shopfittings are important, so too is the technology that protects your inventory from theft and helps guarantee a return on your investment.…
Due to their minimalist design and aesthetic appeal, concealed Security Systems or Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems are an increasingly popular option for retailers looking to maintain item security, without the look of pedestals. And there are a variety of options for retailers embracing this trend. From overhead surveillance to under floor systems and concealed…
As retailers complete their final stocktake and tick off the requirements that mark the end of the financial year, it’s a timely opportunity to look to the new business year ahead. And amidst a lengthy list of new year’s business resolutions, loss prevention should be high on the agenda. Statistics from the Global Retail Theft…
When it comes to retail security tags, apparel stores have a wealth of choices at their fingertips. But what’s the best option that will meet a store’s loss prevention needs? Here’s a breakdown of the common technology, optional extras and a guide to what to look for in tags to reduce stock loss. The…
The most cost effective security upgrade you can do Part of The Platinum Series – our premium range of high security tags AM Frequency (RF available on request) High Security: Requires our XT Detacher and will not open on low strength magnet detachers A compact design, but offers robust security – this mini XT locking mechanism tag…
The most cost effective security upgrade you can do Part of The Platinum Series – our premium range of high security tags AM Frequency (RF available on request) High Security: Requires our XT Detacher and will not open on low strength magnet detachers Combats tampering: The best tags have large pin heads for added security.…
Used by over 73% of retailers worldwide according to the Global Retail Theft Barometer, electronic article surveillance (EAS) is considered one of the most effective weapons in the war against shoplifting. Encompassing a series of systems that electronically monitor products via tags and antennas, the two most commonly utilised technologies are Radio Frequency (RF) and…
The bricks and mortar retail environment may have changed dramatically in the past few years , but according to the Global Retail Theft Barometer, the cold hard numbers of retail shrink have altered little. Comprising shoplifting, employee theft, supply chain loss and fraud, it’s a global problem equating to US$1.234 billion annually or 1.23 per…