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Merchandising Security Services And Shoplifting

By Barbara Bennett


Depending on the establishment whether private, public or retail, theft can often be a concern. In most cases, theft is more prevalent in offices, public libraries and retail outlets. While this is the case, a company which provides merchandising security services and systems has released a new 360 24/7 video surveillance system in hopes this will not be the case in the future.

In most cases, electronic surveillance is a technical method used to prevent shoplifting in the retail market. Whereas, pilferage of books from libraries or office supplies from buildings is also a concern. In most cases, fixed tags are placed on books and theft devices are attached to merchandise, though this is not always the case.

When these tags are attached, library staff, cashiers or clerks often remove the device during check-out. Whereas, there are some retail outlets which now also have theft detection systems in rest rooms and dressing areas. In addition, most retailers also have theft detection systems at entry and exit points which if a tag has not been removed will set off an alarm.

While most all products at large retailers have devices and alarms, there are different options and types. Whether based on microwave signals, radio waves or electro magnetic technology, all seem to set off an alarm based on a theft detection tag of some sort. As such, thieves began using booster tags to cover or replace the tags originally placed on a number of items.

When owners or managers are selecting a theft detection system, is important to consider the efficiency factor. For, if alarms are caused by tags which have been scanned though not removed correctly, it can often cause store good customers. Whereas, having an alarm going off in error can still be embarrassing, especially if individuals whom have paid for items are stopped and searched after check out.

In most cases, well informed shoplifters are aware of how tags can be deactivated or removed while still in the store. In some cases, these individuals use booster tags which are placed over an original tag to block the detection sensor. Whereas, in other cases, individuals will simply find a way to remove the tag before leaving the store.

While this is the case, most shoplifters actually either miss or fail to deactivate or remove a tag from pieces of clothing and still get caught. Whereas, as a service to retail outlets, a number of manufacturers are now integrating security tags inside the packaging of products. As such, a shoplifter would have to open the package to remove the device, an action which could very well be questioned at the check out counter.

In addition, while there are a number of tools available for shoplifters to use in the practice, these tools can now get people arrested even before a crime has been committed. For, in the United States and United Kingdom, individuals using these tools can be arrested for intention to steal or suspicion of theft simply by possessing the tools. As such, the cost of an item can often be far less than that of fines, legal fees or jail time.




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