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technology1 year ago

Affordable Smart Home Hack to Deter Thieves

The article discusses how using smart plugs and smart lights can help deter thieves by creating the illusion of activity in an unoccupied home. By scheduling lights to turn on and off randomly, these devices can simulate the presence of people, making the home less appealing to potential burglars. Smart plugs like the Kasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini offer features like Away Mode to automate this process, providing an affordable and effective security measure for under $10.

via CNET|
#home-automation#security#smart-home
business1 year ago

TJ Maxx and Marshalls Staff Now Wearing Body Cameras to Prevent Theft

TJX, the parent company of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods, has started equipping specially-trained loss prevention employees with police-style body cameras at select stores to deter theft and de-escalate incidents. The footage is only shared with police or through a subpoena. This move is part of a broader trend among retailers to combat shoplifting, with some also exploring AI technologies and removing self-checkout registers.

via The Hill|
#body-cameras#business#employee-safety
business1 year ago

TJ Maxx, Marshalls Equip Workers with Body Cameras to Combat Theft

TJX Companies, the parent company of TJ Maxx and Marshalls, is equipping employees with body cameras to curb thefts. The initiative aims to de-escalate incidents and deter crime, with footage shared only with law enforcement upon request. The company hopes the cameras will reduce "shrink" and enhance store safety, amid a broader retail industry struggle with theft, which resulted in $112.1 billion in losses in 2022.

via New York Post |
#body-cameras#business#loss-prevention
retail-security1 year ago

TJ Maxx, Marshalls Equip Workers with Body Cameras to Combat Theft

TJX Companies, the parent company of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods, is equipping loss prevention employees with body cameras to deter theft and enhance store safety. The initiative aims to de-escalate incidents and reduce merchandise shrinkage, which cost the retail industry $112.1 billion in 2022. The footage from these cameras is shared only with law enforcement or in response to a subpoena. This move follows similar anti-theft measures by other retailers like Dollar General.

via Fox Business|
#body-cameras#loss-prevention#retail-security
retail1 year ago

Kroger Implements Receipt Checks at Select Stores for Enhanced Security

In response to increased theft, six Kroger stores in the Cincinnati area have implemented periodic receipt checks as part of new safety measures. The stores include locations in Hyde Park, St. Bernard, Norwood, Oakley Marketplace, Downtown, and University Plaza. Kroger reports positive feedback from both associates and customers regarding the new policy.

via WLWT Cincinnati|
#cincinnati#kroger#receipt-checks
retail-security1 year ago

Kroger Implements Receipt Checks at Select Ohio Stores

Kroger has implemented receipt checks and banned large bags at six Columbus-area stores to combat increased theft. This move follows a rise in organized retail crime and violent incidents involving security guards at some locations. The Ohio Chamber of Commerce and Ohio Council of Retail Merchants highlight the significant impact of organized theft on businesses.

via The Columbus Dispatch|
#columbus#kroger#organized-retail-crime
business1 year ago

"Target Implements Self-Checkout Limits for Customers with Fewer Than 10 Items"

Target has replaced its regular self-checkout with express self-checkout for customers with 10 items or fewer at most of its 2000 locations nationwide, aiming to improve efficiency and customer experience. The change was prompted by increased reliance on self-checkout during the pandemic and aims to address challenges such as partial shrink. This move follows similar actions by retailers like Dollar General and Walmart, with Dollar General removing self-checkout options in some stores and Walmart designating select self-checkout stations for specific customer groups.

via Good Morning America|
#business#customer-experience#retail
businesstech2 years ago

"Sam's Club Implements AI Cart Scanning, Ends Receipt Checks at Exit"

Sam's Club, a subsidiary of Walmart, is set to implement AI image capture technology at its store exits by the end of 2024, using a combination of computer vision and digital technology to scan receipts and verify purchased items. The move aims to address long lines at store exits and enhance convenience for members. While the technology may help prevent theft and reduce product loss, concerns remain about its effectiveness, particularly in the context of self-checkout systems.

via USA TODAY|
#ai-technology#businesstech#convenience
technology2 years ago

"iOS 17.3 Leak Unveils Stunning iPhone Feature and Enhanced Security"

Apple's upcoming iOS 17.3 will introduce a new feature called Stolen Device Mode, aimed at preventing thieves from accessing passwords, erasing content, or making purchases on stolen iPhones without biometric authentication. The feature also includes a one-hour security delay for actions like changing the Apple ID password, which can be waived in trusted locations. While the feature addresses a significant issue of iPhone theft, there are concerns that criminals may resort to forcing victims to unlock protected apps. Nonetheless, it is considered a game-changing feature for enhancing iPhone security.

via Forbes|
#ios-173#iphone#security
crime2 years ago

Protect Your Expensive Jackets: D.C. Police Recommend AirTags to Thwart Canada Goose Theft

Washington, D.C. police are advising residents to purchase AirTags to protect their high-end Canada Goose jackets, which have become popular targets for thieves in the area. AirTags, small tracking devices, can be attached to the jackets to help locate them if stolen. This recommendation follows the precedent set by other police departments, such as in New York City, where free AirTags were distributed to citizens concerned about car thefts.

via 9to5Mac|
#airtags#canada-goose-jackets#crime
law-enforcement2 years ago

Holiday Theft Prevention: Law Enforcement Ramps Up Security in Bay Area Shopping Districts

Law enforcement agencies in the Central Valley have launched 'Operation Christmas Presence' to combat thefts during the holiday shopping season. The Fresno Police Department, Fresno County Sheriff's Office, and California Highway Patrol are increasing uniform patrols, deploying undercover personnel, utilizing bicycle and horseback patrols, and employing video surveillance equipment to ensure the safety of shoppers and businesses. They urge the public to report suspicious activity and avoid leaving valuable items in plain sight.

via KMPH Fox 26|
#holiday-season#increased-patrols#law-enforcement
business2 years ago

The Self-Checkout Dilemma: Confusion and Reckoning at Walmart, Costco, and Kroger

Retailers such as Walmart, Costco, and Kroger are reevaluating their self-checkout strategies as they realize the limitations of the technology. Despite hopes of significant labor cost savings, these retailers are finding that they still need employees to combat theft, assist customers with purchases, review IDs, and check receipts. Costco has started asking staff to check membership cards in self-checkout lanes to crack down on improper sharing, while Walmart is removing self-checkout lanes from some stores and replacing them with traditional staffed registers. Kroger, on the other hand, is going all-in on self-checkout in one store but still has front-end staff to assist with scanning and bagging groceries. The retailers are realizing that self-checkout requires supervision, maintenance, and IT support, and that assigning employees to monitor and assist customers is necessary for a smooth process.

via Business Insider|
#business#customer-assistance#labor-costs
business2 years ago

Grocery Store Implements Product Removal Strategy to Combat Theft

A Giant Food market in Washington, D.C. is taking drastic measures to combat theft by removing popular national brands like Tide, Colgate, and Advil from its shelves and replacing them with store brands. Shoppers will also be required to present their receipts before exiting the store. The move comes as retailers across the country grapple with increasing incidents of organized retail crime, leading to significant losses. Giant Food hopes that these measures will help deter theft and prevent the closure of its unprofitable store, which is the only major grocer in the area. However, concerns have been raised about the impact on the community's access to quality food, and efforts are being made to find solutions that balance security and community needs.

via The Washington Post|
#business#community-impact#grocery-store
technology2 years ago

"Tech Strategies: America's Retail Giants Combat Organized Retail Theft"

Major retailers in the United States, including Walmart, Target, Lowe's, Kroger, Macy's, and CVS, are partnering with technology companies to combat organized retail theft using advanced technologies such as AI-powered video surveillance systems, facial recognition cameras, license-plate and vehicle readers, autonomous security robots, RFID tags, and predictive analytic software. The goal is to deter criminals and make theft less appealing by detecting and identifying potential offenders before they commit crimes. While these technologies show promise in reducing theft, retailers must be mindful of ethical concerns and ensure that human oversight is maintained to prevent any negative consequences for customers or employees.

via CNBC|
#ai#retail#rfid