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Retail Crime on the Rise: Expert Advice on How Retailers Can Protect Stores and Associates

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The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that organized retail crime cost stores an average of $1 billion in sales in 2020, up more than 50% over the last five years. Additionally, a Business.org survey of small business owners found that 89% of small business owners experienced shoplifting in 2021.

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Holiday Store Experience Survey: Consumers Prioritize Safety Over Immersive Shopper Journeys

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Kimberly Melvin: This summer, Sensormatic Solutions found that only 27% of consumers were concerned about the safety of in-store shopping; however, with the recent increase in COVID-19 cases, this comfort is beginning to fade. RTP: Do you have any closing tips or recommendations for retailers as we head into 2022?

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Interface Makes Physical Security Industry Predictions for 2022

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The recently published 2021 NRF Retail Security Survey revealed that almost 7 in 10 (69%) retail loss prevention and asset protection professionals said the pandemic has resulted in an increase in overall risk for their organization.