Bottle Locks-2 , Bottle Security-3 , Liquor Bottle Security-1
Stolen Liquor Is Big Business
If you are the manager or owner of a package store or a grocer that sells wine and liquor, it may be time to start looking into investing in bottle security. The “business” of trafficking stolen liquor and other spirits is growing exponentially and the problem is not going away any time soon. There are cases blown open every day and even more under investigation as we speak. Organized theft rings are casing new locations all the time and unfortunately if you don’t employ some type of liquor bottle security, you are likely going to be a future victim. Will they break in overnight and wipe out all your shelves, or will they come in when you’re open and sneak out your front door with your staff standing there completely unaware? The good thing is if they come in your store and see that you have your valuable inventory protected with Bottle Locks they will be more likely to turn around and leave. Attempting to remove Bottle Locks is futile. It’s more trouble than it’s worth, and the bottle itself will probably shatter before the lock will break!
If you still aren’t convinced you need bottle security, let me tell you about a case I read about tonight. A city police department was getting call after call on a consistent basis about stolen liquor. Package stores, warehouse stores, and grocers were all getting hit, and it was always top shelf brands. The detectives start looking into the crimes and discover an organized ring of thieves. The department gathered a lot intelligence and started building their case. But the key was to find the one that gave the orders. That’s when they set up a sting with one of the thieves turning into an informant. They got with loss prevention from some of the area stores and got cases of high retail liquor they could use for bait. When they informant got the call he took the bottles provided by the detectives and met the buyer. Well, it turned out to be the local florist, and he was paying the thief pennies on the dollar for each bottle. He would mingle around at weddings he was providing flowers for and get chummy with the next couple getting married. He would then let them know he could give them a great deal on an open bar. Then he called his thieves and gave them their “shopping lists”. Any time there was an impending wedding, a crime spree would start. Now that florist is sitting in jail wishing he had just stuck to selling corsages and bouquets.
There are rogue club owners out there that balk at buying from the legal alcohol wholesaler. There are managers of small restaurants that want to sell liquor by the drink, but don’t want to bother with the hassle of getting an alcohol license. There are people out there that are willing to steal for any of these guys. It’s all pure profit because they have nothing invested in it in the first place. One of the best things you can do to keep your business from being victimized by one of these theft rings is to add some form of bottle security measures. One thing you can count on: if a theft ring arrives to clean off your shelves, they will be deterred by the presence of Bottle Locks. They send a clear message that your business is serious about keeping your valuable inventory safe.
For more information about Bottle Locks contact us: 1.770.426.0547 or Bottlelock.net
If you are the manager or owner of a package store or a grocer that sells wine and liquor, it may be time to start looking into investing in bottle security. The “business” of trafficking stolen liquor and other spirits is growing exponentially and the problem is not going away any time soon. There are cases blown open every day and even more under investigation as we speak. Organized theft rings are casing new locations all the time and unfortunately if you don’t employ some type of liquor bottle security, you are likely going to be a future victim. Will they break in overnight and wipe out all your shelves, or will they come in when you’re open and sneak out your front door with your staff standing there completely unaware? The good thing is if they come in your store and see that you have your valuable inventory protected with Bottle Locks they will be more likely to turn around and leave. Attempting to remove Bottle Locks is futile. It’s more trouble than it’s worth, and the bottle itself will probably shatter before the lock will break!
If you still aren’t convinced you need bottle security, let me tell you about a case I read about tonight. A city police department was getting call after call on a consistent basis about stolen liquor. Package stores, warehouse stores, and grocers were all getting hit, and it was always top shelf brands. The detectives start looking into the crimes and discover an organized ring of thieves. The department gathered a lot intelligence and started building their case. But the key was to find the one that gave the orders. That’s when they set up a sting with one of the thieves turning into an informant. They got with loss prevention from some of the area stores and got cases of high retail liquor they could use for bait. When the informant got the call he took the bottles provided by the detectives and met the buyer. Well, it turned out to be the local florist, and he was paying the thief pennies on the dollar for each bottle. He would mingle around at weddings he was providing flowers for and get chummy with the next couple getting married. He would then let them know he could give them a great deal on an open bar. Then he called his thieves and gave them their “shopping lists”. Any time there was an impending wedding, a crime spree would start. Now that florist is sitting in jail wishing he had just stuck to selling corsages and bouquets.
There are rogue club owners out there that balk at buying from the legal alcohol wholesaler. There are managers of small restaurants that want to sell liquor by the drink, but don’t want to bother with the hassle of getting an alcohol license. There are people out there that are willing to steal for any of these guys. It’s all pure profit because they have nothing invested in it in the first place. One of the best things you can do to keep your business from being victimized by one of these theft rings is to add some form of bottle security measures. One thing you can count on: if a theft ring arrives to clean off your shelves, they will be deterred by the presence of Bottle Locks. They send a clear message that your business is serious about keeping your valuable inventory safe.
For more information about Bottle Locks contact us or call 1.770.426.0547 or Bottlelock.net
CP Systems-3 , CP Tags-1 , Stop Shoplifting- 1 , CP Security System-1 , Retail Theft Prevention-1
Don’t Let Theft Be Easy At Convenience Stores
I know several people that have worked in the convenience store business. One was a former regional manager, one a store manager, and a couple of clerks, and they’ve all had similar experiences with shoplifting in their stores. With minimal staff on hand, it can be difficult to stop shoplifting in this environment. In the drug store world I work in, we have a number of tools at hand that are specifically made for retail theft prevention. Many of these tools can be transferred over to the convenience store atmosphere, if they are modified to fit that type of business. Now Checkpoint Systems has come up with this new tool, the Classic N10. They have kept the same reliable theft deterrence capabilities, but made the standard antennas into a smaller size.
Space is a premium in convenience stores. Displays have to be appealing, and the product mix has to draw in customers that may have only planned to stop for gas. There are a lot of novelty items that are carried and placed throughout the store. Specialty lighters, key chains, energy supplements, and even condoms are just a few examples. These items typically have a very high margin. Some items may be there on consignment for pay on scan, but many have already been purchased and they are part of the store’s inventory. In either case, you can’t afford to have this stuff walking out the door unpaid. With the Classic N10 mounted at the entrance, you send the message that your inventory is protected. The flashing LED lights also provide additional deterrence. Thieves want to get in and out without being noticed. Your staff can adhere Checkpoint tags to items you know will be targeted.
When you generally have only one employee in the store at any given time, it is almost impossible for them to be aware of everyone in the building and everything going on in there. It only takes them dealing with one difficult or needy person to be too distracted to notice that someone is stuffing a bunch of high dollar lighters in a big bag, or a teenager is about to run out with a case of beer. Many times a group will come in with just that intention. With Checkpoint Systems, you don’t have to worry about your clerk not noticing a theft. If it does occur, they will be immediately alerted, and they can call the authorities as soon as it happens. Otherwise, it could be hours later when the theft is finally discovered and the person responsible is long gone. The police will put much more effort into finding a suspect that just committed a crime and is most likely still close by, than they will into just riding around waiting and hoping. And that’s only if your store is equipped with a camera system that provides clear footage of the crime in the first place. Without a Checkpoint Security System, your business is vulnerable to losing valuable merchandise.
Too many independent convenience stores end up going under and out of business because they incur too much loss to stay afloat. Protect your store with the investment into the new Checkpoint Systems Classic N10. You and your P&L won’t be disappointed.
For more information on the new Classic N10 by Checkpoint Systems, contact us or call: 1.770.426.0547
or Antishoplifting.net
I know several people that have worked in the convenience store business. One was a former regional manager, one a store manager, and a couple of clerks, and they’ve all had similar experiences with shoplifting in their stores. With minimal staff on hand, it can be difficult to stop shoplifting in this environment. In the drug store world I work in, we have a number of tools at hand that are specifically made for retail theft prevention. Many of these tools can be transferred over to the convenience store atmosphere, if they are modified to fit that type of business. Now Checkpoint Systems has come up with this new tool, the Classic N10. They have kept the same reliable theft deterrence capabilities, but made the standard antennas into a smaller size.
Space is a premium in convenience stores. Displays have to be appealing, and the product mix has to draw in customers that may have only planned to stop for gas. There are a lot of novelty items that are carried and placed throughout the store. Specialty lighters, key chains, energy supplements, and even condoms are just a few examples. These items typically have a very high margin. Some items may be there on consignment for pay on scan, but many have already been purchased and they are part of the store’s inventory. In either case, you can’t afford to have this stuff walking out the door unpaid. With the Classic N10 mounted at the entrance, you send the message that your inventory is protected. The flashing LED lights also provide additional deterrence. Thieves want to get in and out without being noticed. Your staff can adhere Checkpoint tags to items you know will be targeted.
When you generally have only one employee in the store at any given time, it is almost impossible for them to be aware of everyone in the building and everything going on in there. It only takes them dealing with one difficult or needy person to be too distracted to notice that someone is stuffing a bunch of high dollar lighters in a big bag, or a teenager is about to run out with a case of beer. Many times a group will come in with just that intention. With Checkpoint Systems, you don’t have to worry about your clerk not noticing a theft. If it does occur, they will be immediately alerted, and they can call the authorities as soon as it happens. Otherwise, it could be hours later when the theft is finally discovered and the person responsible is long gone. The police will put much more effort into finding a suspect that just committed a crime and is most likely still close by, than they will into just riding around waiting and hoping. And that’s only if your store is equipped with a camera system that provides clear footage of the crime in the first place. Without a Checkpoint Security System, your business is vulnerable to losing valuable merchandise.
Too many independent convenience stores end up going under and out of business because they incur too much loss to stay afloat. Protect your store with the investment into the new Checkpoint Systems Classic N10. You and your P&L won’t be disappointed.
For more information on the new Classic N10 by Checkpoint Systems, contact us or call 1.770.426.0547or Antishoplifting.net
THE ULTIMATE REVIEW – ALPHA O-TAGS
I’ve worked in the LP industry for the past 10 years. I routinely get to test out/play with all sorts of protective devices and security tags. Whether I’m trying to find a practical solution to a specific shoplifting problem, or testing out a new device that will be used chain wide, I’ve had the chance to really get to know what products work and which ones aren’t that effective. I thought to myself a few nights ago, why not share this insight with other retailers? I know you are having the same problems I am. So I give you the first in a multi-part series. I want to focus on the Alpha O-Tag today. It’s really an awesome little device.
Key Features
1. The O-Tags come in two different sizes, small and large. This is great if you are applying them to different types of products, as sometimes, one size does not fit all.
2. The tag has an inner cushion that will protect your merchandise from damage. I really like this part since I mainly use them in my stores on golf clubs. That little detail really does prevent the clubs from being scuffed by the tag.
3. Just like all Alpha hard tags, the O-tag is very easily removed/applied. There’s no hassle, no fuss or the potential to damage the tag because you can’t remove it. (I’m sure we’ve all been there).
4. Works with RF/AM systems
Uses
1. Like I said above, I mainly use them on golf clubs in my store. For a long time, we were having huge amounts of shrink in loose golf clubs. Whether it be customer’s stealing them or switching prices, we were posting some serious shrink. We still have that thief that comes in every now and then that tries, but these tags really do make it difficult to steal.
2. Baseball bats – for you sporting goods guys and girls out there. Bats are very difficult to tag. You want your customer to be able to touch/feel/swing the bat, but obviously you still need to protect the merchandise. There’s not a lot of Alpha hard tags out there to protect baseball bats, but I’ve used them at a previous job and found them to be very effective.
3. Fishing rods – I know what you’re thinking… who isn’t going to notice the guy stealing a fishing rod! It happens more than you would ever imagine. Most thieves in this arena price switch merchandise. Having the tag applied over a certain dollar amount can help your cashier team to better identify high value merchandise. So if they have a customer with a rod that is ringing up $14.99 and it has an O-Tag applied, then they know something is wrong and should contact a manager.
4. Corded Power Tools – how big of a target of these? Thieves love power tools. They are easy to resell. Either to customers in the parking lot, online or down the street at a pawnshop. I’ve not found an Alpha hard tag that does a better job at securing my displays. Simply attaching the tag to the electrical cord makes it very difficult for a thief to get it out the door without being noticed.
I really wanted to include a section of negative points on this tag, but honestly, I don’t have any. I’ve used these tags quite a few times throughout my career and they really get the job done. Will a thief that is determined to steal the product be able to pry the tag off the item? Probably, if they have enough time. Will it stop an opportunistic thief? Every time. If you’re having trouble with shrink in golf, baseball, tools or fishing rods, this could very well be your answer. It’s another great tool to have in your arsenal against shoplifters.
For more information about O-Tags, contact us or call 1.770.426.0547
I’ve worked in the LP industry for the past 10 years. I routinely get to test out/play with all sorts of protective devices and security tags. Whether I’m trying to find a practical solution to a specific shoplifting problem, or testing out a new device that will be used chain wide, I’ve had the chance to really get to know what products work and which ones aren’t that effective. I thought to myself a few nights ago, why not share this insight with other retailers? I know you are having the same problems I am. So I give you the first in a multi-part series. I want to focus on the Alpha O-Tag today. It’s really an awesome little device.
Key Features
1. The O-Tags come in two different sizes, small and large. This is great if you are applying them to different types of products, as sometimes, one size does not fit all.
2. The tag has an inner cushion that will protect your merchandise from damage. I really like this part since I mainly use them in my stores on golf clubs. That little detail really does prevent the clubs from being scuffed by the tag.
3. Just like all Alpha hard tags, the O-tag is very easily removed/applied. There’s no hassle, no fuss or the potential to damage the tag because you can’t remove it. (I’m sure we’ve all been there).
4. Works with RF/AM systems
Uses
1. Like I said above, I mainly use them on golf clubs in my store. For a long time, we were having huge amounts of shrink in loose golf clubs. Whether it be customer’s stealing them or switching prices, we were posting some serious shrink. We still have that thief that comes in every now and then that tries, but these tags really do make it difficult to steal.
2. Baseball bats – for you sporting goods guys and girls out there. Bats are very difficult to tag. You want your customer to be able to touch/feel/swing the bat, but obviously you still need to protect the merchandise. There’s not a lot of Alpha hard tags out there to protect baseball bats, but I’ve used them at a previous job and found them to be very effective.
3. Fishing rods – I know what you’re thinking… who isn’t going to notice the guy stealing a fishing rod! It happens more than you would ever imagine. Most thieves in this arena price switch merchandise. Having the tag applied over a certain dollar amount can help your cashier team to better identify high value merchandise. So if they have a customer with a rod that is ringing up $14.99 and it has an O-Tag applied, then they know something is wrong and should contact a manager.
4. Corded Power Tools – how big of a target of these? Thieves love power tools. They are easy to resell. Either to customers in the parking lot, online or down the street at a pawnshop. I’ve not found an Alpha hard tag that does a better job at securing my displays. Simply attaching the tag to the electrical cord makes it very difficult for a thief to get it out the door without being noticed.
I really wanted to include a section of negative points on this tag, but honestly, I don’t have any. I’ve used these tags quite a few times throughout my career and they really get the job done. Will a thief that is determined to steal the product be able to pry the tag off the item? Probably, if they have enough time. Will it stop an opportunistic thief? Every time. If you’re having trouble with shrink in golf, baseball, tools or fishing rods, this could very well be your answer. It’s another great tool to have in your arsenal against shoplifters.
For more information about O-Tags, contact us or call 1.770.426.0547
