The NRF Fusion Center at NRF PROTECT brought together hundreds of retailers and law enforcement professionals to enhance public-private collaboration on combating organized retail crime. Attendees engaged in real-time intelligence sharing, strategic discussions, and cross-agency networking. This unprecedented level of cooperation signals a stronger, more unified response to growing security threats in the retail sector. NRF
The FBI’s 2024 active shooter data reveals troubling shifts in both frequency and targeting, with a rise in incidents occurring in commercial and open spaces. Experts emphasize that while the overall number of events declined slightly, the lethality and randomness have increased. The article stresses the urgent need for improved threat assessment, training, and coordination between law enforcement and the private sector.
The National Retail Federation is suing New York over its new law requiring retailers to disclose whether they use "surveillance pricing" technologies that adjust prices based on shopper behavior. The NRF argues the law is vague, unfairly burdensome, and creates a chilling effect on innovation. This legal battle could set a national precedent for transparency and regulation in retail tech.
In this eye-opening podcast, Chuck Randolph and Trinity Davis dive deep into the often-overlooked threats targeting corporate executives—including digital stalking, impersonation, and social engineering. They explore how these covert risks can undermine brand security and leadership stability. It's a must-listen for anyone in executive protection or corporate security leadership.
A shooting at a Savannah, Georgia shopping mall left multiple people injured and sparked a large police response. Authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred during a busy weekend shopping period, as community members express concern over public safety. The event underscores the ongoing challenges of preventing violence in commercial spaces.
Join TalkLP podcast host Amber Bradley in another edition of “Director’s Cut” with guest Starsky Smith, Division Director of Loss Prevention for Genuine Parts Company.
They dive into the unique nature of loss prevention at Genuine Parts and how they manage shrink. By digging in. What and how are they digging in? Gotta listen to find out!
The pair also chat about the role of AI in LP and the fine balance between tech and gut. And the biggest mistakes made in the interview room.
Connect with Starsky and check out his writing here and listen to his podcast, “Wisdom, Whiskey, and Wit” here.
Cybersecurity in retail is a significant concern for both businesses and consumers. Recently, several high-profile data breaches affecting well-known retailers such as Harrods, Marks & Spencer, The North Face, and Cartier have brought this issue to the forefront. These incidents demonstrate the constantly evolving and challenging threat landscape that retailers must contend with.
They also highlight a growing concern: the retail sector is becoming a prime target for well-funded and opportunistic threat actors. These attackers are using advanced tactics to exploit security vulnerabilities.
As retail continues its digital transformation, the potential for attacks will undoubtedly rise, making it crucial for companies to establish robust cybersecurity strategies.
Active Shooter Incidents, Part I: Beyond the Statistics to Practical Workplace Violence Insights
In the first part of this three-part podcast series, Karen Tynan, a shareholder in the firm’s Sacramento office and co-chair of the Workplace Violence Prevention Practice Group, joins workplace violence mitigation consultant Dan Skoczylas to discuss the FBI‘s 2024 report on “Active Shooter Incidents in the United States.”
Karen and Dan examine the data presented in the report but emphasize the importance of going beyond statistics to assess and mitigate risk.
They explore the report’s nuances, including response times, the categorization of incidents, and the practical implications for businesses aiming to enhance their workplace safety protocols.
Trump's tariffs may cost US employers $82.3 bn, hit retail hard: Analysis
An analysis finds that a critical group of US employers would face a direct cost of USD 82.3 billion from President Donald Trump's current tariff plans, a sum that could be potentially managed through price hikes, layoffs, hiring freezes or lower profit margins.
The analysis by the JPMorganChase Institute is among the first to measure the direct costs created by the import taxes on businesses with USD 10 million to USD 1 billion in annual revenue, a category that includes roughly a third of private-sector US workers.
These companies are more dependent than other businesses on imports from China, India and Thailand.
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What Workplace Deregulation Means for Safety: Navigating the Risks Behind the Rollbacks
The announcement aligns with President Trump’s Executive Order “Unleashing Prosperity through Deregulation,” which mandates the elimination of ten existing federal rules for every new one created.
The Department of Labor has taken the lead, highlighting its intention to dismantle what it describes as “costly and burdensome” regulations inherited from prior administrations.
“These historic actions will free Main Street, fuel economic growth, and give American workers the flexibility they need to build a better future,” said Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
The climate tech making retail smarter and more profitable
Retail is changing, but not because it wants to.
From fashion to food, most C-suites are still running on 20th-century systems, designed for a world where raw materials were cheap, landfills were bottomless, and customers didn’t ask hard questions.
That world is gone.
The most forward-thinking retailers and e-commerce companies are adapting. They’re deploying next-generation climate solutions to address core business challenges.
In the process, they’re transforming how products are valued.
Two companies—Trove and Wasteless—offer a window into this new logic: climate tech that strengthens margins, deepens loyalty, and delivers a better retail experience for both fashion and food.
5 in 10 consumers abusing returns policies to get more for their money
A new report by Forter, the trust platform for digital commerce, reveals that consumers are flouting retailers’ return policies more than ever before, with over half of Brits (52%) admitting to deliberately abusing online retail policies in the last 12 months.
On top of this, 18% say if a retailer doesn’t have a policy they can abuse, they will never buy from them again. In their eyes, retailers are now making it so easy to abuse the system and get free stuff!
Most alarmingly, seven in ten of all consumers surveyed believe it’s the retailers at fault for making it easy to abuse flexible return policies. Well over half (58%) say retailers make it easy to open multiple accounts to take advantage of promotions.
China-linked hackers spoof big-name brand websites to steal shoppers' payment info
Researchers have uncovered a sprawling network of fraudulent retail websites impersonating major global brands in an effort to steal payment data from online shoppers.
The campaign, which has been active for months, uses thousands of phishing websites that mimic the design and product listings of well-known retailers.
Ex-IHOP manager accused of stealing thousands in employee payroll scheme in Westmoreland County
The former general manager of the IHOP in Hempfield Township is facing multiple charges after police said he falsified payroll records and pocketed more than $10,000.
Aldo Maya Garcia, 45, of Cincinnati, Ohio, was arraigned Monday and faces a preliminary hearing next week.
Safe and Open: Rethinking Retail Loss Prevention Without Compromising the Experience
Retail shrink is rising—and so is shopper frustration. Retailers are under pressure to secure their stores without turning them into high-friction spaces. In our newest article, we discuss how Purchek® technology andFaceFirstwork together to prevent theft without blocking access to products or harming the customer experience.
From cart-based theft prevention to real-time offender alerts, these smart, discreet technologies offer proactive protection while supporting safer, more efficient operations.
Explore how you can move beyond locked cases and toward a future that’s both secure and shopper-friendly.
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