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Combating the potential of theft at the self-checkout

Combating the potential of theft at the self-checkout | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"Demand for self-checkout is growing from both retailers and consumers. As retailers adopt new payment and scanning technologies, though, the systems may be further opening the door to theft ..." 

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Police demand Instagram removes thieves page posting stolen motorbikes

Police demand Instagram removes thieves page posting stolen motorbikes | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"The 'Bristolbiketaker' account lists over 100 pictures and videos of the group's crimes which range from high-powered bikes to a Dominos delivery bike ..."

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How self-service check-outs are making theft feel normal

How self-service check-outs are making theft feel normal | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"Experts have said that self-service checkouts at supermarkets are making it easier for customers to 'normalise theft' because they feel they have a 'right' to 'get their share' ..."

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Inside a Bandit’s Brain | STORES.org

Inside a Bandit’s Brain | STORES.org | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"Loss prevention is one of the most important — and costly — components of retail. Companies spend millions equipping stores with the best surveillance equipment and theft deterrents, locking away easy-to-grab goods that thieves pocket quicker than security can react..."

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Related: ABC News reports: Busting organized retail crime

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Retailers adding theft-prone self-checkouts

Retailers adding theft-prone self-checkouts | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"A lot of shoppers steal products by using the self-checkout lane ..."

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Coles understood to be introducing new technology to reduce theft at self service checkouts

Coles understood to be introducing new technology to reduce theft at self service checkouts | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"SUPERMARKET giant Coles is understood to be introducing new technology to reduce its estimated annual $1.1 billion theft debt by reducing stealing at self-serve checkouts ..."

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Stolen rare drone a symptom of technology's rise - KING5.com

Stolen rare drone a symptom of technology's rise - KING5.com | consumer psychology | Scoop.it

"A drone stolen from a Woodinville store two weeks ago may be another symptom of the technology's spiking popularity ..."

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