Some Tips To Protect Your Business On Holidays

Employee theft during holidays and long weekends is an important issue. There are multiple factors that contribute to this phenomenon and ways you can mitigate them.
• Whenever there is an overstock of merchandise because of increased sales volume. The increased inventory and disorganization of busy stores means
employees have more opportunities to stealthily steal merchandise. Thus, be especially wary of theft.
• Validate voided sales, review return policies and thoroughly communicate store policies on theft.
• Many stores will hire new staff before busy holiday seasons or weekends. The new staff is not only less trustworthy (because they haven’t worked
for very long), but also more likely to make dangerous mistakes. Be extra cautious in the onboarding process and go over safety details
carefully.
• Rely on smart cameras to watch your store for theft by employees or customers.
• Hire new staff well in advance of expected busy times, so they are practised before the business picks up.
Don’t Go Over the Top With Displays
Decorating your business for holidays, extended weekends, and seasonal changes can liven up your store and excite shoppers. However, there are certain factors to consider when adding a festive spirit to your business.
• Be careful with lights, as they can become a fire hazard if not used properly.
• Be cautious about displays inhibiting carts and walkways—this can also become a fire hazard.
• Place displays in areas that don’t inhibit the view of smart cameras. If you don’t have cameras, look into your options.
• Cameras, especially coupled with listening devices, have shown to reduce crime and help police follow up when it does occur.
Update Security Systems
Shoplifters will take advantage of closed stores during holiday hours because they tend