Introduction
Shoplifting has reached record highs globally, with criminal gangs increasingly behind coordinated theft operations. Violence is on the rise, and traditional security measures are proving inadequate.
What Is Organized Retail Crime?
Organized Retail Crime (ORC) is coordinated theft conducted by groups for profit through resale. Unlike opportunistic shoplifting, ORC involves:
Statistics
Why Traditional Security Fails
Cameras Alone Don't Prevent
Surveillance without analytics is just expensive recording.
Security Guards Can't Be Everywhere
Human coverage has limits and costs.
EAS Tags Defeated by Professionals
Experienced thieves bypass traditional anti-theft devices.
Lack of Coordination Between Stores
ORC groups exploit siloed security systems.
AI-Powered Solutions
Behavioral Pattern Detection
AI identifies suspicious behavior patterns before theft occurs.
Cross-Location Tracking
Connect incidents across multiple stores to identify ORC patterns.
License Plate Recognition
Track vehicles associated with theft rings.
Real-Time Alerts
Immediate notification when suspicious activity is detected.
Evidence Package Creation
Automatically compile video and data for law enforcement.
Working with Law Enforcement
Effective ORC response requires:
Conclusion
Organized Retail Crime is a growing threat that requires modern solutions. AI-powered video analytics provide the tools retailers need to detect, document, and deter sophisticated theft operations.
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