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Refund and exchange fraud in retail
Refund and exchange fraud is a growing threat to retail companies, quietly eroding profits and undermining trust between businesses and their customers. While most shoppers use return policies responsibly, a small but increasingly sophisticated group exploits these systems, costing retailers billions each year. The Saks stylist scam involving Shail Kwatra,
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Rising theft at the self-checkout
Self-checkout lanes have revolutionized retail, offering speed and convenience for shoppers while helping chains reduce labor costs. Yet, this innovation has come with a hidden cost: a dramatic surge in theft and shoplifting incidents. Recent surveys reveal that more than one in four self-checkout users admit to stealing, a trend
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Arc’teryx’s China surge indicates shifting retail tastes
Over the past few years, Arc’teryx has very successfully redefined “luxury” in China. Primarily known as a niche brand for mountaineers and serious outdoor enthusiasts, it has transformed into a symbol of status: functional, high-quality, aspirational. According to recent reports, about 45% of its total 2024 sales came from
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Why are budget retailers struggling in a cost-of-living crisis?
In theory, budget retailers like Poundland should be thriving as the UK grapples with a cost-of-living crisis. Yet, the reality is starkly different. According to the BBC, more than 100 Poundland stores have been earmarked for closure since the summer, with the company shrinking its footprint from over 800 stores
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Self-checkout kiosks: Convenience, challenges, and the role of Visual AI
Self-checkout kiosks have rapidly transformed the retail landscape, promising speed, convenience, and reduced labor costs. As of 2025, nearly 96% of grocery stores in the U.S. offer self-checkout kiosks, and about 40% of all grocery store registers are self-checkout stations (see link: Self Checkout Adoption & Theft Statistics (2025)
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Enabling shoppers to do the right thing—Always!
In today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape, the intersection of technology and humanity is more important than ever. As businesses strive to serve communities and customers better, the philosophy of “Helping Here” stands out as a beacon of hope and responsibility. H-E-B, a beloved Texas-based grocery chain, exemplifies this philosophy
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AI at the checkout: When computer vision becomes the new security
In the ever-evolving landscape of retail, technology continues to play a pivotal role in shaping operational efficiency and customer experience. One of the most pressing challenges for retailers is shrinkage—losses due to theft, fraud, and operational errors. Sainsbury’s, a leading retail chain in the UK, has taken a
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Unlocking the true value of AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, promising unprecedented efficiencies and new capabilities. Yet, as businesses race to adopt AI, a sobering reality is emerging—widespread job losses across sectors. From manufacturing floors to retail counters, automation and intelligent systems are replacing roles that once required human hands and minds.
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How We Use Generative AI
Essentially, we are transforming the input from the cameras into a live assistant, one which is able to provide vital updates and answer questions backed by the most up-to-date information you have available.
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Self checkout is a choice
Self checkout is a choice. Customers can choose when and why they want to use them. Retailers can choose when and whether to deploy them in stores.
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NRF 2023 Summary
A recurrent topic of conversation was around an protecting stores against an expected increase in theft caused by the global cost of living crises, however there was also a big interest in monitoring and managing customer journeys through stores.