Loss Prevention

NRF’s loss prevention community works with retail LP professionals, law enforcement and government agencies to protect retailers, people, assets, reputations and brands. Browse resources and read the latest articles and press releases related to loss prevention.

The 2017 hurricane season may have destroyed various communities, but it did not dampen the resilience of the retail industry. Numerous retail companies came to the rescue. See stories of how several brands led the charge including Academy Sports + Outdoor, IKEA, Lowe’s, Macy’s, The Container Store, The Home Depot and Tractor Supply.

Cybersecurity workshop

At NRF 2019: Retail’s Big Show, get strategic insights on cybersecurity threats and how to mitigate cyber-related risks.

Participate in a “cyber war game” that simulates the critical decisions that leaders must make in responding to cyber incidents.

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NRF PROTECT

NRF PROTECT is the premier retail loss prevention conference. Its robust program features LP industry leaders sharing real-world knowledge and tactics that will change the way you do your job.

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Retail Safety and Security Tools

2018 Organized Retail Crime Survey

The scope of current ORC activity, retailers’ resources for fighting it, and the overall impact on the industry.

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Retail Safety and Security Tools

National Retail Security Survey 2018

The latest report looks at the financial impact to retailers of inventory loss and loss prevention staffing and budgets.

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Looking for tools on retail safety and security? Access NRF’s resources including active shooter and emergency preparedness reports.

Retail safety and security tools

Latest LP stories

Theresa Payton speaks at NRF Protect in Dallas

Loss Prevention

Cybersecurity for business and life: A guide from a former White House CIO

Episode 64 of Retail Gets Real: Theresa Payton on how to protect information online.

Michael Mason, of Verizon, speaks on stage during Executive Afternoon at NRF protect 2018

Retail Safety and Security Tools

NRF PROTECT 2018: Recap and highlights

NRF PROTECT was held in Dallas, June 11-13.

captain Tammie jo Schults speaks at NRF Protect about her work with Southwest airlines

Loss Prevention

Southwest Flight 1380 pilot Tammie Jo Shults on leading in times of crisis

Heroic pilot recounts the story of landing Southwest Flight 1380 after an engine explosion.

retail to the rescue panel on stage at NRF Protect in Dallas

Loss Prevention

When retail comes to the rescue

Retail executives share stories about relief efforts following Hurricane Harvey.

Cashier swiping credit card on a portable machine

Data Security

Time for everyone to have a seat at the table for credit card security

Today’s payments system was built with very few of the knowledgeable players at the table.

What's next

NRF study says more online shoppers want free shipping

5 things to know about discounts this holiday season

Consumers will spend 4.1 percent more than last year during winter holidays

What’s the deal with deal-hunting?

NRF study says consumers shop at discount retailers regardless of age or income

Committees and Councils

NRF LP Council

This invitation-only council is composed of senior LP executives who discuss common problems in LP and share new ideas on product and program results.

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The Loss Prevention council at their annual meeting at NRF Protect in Dallas

Loss Prevention news from STORES Magazine

January 8, 2019

U.K.’s Asda tries data analytics to counter shoplifting and ORC

December 18, 2018

Finding security where applications and operating systems meet

November 13, 2018

‘White hat’ hacker discusses hacking groups and how retailers can defend themselves

October 30, 2018

Facial recognition is becoming a competitive tool in the fight against fraud