In today's fast-paced and competitive world, augmented by the divisions of politics, beliefs, and alignment with our favorite sports teams, I wanted to point out the example of three huge wins that I witnessed in the 2018 College Football National…
Like you, I juggle many demands on my time each day. Time seems to be at a premium for everyone these days as life gets busier and more demanding. Indeed we seem to be stretched thinner on a regular basis.…
If you have ever seen the movie “You’ve Got Mail,” there is a gem of a scene in it that speaks volumes to the business world for those listening. For those unfamiliar, this story has Tom Hanks as the owner…
This was derived from a true story, and it changed my life. I was on a business trip once which took me to a major city. A large and nationally known facility recognized as a place of worship was there that…
“Not another Blog!” That’s the way I feel about it too! My Name is Doug, well legally its Douglas, but I go by Doug and welcome to my blog and Author web site. So why is a guy that has…
While flowers are fashionable and appropriate for Mother's Day, they are not the most desired item among mothers-yet they do represent an excellent reference for what most mothers do want. While our subject is Mother's Day and a chosen gift…
In Part 1 of this blog, we looked at some of the practical steps retailers can take to protect their businesses from flash mob theft. In this follow-up, we’ll explore some of the physical security tools available to help you…
Shoplifters frequently use distraction and diversion techniques when carrying out their crimes. But recently, the practice of “overwhelming” has been added to the mix. I’m referring to the recent spate of “flash mob” thefts, where large groups of people descend…
Retail surveillance systems can help reveal a more complete view of how your business is operating when you're not there. Throughout my career in retail loss prevention, I’ve seen some pretty outrageous behavior captured by video surveillance systems. From performance…
Throughout my career in retail loss prevention, I’ve seen some pretty outrageous behavior captured on surveillance video. From performance and productivity issues – like employees showing up late and doing personal things on business time – to outright theft from…