Loss Prevention

Every retailer is keenly aware of the need to manage loss prevention. The operation of our state-of-the-art Distribution Center and firsthand experience with AG New England’s corporate stores give our Loss Prevention Department valuable expertise in loss management. We offer vulnerability audits and proper training in areas such as monitoring damaged goods, mis-selections, short on-loads, and the training of associates in the installation and use of camera security systems.

From controlling lottery tickets and cigarette tax stamping to food safety issues, terrorism concerns and security audits, AG New England maintains excellent performance and accuracy over security-related issues. Seminars and specialized services are offered to retailers concerned about loss prevention. Security and the safe handling of product, cross-contamination prevention, and cleanliness (including the inspection of incoming product and trailers) are all a part of AG New England’s culture. New equipment, improved technologies, controls and sophisticated monitoring, coordinated from the Distribution Center, work together to achieve zero tolerance in loss management.

• Counterfeit Coupons
• Building Security and Vulnerability Assessment
• Robbery Prevention Guidelines
• Emergency Action Plans for Retail Food Establishments
• 2008 Shrink Survey

Police Store Watch Program
Many local police departments sponsor robbery and shoplifting prevention and awareness programs; having participated in such programs, we offer many helpful ideas to make stores less inviting to crime. Most police departments will conduct free vulnerability surveys of retail businesses that often call attention to issues retailers may have overlooked. For more information, contact your local police department.