One of our retailer members, online marketplace OfferUp is expanding its internet-exchange Community MeetUp Spot program to trusted retailers across the US. The program is a network of in-store meeting places designated for OfferUp users to exchange goods bought and sold on our platform. This initiative has been widely successful, leading to partnerships with over 1,700 […]
The LPRC Board of Advisors recently interfaced with select technical and academic partners at the annual IGNITE meeting to strategize research and launch the LPRC into 2019. This year’s planning meeting featured LPRC Innovate sessions, showcasing the new initiatives the LPRC will implement to support innovation in their research. The first official tours were also given of […]
Visit our interactive web page to explore this year’s research projects categorized by different LP/AP issues and by specific Zones of Influence. Identify the projects you are most interested in and get involved! Each project links to an individual page on our new Knowledge Center, which gives members the ability to bookmark, comment on, and view […]
Dr. Stuart Strome has accepted an exciting career opportunity in the DC Metro Area, his final day with the LPRC is March 7th. Please join the LPRC team in wishing Stuart the very best! Mike and the research team are in the process of hiring and onboarding new team members to ease the transition for […]
Mike currently leads the LPRC Research team, working with Director Dr. Read Hayes to shape, manage, and execute the LPRC’s yearly research load. He writes a monthly column for LP Magazine, and has been featured on Fox News, ABC News, and in depth on Fox Network. We would love some background on your education. What […]
For Immediate Release Gainesville, FL Every single day customers report they never receive an online order. According to the 2017 Shorr Report, over 30% of online customers have reported their online purchase missing/stolen from their front porch. With an estimated 25.9 million American having experienced package theft, a special team of behavioral research scientists from […]
With the holiday season around the corner, retailers are preparing for the influx of traffic at their stores. Shoppers want to snag deals on the newest TVs, cutting-edge phones, and latest laptops. However, the perfect gifts for your friends and family are also prime targets for thieves. Thieves take advantage of busy storefronts, large crowds, […]
NASHVILLE, September 13, 2018 – The Restaurant Loss Prevention & Security Association (RLPSA) is proud to announce its new partnership with the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), designed to bring even more value to RLPSA’s members. The RLPSA is also announcing its latest schedule of upcoming events including membership discussions and webinars, as well as the […]
Gainesville, Florida – October, 2018 Retail crime is typically high year-round, but tends to spike during the busy holiday shopping period leading to billions in losses and occasional violence. Over 65 national retail chains and 75 security technology companies are working together with the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC) and the University of Florida to […]
In this episode, Dr. Read Hayes and Tom Meehan discuss the importance of applying a scientific approach to retail AP and how it helped LPRC BOA Chair Brian Bazer overcome past issues in the retail environment.
Gainesville, FL The Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), a research and results community that conducts research to develop evidence-based crime and loss control solutions, will host STRATEGY@ on October 2, 2018, an invitation-only meeting for LP/AP vice presidents from many of the largest retail chains, including Walmart, Best Buy, Bloomingdale’s, TJX Companies, Lowe’s, Walgreens, Kroger, […]