4 Ways Technology May Increase Retail Theft
Self-checkout, online shopping, curbside-pickup, same-day delivery—consumer shopping has evolved over the last 20 years thanks to innovations in omni-channel technology. But with innovation comes more opportunities for exploitation. As the technology consumers use to shop becomes more sophisticated, so do the tactics, techniques, and procedures used in retail theft.
According to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, many drivers treat driver-assist technology as fully self-driving. In the study, the IIHS questioned 600 drivers who often use manufacturer's driving assistance tools. A majority of them were more likely to perform non-driving-related activities like eating or texting while using these features.
If you are like many, you are more connected today than ever before, which is why cyber liability insurance is so important. From cell phones to digital personal assistants, our homes are wired to the max. Our phones are smart, our TVs are smart—even our appliances are often connected to Wi-Fi. While these connections bring many conveniences, they may also introduce additional cyber threats into your home.
Today’s smartphones put the power of computing in the palm of your hand. Unfortunately, smartphones are also at risk of the same types of cyber threats that impact other computers and networks. In fact, mobile devices now account for more than 60 percent of digital fraud. Here are some tips you can use to stay safe.
We talked to Thomas Zoehrer about the future of computer vision in manufacturing and how it will shape the industry for years to come. Thomas is the CEO and Co-Founder or sSy.ai - a company focusing on computer vision and advanced analytics to support continuous improvement in manufacturing and warehousing. He considers himself as a hybrid, holding an engineering degree as well as a master's degree in economics and loves to "connect" technology and business requirements.
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