Retail theft and organized retail crime (ORC) reached historic levels in recent years, and the trend continues in 2025.
Current Retail Crime Data
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U.S. retailers lost $112.1 billion to shrink in a single year (NRF).
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36% of shrink comes from external theft/shoplifting.
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29% comes from employee or internal theft.
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Retailers are spending $1–$3 million annually on additional security.
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45% of major retailers have reported store closures due to crime.
The Hidden Costs of Retail Theft
Beyond lost inventory, retailers suffer:
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Higher insurance premiums
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Reduced operating hours
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Lower employee morale
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Lost customer trust
Where WiFIEYE Fits In
WiFIEYE’s live monitored towers protect loading docks, parking lots, back alleys, and storefront perimeters — stopping theft before it escalates.