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Description: Imagine loading up a cart full of merchandise at a store, and just walking out the door in broad daylight as store employees watch you do it.

Source: CNBC.com – video report

Date: Nov 22, 2019

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/11/22/inside-home-depots-efforts-to-stop-a-growing-theft-problem.html

Questions for discussion:

  • What are the theft-related problems facing retailers like Home Depot?
  • How does this problem affect the brand and shopping environment?
  • How are retailers dealing with the problem, according to the report?
  • What else would you advise?