National Retail Chain case study - SCT+ solar security deployment

NATIONAL RETAIL CHAIN REDUCES SHRINK 45% ACROSS 12 LOCATIONS

How a major retailer eliminated organized retail crime and after-hours break-ins while cutting security costs by $95K annually.

Retail|National Retail Chain
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Key Results

See the measurable impact SCT+ delivered for National Retail Chain.

45%
Shrink Reduction

In 90 days

$95K
Annual Savings

Security costs

Zero
Break-ins

After deployment

14 days
Full Deployment

12 locations

Retail security challenge - traditional methods failing
The Challenge

Organized Retail Crime Was Outpacing Traditional Security

This national retailer with 12 high-shrink locations was spending over $180,000 annually on security guards with inconsistent results. Organized retail crime rings had identified their stores as easy targets, and after-hours break-ins continued despite visible patrols. The security director needed a solution that could provide 24/7 coverage without the unpredictability and cost of human guards at every location. Traditional wired CCTV required expensive infrastructure that was impractical for their leased retail spaces.

SCT+ solar security solution deployed at retail location
The Solution

Solar-Powered AI Security with Live Monitoring

SCT+ deployed solar-powered AI cameras at all 12 sites within two weeks. The Watch-Warn-Respond system provides continuous AI-powered surveillance that detects threats in real-time, issues immediate audio warnings through integrated speakers, and coordinates with law enforcement when needed. No electrical infrastructure or permits were required. 24/7 human-verified monitoring replaced overnight guard shifts while maintaining daytime security staff for customer service.

Implementation Timeline

From deployment to proven results, see the journey to success.

Week 1

Site Assessment

Security team evaluated all 12 locations, identifying optimal camera positions and coverage requirements.

Week 2

Deployment

Solar camera units installed at all locations in under 14 days. No electrical work or permits required.

Week 3-4

Calibration

AI systems calibrated for each site. Custom alert zones established for loading docks, entrances, and parking areas.

Month 2

First Results

Three attempted after-hours intrusions deterred through live voice-down. ORC incidents began declining.

Month 3

Full Impact

45% shrink reduction confirmed. Security guard schedule optimized, saving $95K annually.

Results - protected retail location with SCT+ cameras
The Results

Measurable Security Improvement in 90 Days

Within 90 days of deployment, shrinkage dropped 45% across all 12 locations. Organized retail crime rings moved on to easier targets after encountering voice-down interventions from our monitoring team. After-hours break-in attempts stopped completely once intruders realized they would be challenged immediately. The retailer saved $95K annually by replacing overnight guard shifts with 24/7 remote monitoring while improving overall security effectiveness.

Implementation Overview

A complete summary of the security transformation.

Retail implementation overview
Retail Security

Challenge

A national retailer was losing $180K+ annually to organized retail crime and after-hours break-ins despite employing security guards at all high-shrink locations.

Solution

SCT+ deployed solar-powered AI cameras with 24/7 live monitoring across 12 locations in 14 days, replacing overnight guard shifts with remote surveillance.

Result

45% shrink reduction, zero break-ins post-deployment, and $95K annual savings in security costs.

SCT+ transformed our security overnight. We went from being an easy target to having intruders warned and law enforcement dispatched before they could even approach our doors. The ROI was immediate, and our store managers finally feel safe closing up at night.
Michael Torres
Director of Loss Prevention, National Retail Chain

Key Benefits Achieved

The specific outcomes that made this implementation a success.

Zero Break-ins

Complete elimination of after-hours intrusions through proactive detection and immediate response.

100%

Cost Reduction

Replaced overnight security guards with 24/7 remote monitoring at a fraction of the cost.

$95K/yr

Rapid Deployment

All 12 locations secured in just two weeks with no infrastructure requirements.

14 days

Shrink Reduction

Organized retail crime and theft declined dramatically across all locations.

45%

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