Sales associates and customers may take them for granted, but cash wraps facilitate many retail transactions–especially when they’re well designed and suited to their purpose. Achieving this level of smooth serviceability doesn’t just happen. It takes planning, preparation, and understanding of various design details and options and how they can be employed by custom fixture […]
Orchestrating a large-scale retail rollout involves more than simply placing an order for new fixtures and displays. Accurate scheduling and on-time production are key when coordinating deployment of new fixtures to perhaps thousands of locations within a tight timeframe. Because you have to be confident displays and fixtures will perform as expected and be ready […]
When selecting retail fixtures, you may not give much thought to the processes used to apply color and finish, but they do make a difference in the long-term appearance of your investment, and your brand image. In this post, Larry Johnson, Engineering Manager at L.A. Darling, will review the powder coating process and share insights […]
Cash wraps and customer service counters are customer touchpoints that contribute to both first and final impressions. Whether upgrading, replacing, or installing new units, the surface materials you select affect performance and help you ensure a favorable experience for your customers. In this post, L.A. Darling’s Engineering Manager, Larry Johnson, shares insights about trends in […]
Secure display cases are an effective theft deterrent as part of a multi-pronged approach to protecting products and people. You need to make a wise selection as well as understand how to adjust your operations to ensure a smooth shopping experience for your customers. Dana Probst, Director of Front-End Innovation at Marmon Retail Solutions, shared […]
In the past, shoplifting and other crimes against retailers may have been thought of as “victimless” crimes, but events in recent years have shown that the human costs of these crimes are high. Retailers are in the trenches, daily confronting threats to their teams and their livelihood. In this blog we’ll talk about the effects […]
It’s the classic love-hate relationship all over again. Retailers love security cases to help ensure access to merchandise is controlled, whether for theft prevention or compliance with regulatory requirements, but hate the hassle of installing them. Shortages of available workers, scheduling staff to handle complex and unfamiliar assembly tasks, and inconvenience to store operation are […]
When you need a custom retail fixture or display, you need it fast. Rapid prototyping is the key element that accelerates every step of the process to help you achieve the speed you need. How does rapid prototyping work, and what advantages does it offer? In this post, experts from L.A. Darling share their insights […]
For retailers, loss prevention and asset protection are key components of any overall risk management program. Criminal activity is just one cause for loss, but in light of increasing violence associated with organized retail crime, addressing theft is a top priority for retailers. D&D Daily notes that in 2022, there were 694 violent fatalities in […]
The right structural components and custom security case features combine to effectively deter retail theft while maintaining customer engagement. Understanding the materials, structures, and options helps businesses make wise selections to provide protection that helps reduce retail shrink.