The rising toll of organized retail crime
NRF The safety of our employees and our customers is paramount to the retail industry here in Washington State and across the […]
How America’s retailers plan to use technology to combat organized retail theft
CNBC In the realm of big-box retail, major players like Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and Walgreens are grappling with a surge in […]
Attorney General ORC crime unit looking for help
The Office of the Attorney General is reaching out with some exciting updates regarding its new Organized Retail Crime Unit. First, a […]
Register for the Organized Retail Crime western states conference
Join us from 9 am to noon on Wednesday, September 13th and Thursday, September 14th (Pacific Time) as the ORCAs of the Western […]
The top 10 most costly employee injuries
Tracking the top 10 causes of the most serious workplace injuries is worth the attention of employers. According to Liberty Mutual Insurance’s […]
Target boosts sales with Starbucks curbside pickup
Target, is set to enhance sales by introducing Starbucks drinks and food to its curbside pickup service nationwide. This strategic move […]
Washington State Crime Prevention Association to host 45th annual conference
The Washington State Crime Prevention Association (WSCPA) is gearing up for its 45th Annual Crime Prevention Conference, scheduled for September 19-20, […]
INFORM Consumers Act: A joint FTC-state initiative to combat ORC
The newly enacted INFORM Consumers Act presents a valuable opportunity for the FTC and state authorities to work together in protecting […]
CNBC misinterprets the current state of retail thefts
Retailers have been sounding the alarm for years about the escalating costs tied to habitual theft and organized retail crime […]
U.S. retail sales exceed forecasts while consumer spending shows signs of slowing
U.S. retail sales in July showcased the resilience of American consumers, surpassing expectations with a 0.7% increase. This rise in sales, […]
AG ORC Task Force convenes 4th meeting
Washington Retail is a member of the AG’s Organized Retail Crime (ORC) Task Force and took part in the August 15 […]
WA Cares Fund approaches first employer reporting period
The WA Cares Fund was adopted by the Legislature in 2019 and, after an 18-month delay, went into effect in July […]