Shrinkage continues to be one of the main challenges for the retail sector in Spain. In 2024, companies in the sector recorded losses amounting to €2.817 billion, equivalent to 1.1% of total turnover. Of this amount, 50% stems from external theft committed by occasional customers, although there is also a significant percentage of repeat offenders and organised groups.
According to the AECOC barometer, the most stolen products vary by category:
- Food and beverages: olive oil, tinned foods, cold meats and wines.
- Fashion: underwear, footwear and accessories.
- Electronics: headphones, smartphones and laptops.
Most thefts take place on the sales floor, although self-checkout areas are also high‑risk points where additional control measures should be implemented.
Given this situation, technological solutions have become essential strategic tools. CartControl and Purchek enable accurate monitoring and early identification of potential incidents.
These systems automatically record movements and provide advanced data analysis, helping retailers anticipate theft, redistribute store resources and protect high‑risk products. Their combination of monitoring, immediate alerts and integrated management makes these tools key allies in preventing shrinkage.
Their implementation forms part of a broader ecosystem of retail security systems developed by Carttec. In this way, you will not only be protecting your goods, but also optimising daily operations and enhancing the shopping experience, reducing interruptions and conflicts on the sales floor.
CartControl and Purchek clearly demonstrate that prevention is not a matter of luck, but of data and technology. With these systems, security managers can make decisions based on real information, resulting in significantly improved operational efficiency and reduced associated risks.
Would you like to find out how to integrate these solutions to protect your business and reduce shrinkage? Contact us.