Retail Security Services and Innovations That Actually Work

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Today’s retail businesses face a wider range of threats than ever, from traditional burglary to increasingly sophisticated organized retail crime. 

In this high-risk retail environment, protecting stores against the full scope of the threats they face requires more than traditional retail security services and solutions — it takes true innovation.

QMi Security Innovations has developed a suite of modern solutions designed to safeguard retail businesses against these threats while maintaining a store’s visual appeal and accessibility.

What Threats Do Retail Security Services and Innovations Need To Address?

The retail industry has long been a favorite target for criminals due to the prevalence of high-value goods that are in demand and easy to sell on black markets. 

However, in recent years we’ve seen an alarming increase in organized retail crime, especially incidents like large-scale smash-and-grabs and crash-and-grabs. 

Cities across the U.S. are experiencing waves of these types of retail crimes, in addition to traditional after-hours burglary, civil unrest that can result in rioting and looting, and vandalism.

Here are some of the most common threats faced by retailers today:

• Burglary: Retail stores, especially those in standalone locations or without adequate security measures, are frequent targets for after-hours break-ins.
• Smash-and-Grab Thefts: Criminals break through storefront windows, doors, and display cases to quickly steal high-value merchandise.
• Crash-and-Grabs: Similar to smash-and-grabs, except the thieves use vehicles to ram through a retailer’s doors and windows.
• Organized Retail Crime: Coordinated groups of thieves targeting stores for large-scale theft operations.
• Rioting and Looting: Social unrest can lead to widespread property damage and theft in affected areas.
• Vandalism: From graffiti to broken windows, vandalism can damage a retailer’s reputation and interrupt business operations.

To combat these challenges, retailers need security solutions that combine strength, innovation, and adaptability.

QMi’s Comprehensive Retail Security Services and Solutions

Our retail security services are based around the development, manufacturing, delivery, and installation of high-quality, physical security solutions designed to address specific vulnerabilities while complementing a store’s overall aesthetic.

1. Roll-Down Security Shutters

• Function: Provide robust physical barriers to protect storefronts and entry points.
• Key Features: Customizable designs, durable materials, and easy operation.
• Applications: Ideal for after-hours protection against burglary and smash-and-grab thefts.
• Benefits: These shutters act as both a physical and psychological deterrent, signaling to criminals that the store is well-protected.

2. Transparent Polycarbonate Shutters

• Function: Shield merchandise and store interiors from damage and theft while seamlessly blending security with clarity, maintaining visibility and natural light transmission.
• Key Features: Transparent and adaptable to various layouts, from storefront entryways to kiosks and counters.
• Applications: Best for retailers seeking elegant, unobtrusive security for high-visibility areas.
• Benefits: These clear barriers allow retailers to protect their assets while maintaining an inviting look for customers.

3. Custom High-Security Exit Doors

• Function: Fortify exit doors to protect against forced entry and other threats.
• Key Features: Resistant to cutting, drilling, prying, ramming, and other impacts and forced entry methods.
• Applications: Retail stores with vulnerable back doors or dimly lit exits prone to criminal activity.
• Benefits: These doors combine durability with turnkey customization.

4. Stainless Steel Mesh Screens

• Function: Prevent unauthorized entry while maintaining ventilation and visibility.
• Key Features: High resistance to cutting tools and physical impacts.
• Applications: Perfect for securing doors, windows, and air vents in retail locations.
• Benefits: These screens are especially useful for stores in hot climates or urban areas where a combination of ventilation, security, and aesthetics is important.

5. Riot Glass Retrofit Security Glazing

• Function: Reinforce glass windows and doors with virtually unbreakable glazing material (forced entry-resistant and bullet-resistant options available).
• Key Features: Transparent, impact-resistant, and retrofittable.
• Applications: Suitable for storefront displays, doors, and windows, particularly in high-risk areas.
• Benefits: Riot Glass panels provide always-there protection without sacrificing visibility, making them ideal for maintaining a welcoming retail environment.

6. Security Cases

Tailored Solutions for Different Retail Environments

QMi’s retail security services and solutions are incredibly versatile and can be adapted to suit the needs of all different types of retail stores.

Here are a few examples of how our products can be applied in different types of stores:

• Luxury Boutiques: Riot Glass panels can secure storefront displays and glass entryway doors 24/7, providing transparent protection that maintains the store’s upscale image.
• Convenience Stores: Roll-down shutters can safeguard businesses in high-risk areas overnight, while high-security doors protect back exits from forced entry and burglary.
• Jewelry Stores: Security cases can shield high-value merchandise from smash-and-grab theft.
• Mall-Based Retailers: Polycarbonate shutters can be locked into place over large, open entryways or kiosk counters after business hours, allowing passersby to see merchandise while securing the store.
• Big-Box Retailers: Multiple solutions, including roll-down shutters, Riot Glass, high-security doors, and security screens, can be combined to protect large retailers from organized retail crime.

Why Retailers Trust QMi for Retail Security Services and Innovations

Retailers across industries choose QMi Security Innovations for our proven performance, innovative designs, and customer-focused approach. 

We partner with retailers and commercial security solution dealers and installers to deliver proactive, collaborative solutions that perfectly complement any store’s design while protecting against all potential threats.

Whether you’re interested in storefront security, merchandise floor security, inventory room security, or anything else, we have a network of dealers ready to provide the specific retail security services and solutions you’re looking for.

Ready to get rolling with QMi’s retail security solutions? Contact us today to discuss your goals!