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Guest Panelist: finance expert Jason Kraus, Founder and CEO of Prepare 4 VC.

Why is Walgreens locking up all that deodorant? In this episode of “We Fixed It, You’re Welcome,” the panel tackles the issue of retail theft at Walgreens and other major retailers. Joined by finance expert Jason Kraus, we explore the effectiveness of current security measures like locking up products and their impact on customer experience and sales.

The discussion covers various aspects of the problem, including organized retail crime, employee theft, and the balance between preventing theft and maintaining convenience. The panel proposes solutions ranging from investing in technology like smart carts and predictive analytics to enhancing the in-store experience with customer service ambassadors.

Ultimately, we emphasize the importance of remembering Walgreens’ core value of convenience while addressing security concerns, and propose a multi-faceted approach to “fix” the issue.