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Employee Theft is on the Rise-Protect Your Business Now!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Mon, 03 May 2010 13:49:30 +0000

The Department of Justice reports that nearly one third of all employees commit some degree of employee theft and that number is on the rise in the United States. According to the US Chamber of Commerce employee theft can cost businesses up to $40 billion dollars each year and is considered a main cause for the failure of new businesses.

With statistics like that employee theft is something all business owners need to be concerned with and start a line of defense to prevent it. You may want to implement security measures that include surveillance cameras, door alarms and locks but what do you do about company property like office equipment or laptops? How can you deter theft of those items? Implement a Property ID labeling system.

Property ID labels or Asset ID labels help businesses track inventory, identify assets and recover equipment. Label anything you want to keep track of with your company name, number sequence or barcode. For businesses property id labels are the smart economical choice for securing valuable company property.

Employee theft is a serious criminal offense and may be punishable by prison time, heavy fines or restitution. Make sure that employees know that the company is taking steps to protect their assets. Employees who think they might get caught stealing will be less likely to attempt it.

Rely on Emedco for all your property id labels, safeguard your valuables today and protect your business from employee theft.

Who Owns It? Property ID Labels and You!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:04:33 +0000

Where I work we are required to take our laptops home everyday. When I finish work everyday and close my laptop I see a Property ID Label and I am reminded that ‘my’ laptop really belongs to my employer.

Company property should be property labeled with asset id labels for 3 reasons:

Theft Prevention
Inventory Control
Track physical assets

Employees will avoid taking anything that has a tracking label on it because that means that it was signed out to that employee for company use. According to your company policy, if that laptop or cell phone goes missing the company will hold the employee that it was signed out to responsible. Additionally, outside thieves will also avoid taking any property that is labeled because they know it will not be accepted at pawn shops or even on the streets – it’s ‘hot’ or ‘stolen’ and is rendered useless.

Inventory that is labeled with asset id labels can be easily tracked with data management software. Making it ideal for asset management, re-ordering of stock and knowing how much stock you have on hand. Having an accurate count of inventory benefits companies in many ways including the ability to ship orders without delays and easily knowing company worth at any given time.

Label all your property including computers, laptops, printers, copiers, tools, furniture, fax machines, telephones, machinery and cabinets to easily keep track of all your physical assets. Knowing your physical assets will aid your insurance company in the event of a fire or natural disaster, when you will need to assess your losses.

Property id labels come in many sizes and styles to choose from so it’s easy to find exactly the label to fit your needs.

For extra security use custom property id labels and add your own wording, company information or logo.

Rely on emedco.com for a wide selection property id labels to identify, track and safeguard your valuables.

Destructible Labels – Frustrate Thieves!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:21:08 +0000

It is known that thieves will avoid taking anything that has a tracking label on it because that property will not be accepted at pawn shops or even on the streets – it’s ‘hot’ or ‘stolen’ and is rendered useless. When a thief wants a valuable that has a property id label on it they may try a quick attempt at removing it by trying to peel it off. Destructible labels do not peel off – instead they ‘chip’ off into tiny pieces – one tiny piece at a time.

These labels take forever to remove – these labels frustrate thieves – and they just give up and will look for something else to steal.

Destructible labels add extra protection by being custom. You can add your own wording, company information or logo for the highest security. Not only do Destructible labels provide excellent security against tampering by ‘chipping away’ but they also leave an aggressive adhesive behind.

These labels are considered ‘high security’ because this destructible feature – labels cannot be removed without signs of tampering and are made of super durable vinyl that resists solvents and weathering.

Property id labels can be applied to office equipment, computers, inventory, laptops, furniture and more.

So if you want to frustrate thieves while protecting your valuable assets choose destructible labels.

Rely on property id labels from Emedco to identify, track and safeguard your valuables.

Oh No! Was That Opened? Labels That Can Tell You:Instantly!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 20:19:26 +0000

Ever wonder if there was a way to detect if your property or package has been entered? Well wonder no more! Tamper evident seals & labels are the answer.

Tamper evident tape & labels are ideal security tags that have a security feature that detects tampering by either revealing the word ‘OPENED’, a ‘red flag’ or the word ‘VOID’.

Indicate & deter tampering
Prevent false information
Authenticate shipments & inventory

Tamper-evident tape is great for large openings, shipping containers or boxes that you want covered and affixes along the entire opening. Once affixed, the adhesive back PVC tape cannot be removed without evidence of intrusion. Tape applies easily with your standard tape dispenser (no need to moisten). When removed the word ‘OPENED’ appears on both tape and tape surface and cannot be reapplied. Tamper-evident tape adds security to any shipment.

Entry indicator labels immediately notify of unauthorized access. Used to detect tampering or identify cabinets that need inventory adjustments. Place label over the edge of a drawer, container or cabinet. If someone enters, the label tears at the perforation and reveals a ‘red flag’.

Void labels detect tampering by indicating the word ‘VOID’ if the label is altered or removed. Void labels provide added security for boxes, folders, file cabinets, lockers and more!

Adhesive security seals secure and track with one convenient label. Residue seals leave behind a sticky residue that reads “VOID/OPEN’ to indicate tampering. Ideal for container bins, drum lids, cargo shipping, equipment/inventory control and tagging. Aggressive adhesive sticks to most surfaces for a tight grip.

Never wonder again if there has been an unauthorized breach of your property. Rely on Emedco for tamper evident tape & labels that will at-a-glance tell if your security has been compromised.

Property ID Labels Stop Thieves!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:07:54 +0000

Professional thieves are interested in the re-sale value of property ONLY and anything that is labeled with a property id label is considered “branded”. Thieves will avoid taking anything that has a tracking label on it because it will not be accepted at pawn shops or even on the streets – it’s ‘hot’ or ‘stolen’ and is rendered useless.

High tech property id labels in the industry today are monitored and have police traceability which deters anyone from being caught with the property for fear of criminal charges. Thieves don’t know the difference they see a tracking id label and they’ll think twice about taking that item – the consequence of either not being able to re-sell it or getting caught by the police with it just isn’t worth it.

Some states have a registration program for assets. Oregon has a registration program that states that if an item is stolen, the serial number is known and the item is marked with a property id label with your drivers license, the item can be entered in state/national Law Enforcement computer system and can be identified anywhere in the US. Not only is that ideal for the owner to be able to retrieve a lost or stolen item but it also is a big red flag for the thief telling them ‘do not take’ this item is marked!

For businesses property id labels are the smart economical choice. This little label packs a whole lot of security! Not only do they deter theft and help retrieve lost property but they also are used to control inventory and track tools, files or anything that might be shared among employees.

Property id labels come in many sizes and styles to choose from so it’s easy to find exactly the label you need. For extra protection use custom property id labels and add your own wording, company information or logo.

Property id labels can be applied to office equipment, computers, inventory, laptops, furniture, bikes and more. Rely on property id labels to identify, track and safeguard your valuables.

Choosing The Right Property ID Label Material

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:53:14 +0000

OK so you’re ready to start labeling your assets & inventory with asset id labels – but which label material is right for you? Label material is the single most important thing you need to decide when choosing property id labels. Things to consider are: what environment will these labels be in? will they be potentially subjected to chemicals or UV rays? are you planning on using them indoors or outdoors? and finally, what are your security needs – will these labels be subjected to high abrasive environments?

Below are descriptions of the 3 most popular property id materials.

Materials:

Standard Polyester
• 3 mil Multi-layered metalized polyester for indoor/outdoor use.
• Environment: Moderate
• Tamper-resistant subsurface printing of custom information cannot be rubbed or scratched off;
stands up to most abrasive environments.
• Universal permanent adhesive is specially formulated to adhere to a wide variety of surfaces.
• Service temperature: -40°F to 302°F.
• Average outdoor durability: 2 years.
• Supplied on convenient strips of 10 labels.

Aluminum
• 2.5 mil Multi-layered aluminum for indoor/outdoor use
• Environment: Moderate
• Tamper-resistant subsurface printing of custom information cannot be rubbed or scratched off;
stands up to most abrasive environments.
• Universal permanent adhesive is specially formulated to adhere to a wide variety of surfaces.
• Service temperature: -20°F to 250°F.
• Average outdoor durability: 2 years.
• Supplied on convenient strips of 10 labels.

Tamper-Evident
• Ideal for situations when security is a concern.
• Environment : Mild to Moderate
• Tamper-evident label chips apart when the attempted to be removed.
• Cannot be reapplied or reused.
• 2 mil white acrylic vinyl for indoor/outdoor use.
• Tamper-resistant subsurface printing of custom information cannot be rubbed or scratched off;
stands up to most abrasive environments.
• Universal permanent adhesive is specially formulated to adhere to a wide variety of surfaces.
• Service temperature: -40°F to 212°F.
• Average outdoor durability: 5 years.
• Supplied on convenient strips of 10 labels.

Keep in mind that property id labels come in many sizes and styles. For extra protection make your property id labels custom with your own wording and/or business logo.

Adhere your property id labels to office equipment, computers, inventory and more. Now you’re ready to identify, track and safeguard your valuables.

What is a bar code?

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 22:38:28 +0000

According to dictionary.com the term bar-code is:

–noun a series of lines of varying width, printed, as on a container or product, that can be read by an optical scanner to determine charges for purchases, destinations for letters, etc. The key to this code is the variation in line thickness and separation.

Bar codes are ideal for property identification tags & labels because the tags can easily be scanned using a bar-code scanner from there the information can be loaded and maintained by data management software program.

Bar codes allow you to easily:

Control Inventory
Check In/Check Out tools, files or anything that is shared among employees.
Track physical assets such as computers, equipment, furniture, etc.

The two most popular symbology codes are Code 39 and Code 128.

Code 39, sometimes referred to as 3 of 9, is the most popular symbology used. This encodes 44 different alphabetic, numeric and graphic characters.

The second most popular symbology is Code 128, which is a high density, alphanumeric barcode symbology commonly used in retail and shipping

Consider barcodes for your next labeling project; barcodes give you error-free, machine-readable, unduplicated identification for your company property.

Design your own custom Property ID labels – in a snap!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:25:08 +0000

Custom labels with your company name, numbering or bar-coding and custom wording ensure that your property and valuables are identified as yours. Custom labels are an extra deterrent to criminals and make inventory of your assets even more comprehensive.

When you design your own labels you see the actual label you are creating as you go through the steps. Easily make revisions on-the-spot. Know exactly what they are going to look like even before you place your order. They also offer installation instructions, design help, information on specs & materials and FAQ – making it a very user friendly application. You can even email your creation to a friend or colleague.

Easy directions are as follows: First select your label style; standard, standard with footer copy or text only label. Next select your label size; 2 sizes to choose from. Choose your label color from 7 different color choices. Then select your numbering sequence or bar-coding. Label material choices include Tuffgard polyester, Destructible vinyl or SecureGard Aluminum. Choose a label header from 15 choices, such as “Property of”, choose your own wording or leave it blank. Finally add your company name and address or information. And viola you’re done!

You can design custom property id labels as easy as 1…2…3! Start creating your own custom property id labels today – check it out at emedco.com

Stop Employee Theft before it Happens!

Emedco's Safety Information Department — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:17:40 +0000

Employee theft can be considered an ugly topic, one most business owners do not want to even think about until they have to.

How could any loyal, trustworthy employee steal from the company? Well unfortunately they will if given the opportunity. Especially during these trying economic times, people may become reckless and despondent.

Don’t give employees the opportunity to steal from you! Protect your valuable assets & property by following these simple guidelines.

IDENTIFY PROPERTY

Label all equipment with your company name, number or barcode using Property ID labels & tags. Label all your property including computers, laptops, printers, copiers, tools, furniture, fax machines, telephones, machinery and cabinets.

INSTALL MONITORING DEVICES

Install surveillance cameras at entrances and in hallways. Implement an employee badge system required for entering the facility and or special areas of the building. Put up proper signage to alert employees and visitors of security measures that are in place.

INFORM EMPLOYEES

Make sure that employees know that the company is taking steps to protect their assets. Have managers talk to their teams and have them field any questions or concerns employees might have. Employees who think they might get caught stealing will be less likely to attempt it.

According to the U.S. Chamber of commerce internal employee theft occurs 15 times as often as external theft costing businesses between $20-$40 billion annually.

Don’t wait for theft to happen to you. Put a complete security system into action today to protect your assets & valuables!

written by SecurityGirl