Organized theft groups go for products that are valuable, small and easy to resell. Smartphones, tablets and smartwatches on display tick every box. GRiPZO makes those devices a lot harder to take. Our mechanical mounts lock demo devices on your display, and your staff release them in seconds with a key.
How organized theft groups work
Organized retail crime is not a customer who takes something on impulse. It is a group that steals to resell. They often work in teams. One person distracts your staff while another grabs devices from the display. The whole action takes seconds.
Their approach depends on speed, little resistance and a low chance of getting caught. Anything that slows them down makes your store less interesting to them.
Why cables and alarms are often not enough
Many stores secure demo devices with a cable and an alarm. A cable can be cut with simple tools, and an alarm only goes off when the device is already on its way out. By the time someone reacts, the group is often gone.
On top of that, alarm systems need power and maintenance, and false alarms make staff less alert over time. For a group that counts on speed, a cable is a small obstacle.
How mechanical display security slows thieves down
A GRiPZO mount holds the device with adjustable steel grips and a mechanical lock. There is no cable to cut and no sensor to switch off. Getting a device out of the mount without the key takes time, force and attention. That is exactly what an organized group wants to avoid.
No solution can stop every theft attempt. But when stealing takes longer and draws more attention, the risk for the thief goes up and the chance that they move on to an easier target increases. Retailers such as Vodafone Ireland and Tesco Ireland use GRiPZO mounts in their stores. You can read more in our news section.
Security that does not get in the way of selling
Strong security is only useful if customers can still try the device. With a GRiPZO mount, customers can hold the phone, use the screen and test the camera while the device stays locked. When a customer is ready to buy or wants to look closer, your staff release the device with the key and lock it again in seconds.
Because the grips are adjustable, the same mount fits most modern phones. Take a look at our mounts for smartphones, tablets and smartwatches.
Other steps that help
Display security works best together with a few basic measures. Train your team to recognise distraction tactics. Place your most valuable devices where staff have a clear view. And agree on a clear routine for opening and closing, so devices are never left unsecured.
Want to secure demo phones without getting in the way of the customer experience? See our anti-theft phone holder.
Frequently asked questions
Will heavy security scare customers away?
No. A GRiPZO mount lets customers use the device freely while it stays locked. For a closer look, your staff release it with the key.
Are mechanical mounts better than alarms?
They work differently. An alarm signals a theft that is already happening. A mechanical mount makes the theft itself harder. Many retailers choose mechanical security because it needs no power, cables or maintenance.
Can a determined thief still break a mount?
No mount is unbreakable. GRiPZO mounts are built to make removal slow and difficult, which reduces the chance that a group chooses your store.
Want to know which mount fits your display? View our products or contact us.