Preventing theft and shrink

Shrink can be reduced with visibility, alerts, and operational controls.

• Review transaction logs for anomalies.
• Check door-open events outside service windows.
• Compare inventory variance by location.

• Enable door-open alerts in the portal.
• Adjust shelving to improve product visibility.
• Increase service cadence in high-risk locations.

• Keep cameras clean for accurate detection.
• Place the unit in visible, monitored areas.
• Use signage to deter misuse.

• Repeated unexplained losses after controls.
• Door sensor alerts with no access logged.

Security best practices at /haha-coolers.

• Confirm all steps are documented so the next technician can reproduce the results.
• Capture before/after metrics (errors cleared, sales restored, or uptime improved).
• Review machine, reader, or route settings to ensure they match location standards.

• Skipping a controlled test leads to false positives.
• Updating hardware without documenting configuration changes.
• Forgetting to verify payout, refund, or reconciliation data after changes.

• Run a final test with known-good inputs.
• Log the outcome with date, time, and device identifiers.
• Schedule a follow-up check if the location has high traffic or seasonal demand.

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• Document changes with time, machine ID, and location name.
• Verify settings, pricing, and service modes after each fix.
• Capture before/after results to confirm resolution.

• Test with known-good inputs and controlled conditions.
• Validate telemetry, alerts, and payment logs where applicable.
• Confirm location expectations and update the site contact.

• Configuration drift after firmware or component swaps.
• Inconsistent power or network conditions at the location.
• Gaps in preventive maintenance routines.

• Monitor for 7 days and note any repeat errors.
• Schedule follow-up if the site is high-traffic.
• Escalate with full logs and photos if issues repeat.

• Validate camera calibration and lighting conditions.
• Confirm planogram and SKU mapping are accurate.

• Verify load accuracy to reduce mischarges.