Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS)

Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS)

Electronic article surveillance (EAS) is a technology that is used to prevent shoplifting from retail stores. EAS consists of sensors that are placed on merchandise and an electronic alarm that is triggered when the merchandise is taken from the store. EAS helps retailers to deter shoplifting and recover stolen merchandise.

The use of EAS has increased in recent years as retailers have become more aware of the benefits of the technology. Retailers that use EAS report a decrease in shoplifting rates and an increase in the recovery rate of stolen merchandise.

There are several types of EAS systems, including radio frequency (RF), magnetic resonance (MR), and acoustic wave. The type of system that is used depends on the type of merchandise that is being protected.

Retailers that are considering using EAS should weigh the benefits against the costs.