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LVT Launches ACCESS Taskforce to Enhance Safety in Detroit
Slice of Retail Team
December 01, 2024
Key Highlights:
LVT activates the ACCESS Taskforce to reduce crime in Detroit through collaboration among retailers, law enforcement, and community leaders.
Retailers including 7-Eleven, Dollar Tree, and Ulta Beauty join forces to enhance safety in hotspots like retail shopping centers.
Crime deterrence measures, such as automated loudspeakers and spotlights, integrated with advanced monitoring solutions, provide predictive insights and aid in prosecution.
Detroit initiative builds on proven success, with prior pilots showing a 40% reduction in theft and 54% fewer burglaries in other cities.
Findings from the Detroit initiative will be published in Q3 2025.
Source: Globe Newswire
Notable Quotes:
“Organizations across industries and locations are facing a disturbing increase in crime and violent acts against customers, employees, and the general public. No company or organization can solve this problem alone. The ACCESS Taskforce has proven to drive measurable safety improvements in our first test cities, and we are confident that our efforts in Detroit will improve safety and security.”
“Our research shows that visible, reliable security measures are crucial for enhancing safety and peace of mind for shoppers, employees, and the community. With the deployment of the ACCESS Taskforce in Detroit, we are hoping to understand how the units affect crime, disorder, and feelings of safety among employees, customers, and community members.”
Our Take:
LVT’s ACCESS Taskforce represents an innovative, collaborative approach to tackling urban crime and safety concerns. By leveraging advanced mobile security technologies and fostering partnerships between retailers, law enforcement, and community leaders, this initiative addresses a critical issue head-on. The success metrics from earlier pilots provide a strong foundation, and the anticipated data from Detroit’s deployment could pave the way for broader adoption in metropolitan areas nationwide. This proactive strategy underscores the importance of technology-driven solutions in modern security frameworks.