Retailers hit hard by return policy exploitation scams
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Retailers are reeling as crafty shoppers exploit liberal return policies to scam billions from companies. From wardrobing to “bricking” tactics, these loopholes are forcing businesses to tighten controls while consumers continue to perfect the art of the return.
Return fraud, including tactics like wardrobing and bricking, challenges retailers. Companies invest in data analytics to detect fraud while maintaining customer trust.
Shoppers are increasingly exploiting return policies with various scams to defraud companies, and it is costing retailers billions.
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