From High Cost to High Access: The AI Shift in Retail

For years, advanced theft prevention was something only giants like Walmart and Kroger could afford.
Smaller retailers were left behind — relying on basic cameras and hope.

But AI has flipped the script.

What’s Changed?

The barriers that once made AI inaccessible have been removed:

  • Before: Custom AI system = $500K+ upfront investment
    Now: Significantly cheaper, subscription-based pricing

  • Before: Required a full team of engineers to build and maintain
    Now: Plug-and-play systems managed remotely

  • Before: Needed enterprise-scale data centers
    Now: Any store with a reliable internet connection can access the same computing power

Real Tools for Real Retailers

Today, even a neighborhood convenience store can run the same loss prevention tools once reserved for Fortune 500 chains.

That’s not just innovation — that’s AI democratization.

It means:

  • Lower shrink for small businesses

  • Fairer competition across the board

  • Greater profit protection for everyone

A More Even Playing Field

It’s not just about big players getting bigger.

It’s about everyone having a fair shot at staying profitable, protected, and competitive.

AI is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity, and it’s finally within reach.

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