Loss Prevention Managers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (7%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 20 (74%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 5 (19%)

• Maintain documentation of all loss prevention activity.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Maintain databases such as bad check logs, reports on multiple offenders, and alarm activation lists.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task
• Coordinate or conduct internal investigations of problems such as employee theft and violations of corporate loss prevention policies.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Administer systems and programs to reduce loss, maintain inventory control, or increase safety.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Review loss prevention exception reports and cash discrepancies to ensure adherence to guidelines.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Provide recommendations and solutions in crisis situations such as workplace violence, protests, and demonstrations.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Identify potential for loss and develop strategies to eliminate it.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Advise retail managers on compliance with applicable codes, laws, regulations, or standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Perform or direct inventory investigations in response to shrink results outside of acceptable ranges.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Assess security needs across locations to ensure proper deployment of loss prevention resources, such as staff and technology.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Monitor compliance to operational, safety, or inventory control procedures, including physical security standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Verify correct use and maintenance of physical security systems, such as closed-circuit television, merchandise tags, and burglar alarms.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Analyze retail data to identify current or emerging trends in theft or fraud.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Direct loss prevention audit programs including target store audits, maintenance audits, safety audits, or electronic article surveillance (EAS) audits.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Collaborate with law enforcement to investigate and solve external theft or fraud cases.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Coordinate theft and fraud investigations involving career criminals or organized group activities.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Supervise surveillance, detection, or criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Perform cash audits and deposit investigations to fully account for store cash.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Recommend improvements in loss prevention programs, staffing, scheduling, or training.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Direct installation of covert surveillance equipment, such as security cameras.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Monitor and review paperwork procedures and systems to prevent error-related shortages.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Advise retail establishments on development of loss-investigation procedures.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Train loss prevention staff, retail managers, or store employees on loss control and prevention measures.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Investigate or interview individuals suspected of shoplifting or internal theft.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Hire or supervise loss prevention staff.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Develop and maintain partnerships with federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies or members of the retail loss prevention community.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Visit stores to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.Little or no AI speed-up · core task