The problem of shoplifting in self-service stores. A grocer is seen trying various solutions. Points out that many legal technicalities are involved in direct accusation; that some means of dissuading shoplifters will also irritate good ccustomers; but continuous courtesy and helpfulness will drive away the bad customers while retaining the good.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
008395
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Business ethics
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Business etiquette
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Customer service
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Small business
Crime, Espionage, Justice, Police & Prisons → Shoplifting
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Courtesy
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Courtesy
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)