50%+ of electronics store crimes happen after hours (8 PM-4 AM) when stores are unmanned. Average break-in: 8-12
24/7 professional monitoring with sensor-based intrusion detection:
₹780/month (₹660 + GST) = ₹9,300/year
₹780/month (₹660 + GST) = ₹9,300/year
UP Warehouse case: 2:47 AM intrusion detected → Police arrived 8 minutes later → ₹1+ crore merchandise secured, 3 s
Without monitoring: Same break-in discovered 6 hours later → Merchandise dispersed across grey markets → ₹0 recove
It’s 2:47 AM on a Tuesday. Your electronics store is dark, locked, and supposedly secure. Your CCTV cameras are recording. Your alarm panel is armed. You’re at home, asleep.
This is precisely when thieves strike.
In the early morning hours, a gang breaches a mobile store in Chandigarh’s Sector 22. They don’t smash the front windows. They systematically demolish the rear wall, disable the DVR, and load 90 mobile phones, two laptops, and three smartwatches into waiting vehicles. Total haul: over ₹10 lakh. By the time morning staff arrive at 10 AM, the criminals are long gone.
This isn’t an isolated incident. According to security industry data, more than 50% of electronics store crimes occur between 8 PM and 4 AM —when your store is closed, unmanned, and most vulnerable. In Jalandhar, thieves demolished walls to access a mobile shop, stealing ₹7 lakh worth of inventory. In Bangalore, mobile phone thefts surged 450% in 2022, with recovery rates remaining dismally low.
For electronics and IT retailers in India, the harsh reality is this: your store’s most dangerous hours are the ones when you’re not there.
In 2026, a basic alarm system that merely sounds when triggered is dangerously inadequate. When a break-in happens at 3 AM and nobody’s monitoring that alarm, you’re just providing background noise for a robbery in progress. Here’s why 24/7 professionally monitored security systems have become an essential investment—not a luxury—for electronics retailers who want to stay in business.
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Our security experts will evaluate your store’s after-hours vulnerabilities and design a sensor-based protection system customi
Electronics stores face their highest crime risk after hours — not during business hours.
The solution: 24/7 professional monitoring that detects intrusions, verifies threats, and coordinates immediate police response within minutes — stopping theft before losses occur.
While daytime shoplifting makes headlines, the data tells a different story for electronics stores:
Industry research on electronics retailers reveals a stark pattern:
The All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA) reports that shrinkage at mobile and electronics chains has exploded from ₹50,000-₹1,00,000 per month five years ago to ₹5,00,000-₹10,00,000 per month today. This isn’t happening during business hours—it’s happening when stores are closed and unprotected.
Your inventory profile makes you exceptionally vulnerable to professional burglars:
According to Bangalore police investigating mobile thefts, stolen high-end phones are quickly disassembled—a single iPhone 15 screen alone can fetch ₹50,000-₹60,000 in the grey market. Complete devices are sold intact or as parts across India within 24-48 hours, often disappearing into the refurbished phone market where they’re impossible to trace.
Unlike 24/7 convenience stores or restaurants, electronics retailers have consistent closure patterns—typically 10-12 hours every night, plus full days during festivals or holidays. This predictability allows criminals to surveil, plan, and execute with minimal detection risk.
Modern electronics store burglars don’t smash windows and run. Recent incidents across India reveal increasingly professional approaches:
The Chandigarh case is particularly telling—the arrested suspect had worked at the targeted mobile store for four years. Insider knowledge of security systems, inventory locations, high-value stock, and vulnerability windows is increasingly common.
The 8-Minute Difference: Professional monitoring stops theft before completion. Personal response discovers theft hours
Here’s the brutal mathematics of unmonitored after-hours security:
By the time you discover the break-in, file a police report, and begin investigating, your inventory is already circulating through grey markets across multiple states. Without immediate detection and response, recovery is virtually impossible.
| Time | Unmonitored System | 24/7 Monitored System |
|---|---|---|
| 2:47 AM | Burglars breach rear wall | Burglars breach rear wall |
| 2:47:15 | Local alarm sounds (neighbors ignore) | Alarm signal transmitted to monitoring center |
| 2:48:00 | Alarm continues (owner asleep, phone on silent) | Monitoring operator analyzes sensor data |
| 2:48:30 | Burglars locate DVR and disable it | Professional verification: genuine intrusion confirmed |
| 2:49:00 | Burglars begin loading smartphones into bags | Owner contacted: phone call + SMS + app notification |
| 2:49:30 | 10 iPhones loaded | Police dispatched with verified break-in status |
| 2:50:00 | 15 iPhones + 3 laptops loaded | Police en route (ETA: 6–8 minutes) |
| 2:52:00 | 25 phones + 5 laptops loaded in vehicle | Police arrival imminent |
| 2:55:00 | Burglars exit with ₹10+ lakh merchandise | Police arrive: suspects caught or flee, merchandise secured |
| 2:59:00 | Getaway complete, heading to distribution point | Break-in stopped. Loss: ₹0. Arrests: 3 suspects |
| 7:30 AM | Owner wakes up, sees missed alarm notifications | Owner receives incident report with complete details |
| 8:30 AM | Owner arrives at store, discovers break-in | Investigation complete, store reopens normally |
| 9:00 AM | Police called, report filed | Business continues without interruption |
| 10:00 AM | CCTV review (if DVR not stolen) shows masked individuals | Merchandise protected, criminals apprehended |
| Result | Total Loss: ₹10+ lakh. Recovery: 0%. | Total Loss: ₹0. Recovery: 100%. |
Bottom Line: For ₹25-30 per day, you eliminate 90% of break-in risk and gain complete peace of mind.
Why unmonitored security doesn’t work for after-hours break-ins:
The gap: Without 24/7 professional verification and police coordination, you’re not preventing crime — you’re just documenting your losses.
Most electronics stores have alarm systems. The burglar in Chandigarh didn’t care—the store had one too. Why? Because an alarm that nobody’s actively monitoring is just a noise complaint waiting to happen.
Here’s the critical vulnerability chain
Without someone actively monitoring 24/7 and immediately verifying threats, your alarm system is essentially a deterrent for amateurs—and useless against professional burglars who know you’re not watching.
Some store owners believe they can handle alarm responses personally
A study on retail crime timing found that average time from break-in to exit for electronics theft is under 10 minutes. You simply cannot respond fast enough on your own.
According to Bangalore police investigating electronics thefts, even with clear CCTV footage and identified suspects, recovery rate for stolen electronics is less than 15%. By the time you
review footage and file an FIR, your inventory has been disassembled and sold across multiple states.
CCTV cameras are valuable forensic tools, but they’re reactive, not preventive. They document your losses—they don’t prevent them
Some electronics retailers invest heavily in physical security:
Physical security slows criminals down—but without someone watching and responding in real-time, you’re just making them work slightly harder for the same result.
| Factor | Physical Security Guard | 24/7 Professional Monitoring |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | ₹15,000–25,000 | ₹780 (₹660 + GST) |
| Annual Cost | ₹1,80,000–3,00,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 5-Year Cost | ₹9,00,000–15,00,000 | ₹46,500 |
| Coverage | Single location (one person can’t monitor all entry points) | Complete multi-zone sensor coverage |
| Response Capability | Human limitations (fatigue, distraction, single person) | Coordinated professional team + police dispatch |
| Police Coordination | Guard calls police (limited credibility) | Direct monitoring center → police (verified emergency) |
| Overnight Reliability | Alert fatigue after hours of inactivity | Professional rotating shifts, always alert |
| If Guard Compromised | No backup security whatsoever | Sensors trigger regardless; response continues |
| Sick Days / Absence | No coverage (or expensive replacement) | 24/7/365 coverage guaranteed |
| Multi-Site Capability | Separate guard required per location | Single monitoring service covers multiple locations |
| Insurance Discount | Minimal (5–10%) | Standard (10–20%) |
| Evidence Quality | Guard’s testimony | Multi-sensor logs, timestamps, professional documentation |
| Scalability | Linear cost increase per location | Minimal incremental cost per additional location |
| Technology Integration | Limited (guard + basic alarm) | Full AIoT integration, mobile app, analytics dashboard |
Some stores employ night watchmen or security guards. While better than nothing, this approach has significant gaps:
A single security guard costs ₹15,000-25,000/month in most Indian cities, with inconsistent reliability. Professional 24/7 monitoring delivers superior protection at a fraction of the cost—starting at just ₹660 + GST per month.
Professional 24/7 monitoring fundamentally changes the equation. It’s the difference between discovering a break-in after it happens and stopping it while it’s happening.
Here’s what happens when your monitored alarm system detects unusual activity at 2:47 AM:
This is precisely what happened in the Uttar Pradesh warehouse case study: intrusion detected at 2:47 AM, monitoring center verified within 60 seconds, police arrived within 8 minutes, three suspects arrested with ₹1+ crore worth of merchandise still at the scene.
Without monitoring, criminals have 6-8 hours before discovery. With monitoring, they have less than 10 minutes before police arrival. That’s the difference between losing everything and losing nothing.
Modern monitored security systems use multiple layers of detection specifically designed for after-hours protection:
Unlike CCTV-only systems that require someone to actually watch video feeds, sensor-based systems trigger automatic alerts that demand immediate verification and response. There’s no footage to review later—the system forces action in real-time.
For electronics stores, the highest-risk period is predictably when you’re closed. Professional monitoring centers structure their operations specifically for these critical hours:
From your home bed to your store during a 3 AM break-in: 30-60 minutes
From monitoring center alert to police dispatch: under 2 minutes
You need rest. Your business doesn’t stop needing protection. Monitoring centers operate with fresh, alert personnel around the clock—nobody’s groggy, distracted, or unavailable.
This is perhaps the most underestimated advantage of professional monitoring: police actually respond
Many Indian police departments have formal policies requiring verification before dispatching to alarm calls. Without monitoring, you’re on your own. With monitoring, you have institutional credibility that gets immediate law enforcement attention.
This documentation strengthens police investigations and insurance claims significantly.
Professional monitoring isn’t just about catching criminals—it’s about preventing them from trying:
Professional burglars conduct surveillance before targeting stores. When they see professional monitoring indicators, they often move to softer targets. Why risk a store where police will arrive in under 10 minutes when there are unmonitored stores nearby?
After-hours monitoring generates valuable security intelligence:
This intelligence helps you:
Investment:
What You’re Protecting:
Break-Even:
Monitoring pays for itself if it prevents just ONE break-in every 86 years.
Reality Check:
Insurance Bonus:
10–20% premium discount = ₹10,000–20,000 annual savings
(offsets 60–90% of monitoring cost)
You’re paying ₹25–30/day to protect ₹15–40 lakh in inventory. That’s not a cost — it’s essential business insurance.
| Cost Category | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Merchandise Loss | ₹3,50,000 – ₹18,00,000 | 10–50 smartphones, 5–10 laptops, accessories |
| Property Damage | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 | Wall demolition, broken doors, damaged fixtures, broken windows |
| Insurance Deductible | ₹25,000 – ₹1,00,000 | Out-of-pocket before insurance pays |
| Premium Increase (Year 1) | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | 20–40% annual premium increase |
| Premium Increase (Years 2–5) | ₹60,000 – ₹1,60,000 | Cumulative impact over five years |
| Repair Downtime Loss | ₹1,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | 3–7 days closed for repairs, lost sales |
| Emergency Inventory Replacement | +15–25% | Higher costs due to urgent procurement |
| Security System Replacement | ₹30,000 – ₹1,00,000 | If DVR, cameras, or sensors are damaged or stolen |
| Legal / Administrative Time | ₹25,000 – ₹75,000 | 40–60 hours of owner/manager time @ ₹500–1,000/hr |
| Staff Turnover | ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000 | Hiring and training after employee exits due to incident stress |
| Reputation Damage | Unquantifiable | Customers perceive the location as unsafe |
| Owner Stress / Health | Unquantifiable | Sleep disruption, anxiety, long-term health impact |
| TOTAL TYPICAL COST | ₹7,05,000 – ₹30,75,000 | Average: ₹15–18 lakh per incident |
The Question: Can you afford to NOT be monitored?
Before examining monitoring costs, understand what a single after-hours burglary actually costs your electronics store:
This is conservative—the Chandigarh case lost ₹10 lakh, Jalandhar ₹7 lakh, and these were single-location incidents. The UP warehouse case involved over ₹1 crore at risk.
Professional 24/7 monitoring services with sensor-based intrusion detection start at:
Now do the mathematics:
This covers professional monitoring center operations, immediate alarm verification, police coordination, and multi-channel owner notifications.
If unmonitored stores in your market have a 10% annual break-in probability:
With monitored systems reducing risk to under 1%:
Commercial insurance providers in India offer premium discounts for professionally monitored security systems
Annual electronics store insurance premium (Delhi NCR): ₹75,000-₹1,50,000
With 15% monitoring discount: ₹11,250-₹22,500 savings
Insurance savings alone can cover 60-90% of monitoring costs—before considering theft prevention value.
Here’s the simplest way to think about monitoring ROI:
Given that after-hours break-ins represent the highest risk for electronics stores, and monitoring reduces this risk by 80-93%, the financial case is overwhelming.
According to AIMRA, mobile and electronics retailers report shrinkage averaging ₹5,00,000-₹10,00,000 per month—much of this from after-hours theft. That’s not isolated incidents—that’s systematic, widespread targeting.
The question isn’t “Will I be targeted?” The question is “When will I be targeted, and will I be protected?”
India’s electronic security market growth tells a compelling story about rising threats. According to market research:
This isn’t just market growth—it’s a direct response to escalating threats. As India’s electronics retail sector expands (driven by rising middle-class purchasing power and digital adoption), so does criminal targeting of these high-value inventories.
India’s rapid urbanization has created ideal conditions for after-hours electronics store burglaries:
India’s improving infrastructure paradoxically increases electronics burglary risk
According to Bangalore police investigating mobile thefts, India’s extensive refurbished electronics market provides ready buyers:
Without immediate detection and response, your inventory is unrecoverable
Indian police face resource constraints that make unverified alarms problematic
Professional monitoring centers with established police relationships can cut response times dramatically—the UP warehouse case showed 8-minute arrival, but that required immediate verified dispatch at 2:47 AM.
The All India Mobile Retailers Association reports that member retailers have experienced devastating shrinkage increases:
10x increase in five years
Insurance costs skyrocketing
Some retailers exiting business entirely
After-hours break-ins and sophisticated employee theft (often insider-coordinated with external criminals) during unmanned periods.
AIMRA chairman Kailash Lakhyani specifically notes shrinkage spikes during:
All of these are time-based vulnerabilities that 24/7 monitoring directly addresses.
As break-ins increase, insurance companies are essentially forcing monitoring adoption through pricing—it’s becoming cheaper to monitor than to remain unmonitored and pay higher premiums.
Indian commercial insurance providers are becoming increasingly stringent
Burglars who previously targeted bank branches or ATMs now focus on electronics retailers—better risk/reward ratio when stores are unmanned
India’s digital payment revolution (UPI, digital wallets, online transactions) means electronics stores now hold less cash—but this makes inventory theft even more attractive:
India’s Smart Cities Mission emphasizes digital infrastructure, but often overlooks after-hours commercial security
Government infrastructure won’t protect your unmanned store. Private professional monitoring fills this critical gap between public safety systems and business protection needs.
Non-Negotiables for Electronics Stores:
🚫 Red Flags to Avoid:
Not all monitoring services are created equal, especially when your primary need is after-hours break-in prevention. When evaluating providers for your electronics or IT store, insist on these critical capabilities:
The foundation of effective after-hours monitoring is comprehensive intrusion detection. Look for systems that integrate
The system MUST be sensor-based, not camera-dependent. Cameras can be disabled, masked, or avoided. Physical sensors provide redundant detection that criminals cannot easily bypass. Look for AIoT (AI + IoT) sensor technology that uses intelligent algorithms to distinguish between genuine threats and environmental factors.
Since 50%+ of electronics store crimes occur between 8 PM-4 AM, your monitoring provider must demonstrate excellence in overnight operations:
Ask potential providers: “Walk me through exactly what happens if my alarm triggers at 3 AM on a Sunday.” Their answer will reveal their actual capabilities.
Your monitoring service should operate through professional-grade facilities
Ideally, monitoring centers should be located within India (preferably same region) for:
Modern monitoring services should offer comprehensive communication
Your monitoring service should work seamlessly with
– Written service level agreements (SLAs)
– Clear pricing: equipment + installation + monthly monitoring
– Flexible contract terms (annual preferred, avoid multi-year lock-ins)
– Money-back trial period (30-60 days)
– Documented response protocols and performance metrics
– Vague promises about “monitoring your system”
– No specific response time commitments
– Unclear escalation procedures
– No documentation of police coordination
Red flags to avoid
Before committing, verify the provider’s credibility
For Bangalore/Mumbai/Delhi retailers: Ask specifically about experience with local police departments in your district—established relationships make a significant difference in response times.
Before implementing 24/7 monitoring, conduct a thorough security assessment:
Many monitoring service providers offer complimentary security assessments as part of their sales process.
Work with your chosen provider to design a monitoring solution that addresses your specific needs:
Your monitoring system is only as effective as your team’s ability to work with it
Regular refresher training ensures protocols don’t get forgotten over time.
After installation, test your system thoroughly
Schedule periodic tests (quarterly or semi-annually) to maintain system reliability
As we move deeper into 2026, the most successful electronics and IT retailers are those who’ve shifted from reactive to proactive security thinking.
Reactive thinking: “I’ll deal with theft when it happens. Insurance will cover it.”
Proactive thinking: “I’ll invest in prevention now to ensure theft doesn’t happen—and if it does, I’ll detect and respond immediately.”
24/7 professionally monitored security systems embody this proactive approach. They’re not waiting for something to go wrong—they’re actively preventing it, minute by minute, hour by hour.
This mindset shift recognizes that:
Location: White goods warehouse, Uttar Pradesh
Time: 2:47 AM, Saturday
System: AIoT sensor-based alarm with 24/7 professional monitoring
Police arrived on-site within 8 minutes of initial detection. Three individuals were apprehended in the act of loading appliances worth over ₹1 crore into a waiting truck
Multiple sensors detected unauthorized entry through a side door. Within 60 seconds, the monitoring center:
If this warehouse had only an unmonitored alarm system with CCTV:
This is what 24/7 monitoring delivers: prevention, not just documentation
While unsuccessful break-ins rarely make headlines, monitoring companies report dozens of prevented burglaries monthly:
Multiple stores with monitored systems report attempted after-hours entries detected and stopped before merchandise loss—police response times averaging 10-15 minutes prevent completion of thefts.
Monitoring system detected attempted roof access at 3:20 AM. Police arrived within 12 minutes, suspects fled but no entry achieved. Subsequent investigation revealed the same gang had successfully burgled three unmonitored stores in the prior month.
Glass-break sensor triggered at 1:45 AM. Monitoring verification showed broken display window. Police dispatch resulted in arrival during active burglary—two suspects apprehended with merchandise, third suspect fled.
Official crime statistics measure reported crimes —break-ins that actually occurred. What they don’t capture is prevention:
For every mobile store burglary that makes the Tribune India headlines, monitoring systems across India are quietly preventing dozens more from ever becoming statistics.
For electronics and IT store owners evaluating 24/7 monitoring in 2026, ask yourself these critical questions:
Question: If someone breaks through your wall right now (3 AM on a Tuesday), what actually happens? Who calls police? How long until anyone responds? What stops the criminals from loading everything into a truck?
If your answer involves “I hope someone hears the alarm” or “I’ll check the footage tomorrow,” you’re not protected—you’re just documented.
Question: Can your business absorb a ₹10 lakh loss? What about a second break-in six months later? When does insurance become unaffordable or unavailable?
Question: In what scenario can you personally respond fast enough to prevent loss? The answer: you can’t. That’s why professional monitoring exists.
Question: When criminals break in after hours, does your current security actually STOP them, or does it just document how they robbed you?
Official crime statistics measure reported crimes —break-ins that actually occurred. What they don’t capture is prevention:
Question: If break-in prevention fails, what systems are in place to minimize damage? If the answer is “insurance,” remember that insurance pays after losses occur—it doesn’t prevent them.
Question: In a market where professional monitoring is becoming standard, can you afford to be the unmonitored exception that criminals specifically target?
Question: What’s the mental health cost of operating without adequate after-hours protection? How much is peace of mind actually worth?
If even two of these questions made you uncomfortable, it’s time to seriously consider professional monitoring
Your highest-value inventory (compact, easily transported, instantly resaleable)
Your highest-risk period (after hours when unmanned)
Your longest response delay (6-8 hours from break-in to discovery)
Your lowest recovery probability (under 15% for stolen electronics)
= Essential need for 24/7 professional monitoring
The investment is modest (starting at ₹660 + GST per month). The protection is comprehensive (immediate detection, verification, and police dispatch). The alternative is financially catastrophic and emotionally exhausting.
Your store’s most dangerous hours are the ones when you’re not there. It’s time to ensure someone is always watching.
In 2026, 24/7 professionally monitored security systems for electronics and IT stores aren’t about paranoia—they’re about mathematical reality.
Your store’s inventory—compact, high-value, instantly resaleable—makes you a prime target. The predictability of your closed hours gives criminals the time window they need. The sophistication of modern burglary tactics (wall demolition, DVR targeting, coordinated teams) means physical barriers alone cannot protect you.
When burglars breach your store at 3 AM, who’s watching? Who’s verifying? Who’s calling police? Who’s responding?
Starting at just ₹660 + GST per month (approximately ₹780 monthly, ₹9,300 annually). Less than the cost of a single smartphone. A fraction of your insurance premium. Potentially offset by insurance discounts.
Compare that to break-in losses averaging ₹5-15 lakh per incident. Compare that to the AIMRA-reported shrinkage explosion from ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh monthly at mobile retailers. Compare that to the Chandigarh, Jalandhar, and countless unreported incidents happening across India every month.
Every night you close your store without professional monitoring, you’re gambling. You’re betting that tonight won’t be the night. That your location won’t be selected. That your inventory won’t be targeted.
Professional burglars are betting differently. They’re betting that you’re asleep, that your alarm is unmonitored, that they have 6-8 hours before discovery. They’re betting that walls can be demolished, DVRs can be stolen, and merchandise can be loaded and distributed before you even know you’ve been hit.
After-hours break-ins represent your highest risk. Professional criminals operate with precision during your most vulnerable hours. Recovery rates are abysmal. Insurance costs escalate after incidents. But prevention—real, active, 24/7 prevention—is both achievable and affordable.
The question isn’t whether your electronics store needs 24/7 monitoring. The question is: can you afford to remain unprotected during the 50%+ of the day when you’re at highest risk?
When it’s 2:47 AM and someone is breaking through your wall, the answer becomes painfully obvious.
Don’t wait until you’re reviewing CCTV footage of your own burglary. Contact a certified security monitoring provider today to:
Your store never closes its vulnerability. Your protection shouldn’t either.
About the Author: This article is based on extensive research into electronics retail security threats, after-hours burglary patterns, and professional monitoring best practices, incorporating data from law enforcement reports, industry associations including AIMRA, and verified incident case studies across India.
According to security industry data, more than 50% of electronics store crimes occur between 8 PM and 4 AM
Professional 24/7 monitoring for electronics stores in India starts at ₹660 plus GST per month (approximately ₹
Many insurance providers offer 10-20% premium discounts for monitored systems, which can offset 60-90% of monitoring cost
With professionally monitored systems, police typically respond within 8-15 minutes for verified emergencies.
In the documented UP warehouse case, police arrived within 8 minutes of the 2:47 AM intrusion detection, preventing ₹
Without monitoring, unverified alarms receive significantly slower response or no police response at all, as many police departments
Less than 15% of stolen electronics are ever recovered, according to law enforcement data from Bangalore an
Here’s why recovery is so difficult:
Prevention through immediate detection is the only effective strategy.
No, CCTV cameras alone do not prevent break-ins —they only record evidence after the crime occurs.
Here’s what happens in real after-hours break-ins:
The reality: Cameras document your losses but don’t stop them. They work best when integrated with monitored sensor-
Absolutely yes. Here’s the mathematics:
Break-Even Analysis:
Actual Risk Analysis:
Additional benefits:
Bottom line: You’re paying ₹25-30 per day for protection of ₹15-40 lakh in inventory. That’s not a cost—it’s an essential
Here’s the exact sequence when your monitored system detects intrusion at 3 AM:
Within 60 seconds
Within 2-3 minutes
Within 8-12 minutes
Compare to unmonitored system
Electronics stores are prime targets for professional burglars due to a perfect combination of factors:
High-Value, Compact Inventory:
Rapid Resale Ecosystem:
Predictable Unmanned Periods:
The AIMRA Data
All India Mobile Retailers Association reports shrinkage increased from ₹50,000-₹1,00,000 per month (five years ago)
Personal response is completely ineffective for after-hours break-ins. Here’s why:
Time Reality Check
By the time you arrive, the burglary is already complete.
The Real Scenario
Additional Problems
Professional monitoring solves all of this
Cost comparison
Typical electronics store break-ins result in ₹5-15 lakh in direct merchandise loss, with total costs often exceed
Recent Verified India Cases
AIMRA Industry Data
All India Mobile Retailers Association reports member retailers averaging ₹5-10 lakh monthly shrinkage, with signific
Total Cost Breakdown (Beyond Merchandise)
Realistic total impact: ₹10-25 lakh per incident
With 24/7 monitoring: These costs are completely avoided through prevention.
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