Sensormatic® SmartEAS® is a connectivity platform that will serve as the data collection point for EAS, alarm management and people counting devices. It will enable Marionnaud to upgrade traditional anti-theft devices into a real-time intelligence system that will improve the company’s loss prevention programmes and operations.

Following a successful pilot in 2007, Marionnaud has initially started deploying the solution in its French and Spanish stores. As part of this roll out, the company has selected ADT’s Ultra•Max® acousto-magnetic (AM) technology, which is ideal because of its ability to protect small items and operate effectively when applied to aluminium or metal-based packaging.

“When we began working with Marionnaud, we knew that connectivity was the key to enhancing its loss prevention and operational capability,” explains John Smith, Vice President of Retail Sales for ADT Europe, Middle East and Africa. “The SmartEAS® technology that we have pioneered will allow Marionnaud to efficiently link and use information from its EAS and point-of-sale (POS) systems. This integration gives real-time intelligence at the store, region and/or corporate level, providing the ability to act quickly.

“EAS connectivity will also allow us to provide Marionnaud with remote maintenance and increase service efficiency,” continues Mr Smith. “In addition, EAS deactivation devices will ensure compliance of both in-store and source tagged products processed at the sales counter. This project is further evidence that ADT is at the forefront of intelligent integration of retail technologies.”

ADT offers a complete suite of electronic security and operational tools for retailers around the world and serves 8 of the top 10 global retailers.

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About ADT
ADT, part of Tyco International, designs, installs and services electronic fire and security systems for residential, business and government customers. In Europe, the Middle East and Africa, ADT's products include intruder alarms, closed circuit television, access control, electronic article surveillance, radio frequency identification, fire detection, integrated solutions and monitoring. They are used to deter thieves and protect people, goods and property. For more information visit www.adtemea.com.

About Marionnaud
Marionnaud is Europe's leading perfumery and cosmetics retailer, operating a 1,230-plus store network in 13 countries. Marionnaud is part of the A.S. Watson Group, an international retail and manufacturing business with operations in 36 markets worldwide. A.S. Watson employs over 98,000 staff and is a member of the world renowned Hong Kong-based conglomerate Hutchison Whampoa Limited.

For more information, please contact:
Natasha House/Chloe Joint
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email: natasha.house@porternovelli.co.uk or chloe.joint@porternovelli.co.uk