Transport-related theft thrives on ambiguity. When paperwork is incomplete, seals are informal, and receiving checks are inconsistent, loss can be attributed to “unknown shrink” rather than treated as a reportable event.
Controls that reduce ambiguity
- Driver verification and plate capture at pickup
- Seal logging with photo evidence and unique IDs
- Handoff signoffs that match lot and count structure
- Receiving checklist including seal check and count reconciliation
Operational standard
Make the handoff repeatable. A consistent process beats a complex process that only works when the best supervisor is on shift.