The management of first party fraud in e-tailing: a qualitative study

Abstract

Purpose -First party fraud in which retail consumers commit fraud against retailers is a growing problem. However, to date studies on retail crime have focused almost entirely on fraudulent consumer behaviours in physical stores. With the growth of ecommerce, the losses from this fraud is growing so there is strong need to research this problem from multiple perspectives.Methodology -We conducted three case studies and a total of 24 semi-structured interviews with retail managers and evaluated their existing prevention-related documentation. Fraud management lifecycle theory was used to organise and discuss the findings.Finding -We found that many retailers are treating this problem as just a cost of doing business online and have no detailed plans for dealing with this problem or any reporting to law enforcement agencies. However, they have begun working with delivery companies for delivery accuracy. Use of convenience stores as collection points is also showing early improvements.Limitations -The small number of cases and interviews used is a limitation of this study. However, we believe that the findings are useful for advancing knowledge in this emerging research area.Practical Implications -This study provides insight into existing management practices in this domain, and makes recommendations on how to improve the management of first party fraud. The study also makes a case for increased managerial interest and involvement in reducing first party fraud. The study also helps bridge a glaring gap in existing literature and provides useful leads for further research.Originality/value -To our knowledge, this is the first study to evaluate the existing practices employed to manage first party fraud in e-retail.

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