The increase in package deliveries has led to porch piracy, creating an urgent need for practical solutions. Consequently, companies such as Lockourier have reported a significant increase in the volume of package deliveries to their lockers, especially during peak shopping periods. This trend is also seen with big delivery services such as Amazon, FedEx and UPS, which offer similar secure locker solutions to prevent theft and delivery mishaps.
With a trend of increasing deliveries, the need for security measures to avoid lost and stolen items also increases: Package thefts totaled 119 million in 2023, equivalent to one out of every 180 package deliveries, according to a Capital One Shopping report.
Supply chain professionals and consumers confirm it: Logistic experts cite that almost half of their survey respondents expect a more active peak delivery season, with increased order volumes and steady sales. As a result, the need for smart parcel lockers becomes even more critical during the holiday season, when consumers are concerned about tracking and receiving last-minute gifts that they cannot afford to lose or redirect elsewhere.
Winter holiday spending in the United States is set to soar from $961.96 billion in 2023 to $1.271 trillion by 2030, and losses on that spending are also expected to rise.
There are many ways to improve customer and resident experience regarding package delivery, grocery delivery, and package management, making LocKourier’s Advanced parcel management solutions one of the most comprehensive. Package locker systems are no longer limited to educational institutions, as companies such as Lockourier are now installing these systems in upscale apartment complexes, condos, event venues, office buildings, and retail establishments. This serves as a safe and convenient option for residents and customers to store packages, minimizing the risk of theft or other delivery issues.
Lockourier currently works with hundreds of communities across Canada. Our lockers serve as self-service kiosks that notify customers when their orders arrive. To prevent theft, picking up items only requires some personal information. Global companies like Amazon also offer returns through the lockers for additional convenience.
In addition to LocKourier’s lockers, several alternative options are available this year for consumers concerned about getting deliveries right to their doorsteps. Amazon has strategically placed its lockers and counters in stores like Stussy, supply stores like Staples, shopping centers, and some fitness centers. In addition, FedEx is promoting “hold at” locations such as hardware stores, print and design stores, and delivery centers as part of its delivery strategy, emphasizing the time and cost savings associated with this approach. Similarly, UPS introduced a similar initiative in 2014 with its Access Point network, which includes thousands of pickup locations in grocery stores, dry cleaners, and other retail outlets.
It’s worth noting that since 2020, Lockourier’s partner Luxer One has seen a 43 percent increase in consumer “speed of pickup” for its devices, indicating a trend toward faster package retrieval by shoppers. This improved efficiency benefits consumers and frees up capacity for other packages, with a slowdown only expected after the first of the year. the year.
If you’re a property manager or owner considering automated lockers and convenient systems to secure your deliveries, look at our guide to 5 Challenges (and Solutions) to Resident Adoption of Package Lockers. It provides valuable insight into setting up a successful package management system for your property.
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Source blog: https://blog.luxerone.com/no-more-porch-pirates-the-best-way-to-thwart-package-theft