LUXER ONE BLOG
What happens after the carrier arrives? Luxer One President Josh Middlebrooks recently joined Rodney Apple and Mike Ogle on the Supply Chain Careers Podcast, thanks to Supply Chain Management (SCM). The outcome was a discussion of an emerging challenge in modern logistics: the final 100 feet of delivery.
As universities modernize campus operations, smart lockers are increasingly part of the conversation. But while the hardware often gets the spotlight, experienced decision makers know the real long term value lies in integration. That’s why institutions evaluating smart locker solutions should focus just as heavily on integration capabilities as on physical design.
So what should universities actually look for when evaluating smart locker system integrations? In this blog, we’re answering the key questions universities should ask, and how Luxer One supports those requirements.
As universities modernize campus operations, smart lockers are increasingly part of the conversation. But while the hardware often gets the spotlight, experienced decision makers know the real long term value lies in integration. That’s why institutions evaluating smart locker solutions should focus just as heavily on integration capabilities as on physical design.
So what should universities actually look for when evaluating smart locker system integrations? In this blog, we’re answering the key questions universities should ask, and how Luxer One supports those requirements.
Modern food pantries are being asked to do more with less. They need to serve more people, offer greater flexibility, and operate with fewer staff and volunteers. As organizations look for ways to expand access without increasing overhead, many are wondering: Is there a better way to distribute food?
This Q&A explores the kinds of questions partners are already asking, and how smart locker solutions are helping provide answers.
The National Retail Federation (NRF) Retail’s Big Show, once again proved why it’s the defining kickoff to the retail year! Held January 11–13 in New York City, the event brought together thousands of retail leaders, innovators, and solution providers to explore the technologies and strategies shaping the industry’s “Next Now.”
This year’s theme was clear: Artificial intelligence, automation, and robotics are transforming how retailers operate today.
This year at NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show, Luxer One is showcasing how smart locker technology supports modern retail operations by addressing some of the industry’s most persistent challenges. Read more to see how we streamline BOPIS, third party delivery, shrink, and labor efficiency, and aligning with the trends shaping the future of in-store fulfillment.
Buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS), buy online, return in store (BORIS), and same-day pick up have moved from optional conveniences to baseline retail expectations. According to NRF, more than half of U.S. shoppers now use BOPIS regularly, and adoption continues to rise as consumers prioritize speed and flexibility. What started as a pandemic-era solution has become a permanent part of how customers expect to interact with physical stores.
Retailers face more choices than ever when it comes to fulfillment: ship-to-home, same-day delivery, third-party courier pick-ups, and in-store or curbside pickup (BOPIS – Buy Online, Pickup In-Store). Is the traditional in-person pickup model fading away in favor of delivery and third‐party logistics? Data suggests that in-store/curbside pickup remains not only relevant but increasingly important, in a transformed, omnichannel context.
Last-mile delivery refers to the movement of goods from a local distribution hub to their end destination, often a customer, guest, or employee. It’s where logistics meets real-world experience, and in commercial environments, it’s no longer just about speed, it’s about reliability, security, and service.
In this blog, we explore how the last mile shows up in three major verticals: hotels, retail, and quick-service restaurants (QSRs). Each faces different pressures, guest package management, rising click-and-collect orders, and surging digital food pickups. But, they all share the need for more reliable, organized, and efficient handoff systems.
