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Get Ready for the Rush: Why Flex Lockers are a Must for Students’ Return to Campus

As students return to campus each fall, university mailrooms are met with an all-too-familiar challenge of growing package piles. From dorm essentials and textbooks to tech gear and online orders, the initial influx of packages can overwhelm traditional mail operations at the beginning of the school year. Long lines, delayed pickups, frustrated students, and exhausted staff are prove your system is stretched too thin.

That’s why more are looking for solutions to increase capacity for deliveries during peak seasons like back to school and the holidays. Luxer One offers a budget friendly, temporary expansion solution that allows campuses to scale package capacity exactly when they need it most.

Flex Locker by Luxer One is designed for peak periods like back-to-school. Additional lockers are quickly added to existing setups, and once the rush is over, the lockers are easily removed!

Managing Seasonal Package Overload

The start of the academic year is an exciting time for students, but for campus housing and mail services, it can become a logistical stress test. E-commerce has become the go-to for everything students need to furnish their dorms and prepare for the semester.

From bedsheets and shower caddies to laptops and meal kits, packages start pouring in well before move-in day and continue steadily for weeks, to months, afterward. According to NRF, “College students and their families are expected to spend an average of $1,364.75 on items for the upcoming school year…[this year] total back-to-college spending is expected to reach $86.6 billion, the second-highest figure in the history of the survey”.

University mailrooms, often built to handle modest volumes, suddenly find themselves processing hundreds or even thousands of packages per day. In many cases, there’s not enough space to store the volume, not enough staff to keep up with distribution, and not enough time in the day to ensure a smooth process for everyone. These issues not only strain resources but also impact student satisfaction and campus operations.

A Flexible Approach to Seasonal Surges

What makes Flex Locker temporary locker expansions different is in its name: flexibility. Rather than committing to permanent infrastructure, universities can rent locker banks for a 90-day period, perfect for handling the initial delivery rush at the start of the semester.

The system integrates seamlessly with existing Luxer One setups and can be fully operational in just 15 minutes. Instantly expand storage without a massive facilities project. Once the busy season winds down Luxer One will pick them up seamlessly.

Built for Campus Life

Flex Lockers are more than just extra storage. They’re a tech forward, student friendly solution that delivers convenience and security at scale, keeping your school’s budget in mind. Built with 12-gauge metal and made in America, they stand up to the wear and tear of high volume use.

Not to mention, these lockers are ADA-compliant and accessible to all students, with 24/7 cloud-based video surveillance offering peace of mind to both staff and users. Customizable for your campus needs, from door sizes to branding wraps, making the system flexible in more ways than one.

The Smart Way to Start the Semester

Flex Locker temporary locker expansions are more than a tool, it’s a strategy. It gives university teams the flexibility to meet demand head-on without making permanent changes or straining staff resources. And it ensures that students start their academic year on the right foot, with fast, reliable access to their essentials.

Ready to flex this fall semester? Contact Luxer One to learn how Flex Lockers can support your university this back-to-school season.

Lauren Buote

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Top 5 Challenges Property Managers Will Face in 2026

The multifamily housing industry is entering 2026 with a mix of optimism and caution. New supply pipelines, shifting resident expectations, and tightening budgets are reshaping how property managers operate. While many of these trends have been building for years, 2026 will be the year they converge, putting more pressure on efficiency, service quality, and decision-making at every level.
To stay ahead, regional and property managers will need to plan strategically, invest in automation, and strengthen partnerships that can withstand the next wave of industry change.
Apartment residents are especially vulnerable, experiencing theft at nearly twice the rate of single-family homeowners. For multifamily property managers, the rise in “porch piracy” is more than a seasonal headache: it’s a reputational and operational challenge that can directly affect resident trust and retention.
Below are five strategic, actionable tips designed to help property managers understand how to handle package theft more effectively this holiday season.
According to ShipMatrix, national holiday package volume is expected to rise another 5% this season, adding pressure to mailrooms and lobbies already bustling with guests and events. And with colder weather and more residents staying home, maintenance and communication demands also increase.

This holiday survival guide for multifamily highlights seven smart, proactive ways to prepare your property so you can keep things merry, bright, and under control.

Holiday BOPIS Case Study Breakdown: How Smart Lockers Streamline Seasonal Fulfillment

The holiday season has become retail’s ultimate stress test and Buy Online, Pick Up In Store (BOPIS) operations are often the first to feel the pressure. With peak order volumes up to 40% higher than average, many retailers struggle to balance customer expectations with limited staff and store space.
Luxer One’s new case study, How Smart Lockers Transformed Holiday BOPIS for a National Retailer, offers an inside look at how one major brand overcame those challenges using automated smart locker technology. The results? Faster pickup times, reduced labor strain, and higher customer satisfaction across hundreds of stores nationwide.

Why is Last-Mile Delivery Such a Challenge for Property Managers?

“Last-mile delivery” refers to the final step where a shipment moves from a transportation hub or carrier vehicle to its destination. For property managers in multifamily communities, this step has become one of the most difficult parts of daily operations. Rising package volumes, limited staff capacity, and growing resident expectations have turned last-mile logistics into a constant balancing act between efficiency and service.
In this guide we’ll explain the most common last-mile delivery challenges for property managers, explore how they affect community operations, and highlight practical ways to solve them.
That’s where parcel lockers come in. These secure, automated systems have become one of the most effective ways to manage the growing volume of deliveries while keeping residents happy and operations efficient. They combine security, convenience, and technology to simplify the entire delivery process from carrier drop-off to resident pickup. To stay ahead, regional and property managers will need to plan strategically, invest in automation, and strengthen partnerships that can withstand the next wave of industry change.
Apartment residents are especially vulnerable, experiencing theft at nearly twice the rate of single-family homeowners. For multifamily property managers, the rise in “porch piracy” is more than a seasonal headache: it’s a reputational and operational challenge that can directly affect resident trust and retention.
Below are five strategic, actionable tips designed to help property managers understand how to handle package theft more effectively this holiday season.
According to ShipMatrix, national holiday package volume is expected to rise another 5% this season, adding pressure to mailrooms and lobbies already bustling with guests and events. And with colder weather and more residents staying home, maintenance and communication demands also increase.

This holiday survival guide for multifamily highlights seven smart, proactive ways to prepare your property so you can keep things merry, bright, and under control.

What Are Parcel Lockers and How Do They Work for Multifamily Communities

With online shopping now the norm, apartment communities are seeing more package deliveries than ever before. According to the National Multifamily Housing Council, the average community receives 250–400 packages per week, a number that can double during the holidays. For property teams, that means more time spent managing deliveries, handling resident complaints, and troubleshooting lost or stolen packages.
That’s where parcel lockers come in. These secure, automated systems have become one of the most effective ways to manage the growing volume of deliveries while keeping residents happy and operations efficient. They combine security, convenience, and technology to simplify the entire delivery process from carrier drop-off to resident pickup. To stay ahead, regional and property managers will need to plan strategically, invest in automation, and strengthen partnerships that can withstand the next wave of industry change.
Apartment residents are especially vulnerable, experiencing theft at nearly twice the rate of single-family homeowners. For multifamily property managers, the rise in “porch piracy” is more than a seasonal headache: it’s a reputational and operational challenge that can directly affect resident trust and retention.
Below are five strategic, actionable tips designed to help property managers understand how to handle package theft more effectively this holiday season.
According to ShipMatrix, national holiday package volume is expected to rise another 5% this season, adding pressure to mailrooms and lobbies already bustling with guests and events. And with colder weather and more residents staying home, maintenance and communication demands also increase.

This holiday survival guide for multifamily highlights seven smart, proactive ways to prepare your property so you can keep things merry, bright, and under control.

Porch Pirates: How to Handle Package Theft During the Holidays

The holiday season means a surge in online orders, and unfortunately, a corresponding uptick in package theft. In 2024, as many as 58 million packages were stolen nationwide, resulting in an estimated $12 billion to $16 billion in losses.
Apartment residents are especially vulnerable, experiencing theft at nearly twice the rate of single-family homeowners. For multifamily property managers, the rise in “porch piracy” is more than a seasonal headache: it’s a reputational and operational challenge that can directly affect resident trust and retention.
Below are five strategic, actionable tips designed to help property managers understand how to handle package theft more effectively this holiday season.
According to ShipMatrix, national holiday package volume is expected to rise another 5% this season, adding pressure to mailrooms and lobbies already bustling with guests and events. And with colder weather and more residents staying home, maintenance and communication demands also increase.

This holiday survival guide for multifamily highlights seven smart, proactive ways to prepare your property so you can keep things merry, bright, and under control.

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