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Celebrating 500 Million Deliveries: A Milestone in Smart Package Management

October 29, 2025

This month, Luxer One proudly celebrated its 500 millionth delivery, marking a defining moment in our journey to transform how the world receives packages. What began over two decades ago as a mission to simplify last-mile delivery has grown into a nationwide network serving more than 15,000 locations and 11.5 million users. Half a billion successful deliveries later, we’re only getting started!

Black Friday for Multifamily: How Property Managers Can Prepare

October 29, 2025

Black Friday may only last a day, but its ripple effects on multifamily communities can last for weeks. Not to mention the rise of Cyber Week following this yearly event. As online spending continues to rise, property and regional managers across the U.S. are already bracing for a new surge in package deliveries that will test every part of their operations.
According to Adobe Analytics, U.S. shoppers spent $10.8 billion online on Black Friday 2024, a 10.2% increase year over year. That number is projected to climb even higher in 2025 as retailers start promotions earlier than ever. In fact, 37% of consumers say they now expect holiday sales to begin before Halloween (Sinch, 2025). For multifamily teams, that means the “holiday package season” now stretches from late October through New Year’s.

The State of the Hospitality Industry: Key Takeaways from The Hospitality Show 2025

October 29, 2025

The hospitality industry is shifting fast. At The Hospitality Show 2025 in Denver, the signal was clear: growth isn’t coming from the same old playbook. Instead, hotels and resorts are doubling down on efficiency, guest-journeys, and strategic infrastructure. Here’s what the show revealed and what it means for operators heading into 2026.

Managing Holiday Hotel Operations: Delivering a Seamless Holiday Guest Experience

October 27, 2025

The holiday season is one of the most consequential periods for full-service U.S. hotels. With travel volume peaking, guest expectations rising, and operational demands intensifying, hotels that plan ahead can turn this time into a strategic advantage. In this post, we explore key data and actionable best practices for managing holiday hotel operations, focusing especially on logistics such as guest and staff package management and temporary bag storage.

Top 5 Challenges Property Managers Will Face in 2026

October 24, 2025

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.

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

October 23, 2025

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?

October 22, 2025

“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.

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

October 22, 2025

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. This number can easily 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.

Porch Pirates: How to Handle Package Theft During the Holidays

October 20, 2025

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.

The State of the Canadian Multifamily Market: Key Takeaways from CAIC

October 16, 2025

The Canadian multifamily market is undergoing a profound shift. At this year’s Canadian Apartment Investment Conference (CAIC), experts described an industry that’s both challenged by cost pressures and invigorated by innovation. Developers, investors, and property managers alike are confronting the realities of high construction costs, shifting immigration policies, and evolving renter expectations—while also seizing opportunities in emerging markets and new operational models.

Benjamin Tal, Managing Director and Deputy Chief Economist of CIBC Capital Markets Inc., kicked off the conference highlighting upcoming challenges in the Canadian market, but emphasized a bright future to come. Below, we break down the key takeaways from the latest Canadian Apartment Investment Report, what they mean for Canada’s multifamily sector in 2025 and beyond, and how Tal’s hopeful outlook is realistic.

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Package Rooms vs. Package Lockers vs. Concierge. What is the Best Package Solution?

September 4, 2025

Package management has become one of the most pressing challenges for multifamily communities. With residents shopping online more than ever, package rooms are overflowing, staff are overwhelmed, and property reputation is on the line. The right system isn’t just about convenience, it’s about protecting resident satisfaction, reducing staff workload, and future-proofing your operations.

This guide answers the most common questions property managers ask when weighing smart package lockers, package rooms, and traditional on-site staff.

2025 Mid-Year Retail Industry Report: The Trends Driving Change

August 19, 2025

The first half of 2025 has been a turning point for retail. Shrink is climbing, inflation is cooling but still biting, shoppers are returning with new spending habits, and labor shortages continue to reshape operations.
The 2025 Mid-Year Retail Industry Report breaks down the trends that matter most, complete with data, expert analysis, and takeaways for the months ahead. Download the full report now.

Preparing Smart Lockers for Storms: Keep Your System Running in Any Weather

August 11, 2025

Storm season can bring more than just rain! Hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and sudden temperature swings can all threaten your property’s operations. When the weather turns dangerous, the last thing property managers should worry about is whether their smart lockers will fail.
Your package management systems should be built to withstand the toughest conditions. One of our priorities at Luxer One is building systems that last through any conditions. To help prepare you for the inclement weather that hurricane season may bring, we’ve compiled some tips and tricks to ensure your systems are running when it matters most.

Accessible Package Lockers for Every Resident: How Luxer One Designs with Inclusion in Mind

July 22, 2025

ADA Day is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a powerful reminder that accessibility isn’t just about checking boxes. For property and asset managers, it’s about building communities where every resident feels empowered and included. From mobility challenges to cognitive or sensory impairments, accessibility needs vary but your package management system should meet them all.

Holiday Shopping Season Prep: Why BOPIS Lockers Are the Ultimate Retail Advantage

July 15, 2025

As the summer sun blazes, smart retailers are already implementing strategies for holiday shopping season prep. With consumer behaviors evolving and expectations rising, retailers are looking for innovative ways to bring customers in-store, improve their experience, and ensure efficient operations. In this blog we’ll cover this year’s holiday season trends, emerging issues, and the must-have solutions.

Luxer Liaison: A New Era of Parcel Room Management in Canada Begins

July 7, 2025

Luxer One is proud to announce the official launch of Luxer Liaison in Canada, a premium parcel room management service designed to meet the rising demands of multifamily communities. Our first deployment in Toronto, at a Hines-managed property, marks the beginning of a smarter, more secure future for parcel delivery across the country.

How to Solve Carrier Compliance Issues for Multifamily Deliveries

July 1, 2025

It’s no secret that multifamily communities are seeing more package deliveries than ever before. With that surge comes an equally pressing challenge with carrier compliance. Ensuring that delivery drivers properly use the property’s package management system can feel like an uphill battle. When deliveries bypass the process, whether due to skipped scans, incorrect locker use, or packages left outside secure areas, property teams are left to pick up the slack. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

Beyond the Package Room: The Versatility of Smart Lockers

July 1, 2025

When people think of smart lockers, they often imagine them in residential buildings, outside retail stores, or in other convenient places to pick up packages or online orders. But smart locker technology has grown far beyond those original use cases. Today, organizations in public-facing industries are discovering that lockers are a flexible, secure, and efficient way to streamline service delivery across a wide range of environments.

How to Choose a Package Management Vendor That Won’t Disappear on You

June 19, 2025

Choosing the right package management vendor isn’t just a purchasing decision, it’s a long-term investment in resident experience, staff efficiency, and operational success. Unfortunately, too many properties have learned the hard way that not every vendor is built to last.
From non-existent support to unexpected fees and system failures, unreliable partners don’t just cost you time but resident trust. As package delivery volume continues to grow and residents expect faster, smarter service, the risk of choosing the wrong vendor gets even more expensive.
So how do you identify the partners who will still be showing up for your team years after install?

Embracing a Hybrid Office This Summer: How To Keep Your Workplace Moving

June 18, 2025

The summer sun draws more people out of the office and into vacation mode. Whether you’re catching a flight for a much-needed getaway, working from a hotel room, or simply taking advantage of summer Fridays, one thing is certain: you still need to keep work moving. Luxer One smart lockers offer a seamless, secure, and contactless way to manage physical item exchanges, even when your team isn’t physically present.

LUXER ONE BLOG

Celebrating 500 Million Deliveries: A Milestone in Smart Package Management

Black Friday for Multifamily: How Property Managers Can Prepare

The State of the Hospitality Industry: Key Takeaways from The Hospitality Show 2025

Managing Holiday Hotel Operations: Delivering a Seamless Holiday Guest Experience

Top 5 Challenges Property Managers Will Face in 2026

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

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

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

Porch Pirates: How to Handle Package Theft During the Holidays

The State of the Canadian Multifamily Market: Key Takeaways from CAIC

Package Rooms vs. Package Lockers vs. Concierge. What is the Best Package Solution?

2025 Mid-Year Retail Industry Report: The Trends Driving Change

Preparing Smart Lockers for Storms: Keep Your System Running in Any Weather

Accessible Package Lockers for Every Resident: How Luxer One Designs with Inclusion in Mind

Holiday Shopping Season Prep: Why BOPIS Lockers Are the Ultimate Retail Advantage

Luxer Liaison: A New Era of Parcel Room Management in Canada Begins

How to Solve Carrier Compliance Issues for Multifamily Deliveries

Beyond the Package Room: The Versatility of Smart Lockers

How to Choose a Package Management Vendor That Won’t Disappear on You

Embracing a Hybrid Office This Summer: How To Keep Your Workplace Moving

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