How you can prevent package theft this holiday season

How you can prevent package theft this holiday season

The holiday season brings cheer—and a surge in package deliveries. As a property manager, safeguarding your residents’ packages is a top priority, and technology is your best ally.

Read on to explore smart ways to manage deliveries, deter theft, and maintain resident satisfaction during the busiest time of the year.

Package theft: the growing problem & how you can solve it

Package theft is on the rise, and the holidays make it even more challenging to control. With smart package management solutions like a Package Room, Smart Locks, and Security Cameras, deliveries are safeguarded with controlled access, ensuring residents' items are safe and available 24/7.

Beyond security, these upgrades provide the convenience that residents value, boosting retention and satisfaction. In this post, you’ll also learn about the common tactics thieves use to target buildings and how smart technology can serve as a powerful tool to keep deliveries secure.

Not only do these strategies prevent theft, but they’ll also enhance your building’s reputation as a safe and convenient place to live.

Check out the full blog for actionable tips

Your complete guide to package management in multifamily

Holiday package theft might be a growing concern at your property—but you can take steps to protect deliveries. This guide dives deep into the challenges of package management, from overcrowded storage areas to resident complaints about missing items.

With practical insights and real-world examples, this guide is your roadmap to keeping residents happy and packages safe this holiday season. Read on to discover smart solutions, such as centralized package management systems and automated notifications, that take the stress out of delivery season.

This 28-page guide covers:

  • Why deliveries are on the rise

  • How a package management system will benefit your bottom line

  • The four best package delivery solutions

  • The importance of access control in package management

…and much more!

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Who porch pirates are & how you can stop them

You know how important it is to protect your residents from package theft. It's a critical part of managing your property, especially during the holiday season when deliveries surge.

Porch pirates, who steal unattended packages, cost consumers billions annually—and frustrated residents often look to you for solutions.

When you start implementing secure package storage options, such as package lockers or rooms with access control, you ensure deliveries are only accessible to authorized residents and staff.

By combining smart technology, proactive measures, and resident communication, you can create a secure environment that protects deliveries and builds resident trust this holiday season and beyond.

More tips on combating package theft

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