A Complete Solution for All Your Campus Package Needs
Smart lockers enhance the student experience on college campuses by offering a secure, convenient and efficient package pick-up or drop-off experience. And even better, smart college lockers from Parcel Pending by Quadient can be used for a variety of purposes, including:
- Exchange point for package management and delivery
- Bookstore merchandise
- Class and IT equipment
- On-campus dining
- Moving materials
- Food Pantry
- School events
How We Solve the Package Problem with Campus Hub TM
Campus Hub combines Quadient’s Web Tracking System (WTS) with Parcel Pending’s intelligent hardware to provide a full chain of custody for all goods and assets distributed and received across campus throughout the entire academic year. This industry-first solution offers visibility, security, and efficiencies designed to scale as your campus grows.
- Full chain-of-custody visibility: Real-time tracking of all goods and assets, from the moment they are received on campus to the moment they are delivered to their final destination.
- Increased security: Built-in 24/7 cloud-based video surveillance security system and signature and photo capture.
- Improved efficiency: A unified platform streamlines the package management process, making it easier for you to receive, track, and deliver goods.
- Scalability: Designed to scale as your campus grows. As your needs change, you can easily add or remove lockers to meet your requirements.
Enhanced Campus Experience for All
- Make asset exchanges quick, convenient, and accessible 24/7 for college students, faculty, and staff – no need to worry about standard business hours
- Simplify parcel drop-off and collection via e-mail or text notifications
- Ensure security and delivery accuracy
- Leverage a proven brand, with the highest end user satisfaction rating1
1According to an internal study, 98% of users rated their experience with Parcel Pending as “Very Satisfied.”
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Create MORE Organization with Rear-Loading Lockers
Higher education institutions struggle to modernize and efficiently handle increasing campus deliveries with limited space or legacy mailroom layouts that inhibit the installation of standalone locker solutions. Parcel Pending’s Rear-Loading Lockers address this challenge and provide:
- More Flexibility: Rear-Loading Lockers seamlessly integrate into available space and can be configured to meet your campus mailroom’s unique space requirements
- More Efficiency: Rear doors remain open during loading for quick, optimal deliveries; deliveries can be placed in the locker while packages are collected from the front
- More Control: Our web-responsive app further streamlines delivery, ensuring all parcels are loaded quickly and accurately for flawless chain of custody management; locks add protection when the mailroom is closed
- More Accessibility: Rear-Loading Lockers ensure secure, 24/7 access to deliveries for students and staff
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Fighting Food Insecurity on College Campuses
Food insecurity is a serious problem that is affecting college students at an alarming rate. According to a recent study, one-third of college students have experienced food insecurity since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Food insecurity can have a significant impact on students’ academic achievement, physical and mental health, and overall well-being.
Learn how Parcel Pending is helping to eliminate food insecurity on campuses.
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More Satisfied Customers
It’s an exciting day at Parcel Pending by Quadient! We are thrilled to announce that we have just hit a major milestone by welcoming our 250th higher education customer. As the leader in smart locker solutions for higher education, we are proud to provide innovative technology that simplifies package delivery and increases efficiency on campus.
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SOC 2 Type 2 Certified
Parcel Pending by Quadient has achieved SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2) Type 2 certification, underscoring our dedication to data security and privacy. This certification establishes a standardized framework for managing and protecting sensitive data, assuring our customers and stakeholders that we have enacted robust security measures to safeguard their information. The Type 2 report demonstrates that our security measures are operating effectively.
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Testimonials
Bunker Hill Community College
Since introducing the lockers, on-campus pick-ups have become incredibly flexible, efficient, and dignified.
Shenandoah University
Typically, students only find me if they want to complain about something. But I had two students come and find me in my office recently and tell me how much they absolutely love using the lockers, which was a really pleasant surprise.
Ohio University
Parcel Pending by Quadient’s smart lockers are working great and have provided, among other benefits, the added advantage of eliminating person-to-person contact between mailroom personnel and staff and faculty.
University of Florida
Parcel Pending by Quadient is the best way to pick up packages at UF! Not only is it open 24 hours a day, but it is also safe and secure. I’ll never have to worry about getting my packages stolen off my doorstep again!
University College Oxford
We would work with Parcel Pending by Quadient again in the future. Students have reacted positively to the lockers, space is no longer an issue, and we now have an audit trail which is very useful. Security is a lot better.
University of Alabama
As an out-of-state student I get a lot of packages sent both from home and from online shopping. Mail and packages at my apartment building are often left out for anyone to snatch, which makes me nervous if I am not home to grab them immediately. To avoid my packages being stolen, I like to send them to our Ferg Student Center where they’re kept safe thanks to Parcel Pending by Quadient!
University of Tampa
I would certainly recommend Parcel Pending by Quadient to other universities. I think you will find them to be responsive to campus needs and a willing partner to walk the path that you need.
Kennesaw State University
Who knew picking up packages on campus could be so secure and easy with Parcel Pending smart lockers?! Having multiple locations makes it so easy to swing by between classes.
Valencia College
[With the lockers], we didn’t have to deploy a small army to make sure that every student is prepared on the first day of class.
Kennesaw State University
Going to college thousands of miles away from home can be tough, but my day is always made when I receive a care package from my mom and have a safe and easy pickup through Parcel Pending!
University of Northampton
It’s improved the service for students because they can collect 24/7 and for staff, it’s given us a better process for managing parcel deliveries.
University of Florida
Pick-up was so easy and much faster than a regular delivery!
Frequently Asked Questions
Integrating a smart parcel locker system into a college campus significantly enhances both campus life and student engagement. By providing secure, efficient, and 24/7 accessible college lockers, institutions can streamline package handling, freeing up valuable administrative resources. These systems not only reduce the load on campus mailrooms but also transform any locker area into a high-tech touchpoint that supports the academic calendar. This leads to less congestion during peak delivery times and offers students a convenient way to manage their packages without interrupting their busy schedules.
Student parcel delivery with our smart lockers is simple and secure, ensuring that students’ packages are always accessible when they need them. When a package arrives on campus, it’s placed in one of our secure college lockers. The student then receives a notification via email with a unique access code. This code allows the student to quickly retrieve their package(s) at their convenience, fitting seamlessly into their busy campus life. Our school lockers for parcel and on-campus asset management ensure that your students can focus on their studies, student affairs, and other aspects of student life without worrying about missing the collection window at the mail services center.
Absolutely! Parcel Pending campus smart lockers can help you provide a convenient way for students to quickly and easily pick up items related to their courses, or campus activities, or other student affairs, enhancing their overall student life experience. For instance, our Campus Hub™ solution has helped institutions support various aspects of campus life, including the exchange of important materials like bookstore merchandise, class and IT equipment, and even meal and food pantry orders.
A Parcel Pending by Quadient smart locker system simplifies package handling and enhances the student experience by providing secure, 24/7 access to packages and other goods for students and staff. Intelligent lockers streamline storage solutions for personal belongings, IT equipment, and more, making locker usage ideal for educational institutions seeking to streamline the efficiency of their campus mailroom, library services center, and other departments around campus.
Parcel Pending electronic lockers use advanced smart locks and locker management software, ensuring secure storage of packages, library materials, IT equipment, personal items, and more. Students, staff, and faculty can access the lockers via access code or their school credentials, providing a secure and efficient package and asset management experience.
Yes, smart locker technology helps educational institutions reduce their environmental footprint by centralizing package deliveries and other asset exchanges to convenient locations on campus.
