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The format allows for greater flexibility in how certain categories are processed and presented, particularly items where extensive refurbishment or handling may not be required. In contrast to BBOS’ traditional model, where products are carefully assessed, cleaned, and tested, this alternative approach enables faster throughput and lower operational touchpoints.
While still early, the exploration reflects BBOS’ broader philosophy of remaining agile, open-minded, and willing to test new ways of delivering exceptional value as customer expectations continue to evolve.
Amidst this continued growth, Jon is also pleased to share that BBOS has invested in a new distribution center, which now offers a multitude of additional operational and logistical benefits.
“ We encountered an opportunity with a particular vendor in Alberta who we were buying from, and that was the catalyst that pushed us fully into the Albera market,” he says.“ Now, we have a full-processing distribution and six stores, which allows us to process inventory in-house and share it across Alberta and British Columbia – which is a big logistical advantage.”
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