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- At Costco, little things often come in big packages.
- Though it might seem wasteful or excessive, the strategy serves several functions to keep costs low.
- The ideal Costco packaging dimensions allow the company to ship, stock, and sell more efficiently.
Within the super-sized world of a Costco wholesale warehouse, you're likely to find some tiny products displayed in jumbo packaging — like, surprisingly big.
Small, high-value items like gift cards, cosmetics, and more are dwarfed by clear plastic shells or brightly colored cardboard touting the value of the product.