...or boxing that fits in standard sizes of storage containers that can be easily handled by the robots. Similar to how small sized by high-value items (video g

...or boxing that fits in standard sizes of storage containers that can be easily handled by the robots. Similar to how small sized by high-value items (video games, perfumes, etc) are often stored (and rattle around in) clear locked boxes on the shelves at department stores. The manufacturers could be encouraged to reduce their box size (and, thus the amount of room it takes up in the warehouse) by being charged a fee for items that took up too much room and/or non-standard room. For a while during Jobs' Keynotes they'd announce a new iPod, and then say how much smaller the packaging was. The end-user probably doesn't care, but for those in the supply change I guess it's a huge deal. Less airplanes and shipping containers from China, more stock on the same amount of shelves, etc.