Staples have teamed up with Amazon to give the online powerhouse a little brick and mortar feel. According to a Staples' spokeswoman, "Amazon Lockers" will be installed at the company's US stores.

The lockers help Amazon customers avoid the hassle of missed deliveries. Online shoppers can opt to have packages sent to participating stores, and Amazon sends them an e-mail containing a pickup code. The company gives you a three day window to grab a package after it's delivered. Simply take your code to the store locker, enter it on the corresponding touchscreen, and pick up your purchase.

Staples did not provide further details about the service (including time table). Amazon has been operating lockers already at grocery, convenience, and drug stores. In its agreement with Staples, the online giant will pay a small fee to store owners that house the lockers.