"With over 600 stores across the country, shopping at Costco is easy for members wherever they are. Although the size and layout of the warehouses vary slightly by location, they all tend to resemble one another. Unless, of course, you're shopping at a Costco Business Center. There are only 28 of these spread across the country, with nearly half in California alone."
"So, what's the difference between Costco Business Centers and the standard wholesale warehouses? As the name suggests, Costco Business Centers aren't primarily intended for individual consumers. The Business Centers cater more to professional customers, such as restaurants and any businesses that may need products in bulk. For example, if you work at a large office that provides coffee for employees, they might buy it at the Business Center to save money. Products aren't just sold in bulk; they can even be purchased by the pallet."
"Costco says about 70% of the items you can find at a Business Center aren't available at a normal Costco warehouse (and there are also many Costco items you won't find at the Business Centers). You can also shop at the Costco location earlier with a Business Center, which opens at 7:00 a.m., compared to 10:00 a.m. for regular warehouses."
Costco Business Centers are a limited subset of warehouses designed primarily for professional and commercial customers rather than individual shoppers. These centers stock many items in larger quantities, including pallet-sized offerings and industry-specific supplies for restaurants, offices, and food service. Business Centers carry inventory not found in regular warehouses and often sell common items in much larger cases. Membership allows shopping at any location, and Business Centers open earlier than standard warehouses. The product mix and bulk-focused packaging cater to cost savings and operational needs for businesses and large-scale buyers.
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