Of Africa’s one billion-plus population, some 400 million use the internet, putting the continent among the most digitally connected populations worldwide. Yet, the lack of an address system in most cities can make logistics an expensive nightmare. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...
In a move that could interrupt the duopoly of Zomato and Swiggy, competition in the food delivery space in India could intensify as Amazon India reportedly aims to enter the industry in the near future. The eCommerce merchant is forecasted to test its on-demand food...
In eCommerce, and specifically, fulfillment, might the mantra be: Think big, go small? For grocers making the transition to the digital age, micro-fulfillment centers located at the back of the store may solve a myriad of logistics/inventory challenges. Evolv Ventures (the $100 million venture arm...
The all-important last mile of retail is getting shorter and more innovative. As reported by PYMNTS on Monday (Feb. 24), Krispy Kreme is the latest brand to announce home delivery capabilities. It plans to roll out nationwide delivery on Feb. 29 via DoorDash, the on-demand...
Pardon the pun, but for QSRs, home delivery options are becoming table stakes. As Pizza Hut stumbles financially and Domino’s races ahead, the commitment to the customer experience is under a microscope, and home delivery is a critical element of that experience. Get the Full...
How does a company compete with Amazon? At Deliverr, they attack what Amazon won’t handle – and now they have the funding to prove it. Yesterday, the smaller-scale fulfillment company closed $40 million in Series C funding, led by Activant Capital, bringing its total capital...
In a move to compete with Amazon in the competitive consumer delivery space, UPS plans to use drones and other tactics to complete shipments faster, according to reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
Property builders are constructing kitchens in empty malls to help fill food-delivery orders, a new strategy to service the flourishing business segment of driving restaurant meals to people’s homes, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday (Feb. 2). Get the Full Story Complete the form...
The Venice Beach, California startup The Bouqs is expanding its flower delivery business to Japan with a $30 million strategic growth round from Japanese investor Yamasa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
