In an era where convenience and efficiency reign supreme, Amazon Prime has consistently been at the forefront of ensuring its customers receive their purchases in the quickest manner possible. Year after year, Amazon has strived to improve its delivery times, setting new benchmarks in the e-commerce industry. Now, in 2024, Amazon Prime deliveries have become… Continue reading You’re not imagining it, Amazon Prime deliveries got even faster in 2024
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Drone Delivery Sparks Chaos in Hilarious Sci-Fi Novel ‘Deliver Us’
In a world where technology seems to be advancing at an increasingly rapid pace, it comes as no surprise that the concept of drone delivery is a reality. However, what happens when this seemingly convenient service spirals into utter chaos? The answer lies within the pages of the hilarious and absurd sci-fi novel titled ‘Deliver… Continue reading Drone Delivery Sparks Chaos in Hilarious Sci-Fi Novel ‘Deliver Us’
Five takeaways from Instacart’s S-1 filing
Instacart, the country’s leading grocery delivery app, recently filed for its IPO and its public offering is expected to raise $2 billion. Its S-1 filing provides us a rare look into the inner workings of the grocery delivery giant. Here are five takeaways from Instacart’s S-1 filing. 1. Explosive growth: Instacart’s revenue was up by… Continue reading Five takeaways from Instacart’s S-1 filing
Alphabet’s Wing partners with Walmart for drone deliveries in Dallas
In what has been described as a world-first, Alphabet’s Wing, an offshoot of Google, has partnered with US retail giant Walmart to make unmanned drone deliveries in Dallas, Texas. The world’s largest retailer is the first to partner with Wing for a consumer drone delivery service and enables people to order general merchandise, over the… Continue reading Alphabet’s Wing partners with Walmart for drone deliveries in Dallas
Twiga lays off 33% of its staff, disbands in-house delivery and introduces logistics marketplace
Twiga Technologies, one of the fastest-growing startup companies in Africa, recently announced that it is making changes to its business model in order to stay competitive. The company, which focuses on providing digital sharing and delivery services across Africa, has laid off 33% of its staff and is … transitioning to an external logistics marketplace.… Continue reading Twiga lays off 33% of its staff, disbands in-house delivery and introduces logistics marketplace
Now you can get food delivered to your gate at some of the biggest US airports
Are you starving after stepping off a long flight and can’t bear to go through the dreaded airport food court? Now, that’s no longer a problem — at least at some of the biggest US airports. A growing number of the major airports now offer food delivery directly to your gate. It all started back… Continue reading Now you can get food delivered to your gate at some of the biggest US airports
GM’s BrightDrop to expand commercial EV business to Mexico
General Motors’ subsidiary BrightDrop recently announced plans to expand their commercial electric vehicle (EV) business to Mexico. This move comes at a time when EV technology is advancing rapidly across the globe. For many years, Mexico has been known for its heavily polluting petroleum-powered vehicles. This has created a host of environmental issues, yet the… Continue reading GM’s BrightDrop to expand commercial EV business to Mexico
GM’s BrightDrop is bringing its electric delivery vans to Mexico
GM’s BrightDrop, a startup and subsidiary of General Motors, announced its plans to bring its electric delivery vans to Mexico. The company has seen success in several markets around the world, including the US. Mexico marks the latest market to experience the benefits of its innovative electric delivery operations. BrightDrop was launched in 2020 with… Continue reading GM’s BrightDrop is bringing its electric delivery vans to Mexico
DoorDash expands retail delivery offerings with new Staples partnership
In an effort to expand its retail delivery offerings to customers, DoorDash announced a new partnership with retail giant Staples. The new arrangement will enable DoorDash to offer Staples products for delivery through its app and website. Previously, customers could only order meals and groceries through the app and website. But now, they’ll be able… Continue reading DoorDash expands retail delivery offerings with new Staples partnership
GM-owned BrightDrop to add 4,000 electric vans to Ryder’s fleets
General Motors (GM) made headlines recently with the unveiling of 4,000 electric vans that its subsidiary BrightDrop is set to add to Ryder’s fleets across the United States. The BrightDrop vehicles are designed to meet the transportation and last-mile delivery needs of customers, with a focus on convenience, cost savings and sustainability. BrightDrop’s first electric… Continue reading GM-owned BrightDrop to add 4,000 electric vans to Ryder’s fleets