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What went wrong with Boxed? the online bulk delivery service.

Online retailer Boxed recently made headlines by filing for bankruptcy under Chapter 11, underscoring the inherent challenges in the low-unit economics of online grocery delivery.


Despite gaining popularity for its bulk delivery service, Boxed faced significant headwinds, ultimately leading to a dec...

11/03/2024 02:23 PM - Comment(s)
The Rise of QuickCommerce: How Instant Gratification is Reshaping Online Shopping

In the bustling world of online commerce, the demand for instant gratification has become a driving force, leading to the emergence of QuickCommerce – a revolutionary paradigm that is reshaping the way we shop online. This article explores the meteoric rise of Quick Commerce, unraveling the intricac...

26/02/2024 01:16 PM - Comment(s)
How to lose: Exploring Rapid Grocery Delivery Startup Pitfalls
Exploring Rapid Grocery Delivery Startup Pitfalls

In the dynamic realm of e-commerce, rapid grocery delivery startups emerged as pioneers, promising consumers the unparalleled convenience of having their groceries delivered within a swift 15 minutes. Fueled by the demands of modern life, this innovat...
04/12/2023 05:50 PM - Comment(s)
The impact of quick commerce on cities

by Karim Khoury, Co-Founder of eddress

Spend five minutes in any major global, and you’ll see dozens of branded, brightly-colored cyclists, busily transporting items to consumers. The Q-commerce era is well and truly here. 


The growth of the Q-commerce industry has been extraordinary. By 2025, re...

06/12/2022 12:46 AM - Comment(s)
Robotics and automation: an overview of the next big thing

COVID-19 has been a catalyst for on-demand shopping. But as the pandemic threat is becoming a thing of the past, will q-commerce players face unexpected challenges? eddress investigates on your behalf. 


First of all, success stories speak for the popularity of q-commerce. Within a few months, co...

23/07/2022 07:41 AM - Comment(s)