The Best of Free Enterprise
Jun 9, 2016 21:16:32 GMT -6
Post by Raymond306 on Jun 9, 2016 21:16:32 GMT -6
Stumbled across this story and I was immediately stunned by the simplicity of the idea. We've seen stories about Amazon experimenting with "drone delivery" of purchased items. And of course there's the "Uber" revolution in taxi service where companies like Uber and Lyft let drivers utilize mobile phone apts to get cheaper taxi service.
I also read a story not long ago about how walmart was experimenting with letting people order online and then pick up their delivery at the door after it has been assembled for them by Walmart employees. Now it appears Walmart is combining all three concepts into a home delivery service using paid drivers along with the in-store employees.
According to a story in The Daily Meal:
The customer pays for the groceries and/or other goods plus a %7.00 to $10.00 delivery fee which covers the driver's involvement. No tips required. If this works for Walmart it will revolutionize shopping for anyone with internet access and a home delivery address. Open market free enterprise at its best.
I also read a story not long ago about how walmart was experimenting with letting people order online and then pick up their delivery at the door after it has been assembled for them by Walmart employees. Now it appears Walmart is combining all three concepts into a home delivery service using paid drivers along with the in-store employees.
According to a story in The Daily Meal:
Testing is expected to take place in select cities within the next two weeks, according to a release. The company is working with Uber in Phoenix and Lyft in Denver, while a Sam’s Club pilot with Deliv delivering general merchandise and groceries for business members in Miami began in March.
To use the service, customers place their grocery order online and select a delivery window. A “highly-trained” Walmart associate, or personal shopper, gathers the items in the order and then requests a driver. The driver comes to the store, picks up the order, and delivers it directly to the customer.
To use the service, customers place their grocery order online and select a delivery window. A “highly-trained” Walmart associate, or personal shopper, gathers the items in the order and then requests a driver. The driver comes to the store, picks up the order, and delivers it directly to the customer.