[ad_1] Postmates pioneered food delivery in 2011, but is a distant fourth in the US market to DoorDash, GrubHub and Uber’s own Eats services. Together, however, Uber Eats and Postmates will be second in the market after DoorDash, which still holds a large lead. uber is buying postmates. as a part-time courier who works for […]
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DoorDash faces lawsuit from San Francisco DA over worker classification
[ad_1] As TechCrunch notes, companies must pass what’s called the “ABC test” (PDF) to be able to legally classify workers as contractors. They must prove that workers are free from their direct control and do other work outside the scope of their business. Their workers must also be “engaged in an independently established trade, occupation […]
Food apps in Chicago will soon show the premium you pay for delivery
[ad_1] The policy comes as restaurants across the US and much of the world struggle to stay in business. In most instances, even depending on deliveries to offset not being able to serve diners in their own spaces, some restaurants have closed permanently. Unsurprisingly, the companies the policy targets aren’t fans. “We support policy and […]
DoorDash now delivers from convenience stores
[ad_1] With the coronavirus pandemic pushing more and more Americans to self-isolate and stay inside, DoorDash is starting to deliver items from convenience stores. Starting today, the company is partnering with both national and regional chains across the US — including 7-Eleven, Wawa, Casey’s General Store and CircleK — to make essential products like toilet […]
Food delivery apps, the pandemic and finding a new normal
[ad_1] The result is that many of us — restaurants and consumers alike — are now relying on third-party delivery services like GrubHub and Caviar, which are changing their practices to accommodate the new normal. DoorDash, which also owns Caviar, has implemented no-contact delivery: Delivery people pick up and drop off packages without interacting face […]
After Math: We’re not ready for the new normal
[ad_1] Not even NASCAR is taking chances with the health of its athletes and fans. The racing league announced last week that it will replace its marathon-length live events with 90-minute competitions with its marquee racers competing in “simulation-style” esports contests. This is the Rugby 7s of motorsports and we’re here for it. The FIFA […]
DoorDash will temporarily reduce or waive its commission fees
[ad_1] DoorDash will also allow over 100,000 independent restaurants to join its subscription program for free, while existing partners will have their commission fees reduced. DashPass lets diners pay $10 a month to have delivery fees waived on orders over $15. In today’s world, that could be a good deal, both for consumers and for […]
Uber, Lyft will compensate drivers affected by coronavirus outbreak
[ad_1] A Lyft spokesperson also told Engadget that it had “decided to provide funds to drivers infected or quarantined by a public health authority.” There may be broader industry plans afoot, however. Wall Street Journal sources say Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart and Postmates are among those discussing a fund to compensate drivers affected by the […]
Chipotle is redesigning its restaurants to better serve mobile orders
[ad_1] Rather than place all of the pickup orders on a crowded shelf, Chipotle will test walk-up windows and pick-up portals. The details are still vague, but Chipotle says the changes will make it easier for digital customers to receive their food. You might see the new layouts popping up in Chicago, Cincinnati, Phoenix, San […]
Tipping point: The gig economy hits delivery drivers in their wallets
[ad_1] The US Bureau of Labor Statistics defines those providing their labor in the gig economy as “independent workers.” Their jobs range from day labor, seasonal workers, substitute teachers, or “Intermediate contractors who are self-employed but connect with clients through an online marketplace or other intermediary, which include drivers hired via peer-to-peer ridesharing apps.” Virtually […]