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We grew our headcount too fast and face severe economic headwinds, says CEO Will Shu Deliveroo, the online food delivery company, has announced plans to cut 350 jobs, about 9% of its workforce, in response to the current economic situation. The company’s CEO, Will Shu, acknowledged the company’s rapid headcount […]
The E-Commerce Titan’s Physical Footprint Amazon, the e-commerce behemoth, ventured into the physical retail space with its Fresh stores. However, change is on the horizon as three of these stores prepare to close their doors. Amazon has decided to shutter three of its Fresh stores. The most notable among these […]
The article delves into the transformative impact of online food ordering and delivery over the past two decades. While the convenience of home-delivered food has made it a massive success, it has also brought about challenges and concerns. The shift towards viewing food as a service has led to sustainability […]
Amazon is further solidifying its position in the last-mile delivery sector by reinstating its shipping service. This move is set to intensify the competition with established carriers such as UPS and FedEx and other online platforms delving into the delivery domain. Amazon’s service will cater to packages sold within and […]
Creating a Culture of Software Craftsmanship[EuroPython 2018 – Talk – 2018-07-27 – Moorfoot][Edinburgh, UK] By Keith Harrison This time it’ll be different. It’s a green field project and you’ve learned from your mistakes. You’re not going to make the same ones again. Fast forward several months and you’re in a […]
Amidst a turbulent period for the rapid grocery delivery company Getir, Chris Chaaya, the UK boss, has exited. Before his tenure at Getir, Chaaya held the position of UK boss at Gorillas, which was acquired by Getir in a £1bn deal last year. Since the acquisition in January 2023, Chaaya […]
Getir, the ultrafast grocery delivery platform, has decided to pull out of Spain, Italy, and Portugal. This strategic move aims to concentrate the company’s financial resources on markets that present more robust opportunities for operational profitability and sustainable growth. This decision follows reports by the Spanish trade union CCOO in […]
In the fast-paced world of instant delivery, Gopuff, once soaring, is now recalibrating its flight path amidst turbulent market conditions. Hitting the Brakes After rapid expansion, Gopuff is slowing down. Recent layoffs and a reduction in its U.S. warehouse fleet signal a shift. The company is navigating a colder investment […]
A Glimpse into the Future In the bustling heart of West London, a revolutionary concept is taking shape. Dowen Farmer Architects, a British architectural studio, unveils its plans for Portal Road, a multi-storey ghost-kitchen tower. Picture this: a building reminiscent of the “Ministry of Magic,” shuttling food to a vibrant […]
After over ten years since the Agile summit, software projects are still failing. Many developers don’t behave as software professionals, and managers fail to understand the value of technical practices. The software development industry is still very amateur when compared to other professions. How can we change this? Why was […]