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Re:Grab drivers in Southeast Asia are now convenience stores... by wyclif on Tuesday June 05, 2018 @08:11AM (#17236896)
I predict it will be a hit in the Philippines, too. Every hundred yards or so there's a 'sari-sari' Mom & Pop convenience store but here's the thing: people are accustomed to being able to pick up snacks or drinks for some pocket change. And all the Grab drivers need to do is look at what those stores usually don't have in stock and offer that instead.
Re:Grab drivers in Southeast Asia are now convenience stores... by jacknews on Tuesday June 05, 2018 @09:21AM (#17237330)
Yes, with the right products it could possibly work, but not for simple snacks, which as you say are widely and easily available for very cheap. Especially if they are charging hotel mini-bar type premiums.