The quick-commerce platform Snappy Shopper has reported a significant 42% year-on-year growth for the quarter, illustrating an expanding shift in consumer preferences towards online grocery shopping. In December alone, the platform facilitated £14 million in transactions, signalling a robust demand for rapid delivery services.

The average order value for deliveries through Snappy Shopper reached £29, which is nearly four times higher than the typical in-store transaction value, as noted in the ACS Local Shop Report 2024. This substantial figure underscores the growing reliance on online shopping in the current economic climate.

One notable success story highlighted by Snappy Shopper is Hayat’s Premier store in Dundee, which achieved an impressive £200,000 in grocery deliveries in December by leveraging the platform’s capabilities.

Mike Callachan, the chief executive of Snappy Shopper, stated, “Our technology is empowering retailers to connect with their communities like never before. This growth reflects a global shift in consumer behaviour, with q-commerce becoming an essential part of everyday life.”

Callachan also indicated that the rising cost pressures have prompted many retailers to view online sales as a crucial avenue for maintaining and enhancing profit margins. In light of this trend, Snappy Shopper has set an ambitious goal to double the number of stores utilising its technology over the next year, aiming to further deepen its impact on the retail landscape.

Source: Noah Wire Services