Lockdowns catapulted grocery delivery services to success in many cities around the world, with apps like Getir, Weezy, and Gorillas offering to send goods to people’s doors in just ten minutes. But is lightning-fast delivery sustainable? And are there other ways to offer convenience without speed?

Grocery home delivery in France is in its infancy but has seen massive acceleration due to the pandemic. While it’s become more normalised, speed isn’t a strength. Cajoo wants to change that, offering Parisians groceries in as little as 15 minutes, all while matching supermarket prices.

The Spanish government has announced that it will recognise riders for delivery firms such as Deliveroo, UberEats, and Glovo as salaried staff. The landmark ruling represents a first in Europe, at a time when rising unemployment is forcing more workers into the gig economy.

As online orders boom, people increasingly expect deliveries to be quick and convenient, putting pressure on businesses to speed up. Many brands struggle to meet their customers' demands while maintaining sustainable margins – but delivery robots may well be the solution to keeping everyone happy.