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Release Notes 61
Some releases are incremental and this one – is not. Release #61 introduces a long-awaited feature that our operating partners have been requesting — one that will transform the way promotions are managed across your entire marketplace. Alongside this, two focused updates bring greater precision to promo code targeting and enhanced functionality to the vendor mobile app. If you've been waiting for a comprehensive promotional toolkit, make sure you read this release carefully.
Jun 295 min read


How to Make Your Food Delivery Marketplace More Profitable Right Now
Most food delivery companies focus on increasing the number of orders. That's the right instinct. However, there's a second revenue stream hiding in plain sight inside the platform you're already running. This article is intended for Playfood partners who wish to maximise the value of their existing infrastructure, as well as food delivery entrepreneurs on other platforms who are curious to know what smarter infrastructure looks like. Part 1: Revenue You Can Unlock Inside You
Jun 167 min read


You can now choose the name of your food delivery service inside the Super App
We shipped a small update that changes something that partners ask about more often than you might think: the wording of the food delivery button inside your Super App. Before, the label was different. Starting today, you can choose from 18 options — select the one that best represents your market, positioning and services. Why does this matter? The button is the first thing your customers will read when deciding whether to tap it. One word. One signal. In different markets,
Jun 112 min read


18 Ways to Position Your Food Delivery Service and Double Ride-Hailing Revenue with a Super App
The Super App, a collaboration between Onde and Playfood, now offers eighteen options for customising the food delivery button in the customer app. This seemingly minor UI update is actually a significant business decision. Read on to find out what this update unlocks and why the Super App model is the fastest way for ride-hailing operators to generate a second revenue stream. The companies that built billion-dollar platforms didn't just develop transport apps They created da
Jun 117 min read


Release Notes 60
That's a milestone worth marking — and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate it than with an update that genuinely moves the needle for your business. Alongside a set of thoughtful UI and UX improvements that make day-to-day operations smoother and faster, this release brings a new business opportunity that opens up entirely new ways to attract and convert customers on your platform. Whether you're a current partner looking to grow or an entrepreneur evaluating what
May 204 min read


Release Notes 59
It's not always about quantity — sometimes it's about getting the fundamentals exactly right. This month's update is smaller in volume, but significant in terms of value. We're addressing some of the most requested and long-awaited improvements to the platform, including smarter delivery cost calculations, a cleaner customer-facing interface and more comprehensive vendor tools. Whether you're an existing partner looking to optimise your platform's performance or an entreprene
Apr 273 min read


Release Notes 58
We're constantly working behind the scenes to ensure that your Playfood-powered platform runs more smoothly and efficiently, and becomes more profitable. This month, we're rolling out a series of meaningful updates, including tools to help you capture every order and features to open your business to new audiences and markets. Whether you're an existing partner looking to maximise your platform's potential or an entrepreneur exploring Playfood's capabilities for your next ven
Mar 184 min read


Release Notes 57
This release introduces a range of significant improvements to the Playfood software solution, designed to streamline the operations of our food delivery partners, reduce order-related costs, and maximise upselling potential. These updates will significantly improve the efficiency, accuracy and revenue opportunities of your food delivery ecosystem, whether you run a high-volume marketplace, operate a grocery delivery service or manage branded apps for a restaurant chain. 1. T
Feb 93 min read


Release Notes 56
This release introduces a range of significant improvements to the Playfood software solution, designed to streamline the operations of our food delivery partners, reduce order-related costs, and maximise upselling potential. These updates will significantly improve the efficiency, accuracy and revenue opportunities of your food delivery ecosystem, whether you run a high-volume marketplace, operate a grocery delivery service or manage branded apps for a restaurant chain. 1. P
Nov 25, 20253 min read


Release Notes 55
The central goal of this release is to help our partners run more efficient, scalable and profitable delivery businesses. Every update is based on genuine feedback from the field and is designed to eliminate operational bottlenecks, enhance the customer experience and empower vendors. Let's take a closer look at each update. 1. Flexible Order Cancellation for Customers We have introduced a new order cancellation mode for customer cancellations, including in dropshipping scena
Sep 10, 20252 min read


Release Notes 54
We're excited to introduce a fresh batch of updates to the Playfood software, many of which were requested directly by our partners. This...
Aug 5, 20253 min read


4 Smarter Ways to Compete with Food Delivery Giants
Direct competition with major food delivery companies such as Uber Eats and DoorDash is challenging for small and medium-sized start-ups....
Jun 12, 20253 min read


How to Attract Vendors to Your Food Delivery Marketplace: A Step-by-Step Guide
Launching a food delivery marketplace is an exciting opportunity, given the growing global demand for ordering food and groceries online....
Jun 12, 20254 min read


How Much Revenue Does Food Delivery Really Generate for Major Players?
In a market projected to exceed $1.8 trillion by 2029, food and grocery delivery has moved beyond being a niche sector to become a core...
Jun 4, 20254 min read


Release Notes 53
We’re excited to roll out a powerful new batch of powerful features designed to address a significant challenge faced by our partners in...
Jun 2, 20253 min read


How to Build a Super App from Scratch: A Step-by-Step Guide from Industry Experts
In today's rapidly evolving on-demand economy, launching a Super App like Uber, Bolt or Grab can unlock exponential growth. But how do...
Jun 2, 20254 min read


Release Notes 52
In this release, Playfood introduces powerful new features designed to make your food delivery marketplaces more dynamic and customer...
Mar 21, 20252 min read


Release Notes 51
At Playfood, we're always thinking of ways to improve the experience for our partners and their customers. This month, we're excited to...
Jan 24, 20252 min read


Driving Growth with Referral Programs
In the competitive world of food delivery, it is more important than ever to stand out and grow your customer base. A well-designed...
Dec 18, 20242 min read


RIDE Food: Revolutionizing Ethiopia’s Food Delivery Market
In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital services, RIDE Food has emerged as a pioneer in Ethiopia's food delivery sector. A proud...
Nov 28, 20244 min read

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