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ZeptoNow

Founded in 2021 by Stanford University dropouts, Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, Zepto is India’s fastest growing e-grocery company valued at $1.4 Billion following its recent Series-E fundraise of $200 Million from marquee global investors including StepStone Group, Goodwater Capital, Y Combinator Continuity, Kaiser Permanente, Nexus Venture Partners, Glade Brook Capital, and Lachy Groom. Headquartered in Mumbai, Zepto is present across 10 major cities in the country, 1000+ employees strong, and delivers 5000+ products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, daily cooking essentials, dairy, health-and-hygiene products, etc., to Indian homes within 10 minutes. Through strong tech capabilities, an efficient business model, and a network of highly optimized delivery centers across its 10 locations, the company is revolutionizing the Indian grocery segment currently pegged at $600 Billion, making it easier and more convenient. Beyond groceries, Zepto has also introduced a cafe offering that allows customers to order Coffee, Chai, and other Café items, along with their groceries.

http://zeptonow.com
501-1,000 employees

Growth Trajectory

The company aims to expand its services to more cities in India while maintaining its focus on quality and speed. They are also exploring opportunities to broaden their product offerings and enhance their technology platform for improved efficiency and customer experience. Investment in their delivery network and technology infrastructure will be crucial for supporting this growth.

Technical Challenges

Tech Stack

Team Size

Key Risks

Maintaining quality and freshness of perishable goods with rapid delivery times.
Intense competition in the online grocery delivery market.
Managing logistics and supply chain efficiently to meet the 10-minute delivery promise.
Ensuring profitability amidst discounts and offers.
Dependence on mobile app functionality and potential technical issues.

Opportunities

Expanding service to more cities and regions in India.
Broadening product offerings beyond groceries to include more household and personal care items.
Strengthening partnerships with local farmers and suppliers to ensure quality and freshness.
Leveraging data analytics to optimize delivery routes and inventory management.
Exploring new technologies such as drone delivery to further enhance speed and efficiency.
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