As Unqueue evolves its service offerings, businesses that were previously utilizing the Unqueue Dispatch network for food deliveries are now transitioning to a self-run delivery model. This new approach empowers these businesses by providing access to a network of independent drivers, including those they are familiar with from the Unqueue network. This guide is designed to help these businesses navigate this transition smoothly.
Welcome to a New Chapter in Your Delivery Services
If your business has been utilizing the Unqueue Delivery network for delivery services, it's important to be aware of significant changes that are underway. We are moving towards a new operational model that offers greater flexibility and control over your delivery process. This transition marks a pivotal shift from the centralized Unqueue-managed system to a more autonomous and adaptable approach.
In this guide, we'll break down what this transition entails, outlining the steps, opportunities, and considerations to ensure a smooth changeover for your business. Whether you're planning to set up your own delivery system, integrate with independent drivers, or leverage the evolving Unqueue platform, this guide is your resource for navigating these changes effectively.
For Businesses Transitioning from Unqueue Dispatch Network
Key Aspects of the Transition
- Independence in Delivery Management: Businesses gain greater control over their delivery operations, including the responsibility of hiring and managing their own drivers, scheduling, and overseeing the delivery logistics.
- Paying Your Drivers: Businesses will now decide on their per order fee, which they can use to pay their drivers, or negotiate a rate together that works for you both. This change emphasizes the need for businesses to effectively manage their financials and driver compensation strategies.
- Utilizing Unqueue’s New Features: Businesses can use Unqueue's updated tools to support their self-run delivery models, including features for efficient driver management and real-time order alerts.
- Integration of Independent Drivers: For businesses without an in-house delivery team, the transition may involve establishing a network of independent drivers. Unqueue’s system supports this through the Unqueue Drivers app, facilitating connections with drivers.
- Adapting to Technology Changes: The shift to a self-run model will involve adapting to new technologies and software provided by Unqueue for efficient delivery management.
Transitioning your store from Unqueue Delivery Network to Self Run Delivery
After the store is added to Self-run Delivery, the store owner needs to update their delivery details. Note, you must ensure timely communication with your customers by proactively informing them about their delivery schedule and any updates regarding their orders.
Update Your Delivery Settings
This is done by accessing Your delivery settings under Delivery. The store owner will see their status as on the self-run delivery network and be prompted to enter their delivery cost, the distance they are willing to deliver, the minimum order to do delivery, and their delivery windows as shown in the video below.
Adding Your Own Drivers
Inviting New Drivers
- Invitation Process: Businesses can invite drivers who were not previously part of the Unqueue network. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that have established their own delivery drivers or teams.
- Adding Drivers: In the Unqueue app, businesses can add drivers to their network by navigating to Settings > Delivery > Your drivers and entering the driver's contact information and sending them an invite to join the platform. Drivers will receive a text message invite to download the Unqueue Drivers app to complete registration.
Access to Independent Drivers
Businesses without their own delivery system will have access to a list of drivers, previously part of the Unqueue Dispatch network, to choose from for their delivery needs.
Featured Independent Drivers
Businesses can select from a range of previously vetted drivers.
These drivers, known for their reliability and familiarity with the Unqueue system, offer a seamless transition to the new self-run delivery model.
Once drivers are added to your store. It’s now time to assign your orders.
Assigning your orders to your drivers
- Order Assignment: Once a placed order has been accepted, businesses can assign it to a preferred driver from the dropdown list in the app. This list will reflect those drivers who have installed the Unqueue Drivers app and accepted your invite.
- Driver-Business Communication: Businesses can call drivers directly to arrange delivery pick up and times
Sending Orders to Your Drivers
In the app, navigate to the order details and use the dropdown list to select a driver. The list includes contact information for your convenience.
Once drivers are added to your store. It’s now time to assign your orders.
Alerts when your orders are assigned and ready
Stay informed at every step of the delivery process with our real-time order tracking updates. Below, you will find a series of notifications designed to keep you in the loop from the moment your order is claimed by a driver, through its journey to your doorstep, and right up to the point of delivery. This ensures transparency and peace of mind, letting you know exactly where your order is at all times.
Order claimed by your driver
handing over your order
Driver on their way to you notification
Driver on their way to you preview
Order delivered by your driver
Delivery to your shoppers
Once a driver is assigned and is on their way to your shopper, the shopper will receive an alert with an estimated time of arrival.
Delivery from Driver to Shopper
Delivery from Driver to Shopper order details preview
The transition to a self-run delivery model is a significant step for businesses previously using the Unqueue Dispatch network. This change aims to offer more autonomy and flexibility in managing deliveries, enhancing the overall efficiency of your operations. By leveraging the available resources and familiar drivers, businesses can confidently navigate this transition and continue to provide excellent service to their customers.
Paying your drivers
In this new paradigm, while Unqueue continues to facilitate weekly payments directly to business accounts for online orders, the responsibility of compensating drivers shifts to the businesses.
- Coordinating Directly with Drivers for Timing and Order Assignment: Businesses will be responsible for not only scheduling and coordinating delivery times but also assigning specific orders to drivers. This requires a proactive approach to managing logistics to ensure timely deliveries.
- Negotiating Delivery Prices with Drivers: Businesses will directly negotiate and set delivery prices ahead of time with their drivers. This involves a careful consideration of various factors like distance, time, and effort to ensure fair compensation.
- Managing Payment to Drivers: It is now the business's duty to handle the payment process for drivers. This includes ensuring that payments for deliveries are processed accurately and promptly, aligning with agreed terms.
You can use your order history tab to keep a track of days and drivers that claimed trips and delivered orders to your shoppers.
Order history can be found in your business settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the same drivers I had with Unqueue Dispatch?
A: Yes, many of the drivers from the Unqueue Dispatch network are available for selection.
How does this new system benefit my business?
A: This transition offers more control over your delivery process, the flexibility to choose drivers based on your specific needs, and the opportunity to build direct relationships with your delivery personnel.
Is there any training or support provided for using the new system?
A: Yes, Unqueue offers comprehensive help kit resources and training materials to guide you through the transition and help you adapt to the new self-run delivery model.
How can I add my own drivers to my Delivery Network?
A: Use the 'Add Driver' feature in the Unqueue app to invite your drivers. Once they register on the Unqueue Drivers app, they will then appear in your network for order assignments.
Alert to business of a driver being added to their network
What if I prefer using my own drivers over the available Unqueue drivers?
A: You have complete flexibility to use your own drivers. Once they are added to the platform, you can assign orders to them as you would with any Unqueue driver.
What information do I need to add my drivers to the platform?
A: You will need basic information like the driver’s name, and contact details.
How does adding my own drivers benefit my business?
A: It gives you more control over your delivery process, allows you to utilize drivers familiar with your operations, and provides flexibility in managing delivery resources.