We integrated the UberRush API as part of our multi-carrier shipping API <a href="https://goshippo.com/shipping-blog/introducing-uberrush-shippo-demand-delivery-network-powered-uber/" rel="nofollow">https://goshippo.com/shipping-blog/introducing-uberrush-ship...</a>
It's interesting to see Uber entering the space of same day delivery. Happy to chat about the integration experience if anyone is interested!
This is a game changer - not only for what service it provides, but I think it will lead to more companies making APIs for totally non-technical tasks. Sure there are companies like task rabbit, shyp, etc etc, but this is the next level of ease.<p>Relevant - I want an API for a cleaning service. AirBnB integration so that it can automatically track when a guest has left and the cleaner shows up within an hour to get it ready for the next guest. Would build if I didn't have so many projects going on already...
It would be nice to have a field to denote "This driver has a marijuana handlers permit" so they could potentially deliver recreational marijuana from retailer to consumer. Although I'm sure the regulators would want to go over this. This would be in Oregon.
Neat. I've always wondered if Uber's ride sharing had a weak moat. As a consumer there's little difference for me between taking an Uber, Lyft, or something else. This makes it easy to compete in the consumer ride sharing market.<p>If Uber is able to integrate with other apps this introduces a high switching cost for those apps... and that gives them a pretty solid moat. Excited to see how this API gets used.
They're eagerly trying to adopt driverless cars for their fleet, they're pushing their way into disrupting most markets, and now adding a direct delivery service to their product.<p>Uber will be a company to watch in the coming years.
Better hope domino's doesn't enter the market. Not sure if they could since it's all franchises. But, I imagine they could price it less than $6 per delivery.
Wow, this looks awesome. The ad for UberRUSH is one of the best I've ever seen: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRu6M9sCfmo" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRu6M9sCfmo</a>.<p>I've actually been thinking of starting a similar venture in Tunisia. Over here, there is simply no straightforward way to deliver packages within a city. Obviously I don't have the platform Uber has, so I'm thinking of building both at the same time, but with a focus on package delivery for individuals or small businesses.<p>What I'm worried about the most is package insurance. How is this usually done? Do I need to setup a policy with an insurance company? Or can I just mention in the ToS something like "we are not responsible for the condition of the received package"?<p>Any input on this or any other potential hurdles would be appreciated.
"Tip: While couriers will come in store to pick up the delivery, the most successful users of UberRUSH conduct curbside handoffs. By eliminating the time required for your courier to park and find the handoff spot, you can have your deliveries arrive to your users as fast as possible!"<p>As this is a service intended for people with no existing logistics infrastructure, this seems to be firmly in line with the uber policy of reminding everyone why rules are created in the first place...
From the article: <i>"An UberRUSH delivery typically involves interaction between three parties: the customer, the business, and Uber (courier). The diagram below outlines the interaction between these parties during the delivery lifecycle."</i><p>So the drivers are not a party to the transaction? Is Uber still trying to claim they are "independent contractors"?
I don't get it. But how much do we - the app developers that are using this API - get from the fare?<p>I'm not seeing that information in the documentation. Or does UBER want us to get clients for them for free?
I wonder how the market leaders will react to this. They are essentially challenging UPS, FedEx and the USPS. Its going to be interesting.<p>Is there a list of allowed deliverable items?
if you don't want to develop a program, there's a frontend for business owners<p><a href="https://rush.uber.com/how-it-works" rel="nofollow">https://rush.uber.com/how-it-works</a>