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McDonaldโs joins govt-backed ONDC network through 200 outlets in North and East India
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
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McDonald's India North & East has decided to join the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) network, which is supported by the Indian government. This integration will allow McDonald's menu items to be available on various ONDC buyers' applications, expanding its reach and accessibility. The move is seen as a significant milestone in revolutionizing digital commerce in India, as ONDC aims to unbundle closed networks and provide more opportunities for small businesses. Other well-known brands, such as Domino's Pizza, have also joined the ONDC network, reflecting the growing trend of established companies leveraging ONDC for digital commerce improvement.
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McDonaldโs North & East Joins
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
McDonald's India North & East has joined the government-backed open network for digital commerce (ONDC) to enhance accessibility for its customers. Through this partnership, McDonald's products will be available across ONDC buyers' applications. The move follows Domino's Pizza joining ONDC in January. ONDC is an open network launched in 2022, aiming to eliminate the existing closed network of digital commerce and allow small businesses to participate. It offers a cheaper alternative to food delivery platforms like Swiggy and Zomato, with commissions around the single-digit range. However, sustainability concerns have been raised regarding the network's price incentives.
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XpressBees joins ONDC with pan-India delivery services
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
Logistics startup Xpressbees has joined Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). By onboarding to ONDC, BusyBees Logistics Solutions (Xpressbees), will now provide delivery services to over 20,000+ pin codes in 2,800+ cities in India through the open network. Through its subsidiary NimbusPost, Xpressbees already has a SaaS-based shipping aggregation platform for SMEs and D2C brands.
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Coca-Cola joins govt-backed ONDC network; launches marketplace Coke Shop
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
Medial
Beverage giant Coca-Cola India has joined India's Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and launched its marketplace, the Coke Shop. The move allows Coca-Cola to provide an additional channel for retailers to sell their products and enhance the purchasing experience. Coca-Cola's bottling partner, Moon Beverages Ltd, will facilitate access to the beverage portfolio on the platform. Coca-Cola India has partnered with SellerApp and nStore Technologies to maximize its presence on the ONDC network and leverage data-driven insights and digital growth strategies. The company aims to strengthen its market presence and offer consumers more purchasing options.
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D2C house of brands Mensa Brands joins government-backed ONDC
IndianStartupNews
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2y ago
Medial
Mensa Brands, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) house of brands, joins the Indian government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) initiative. By aligning with ONDC, Mensa Brands aims to leverage the digital commerce ecosystem for its D2C portfolio. This partnership highlights Mensa Brands' commitment to embracing technological advancements and contributing to the growth of the D2C sector within India.
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Hero MotoCorp Joins ONDC To Sell Two-Wheeler Parts Online
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Hero MotoCorp, a leading automobile company, has joined the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) in India. Becoming the country's first auto company to join the platform, Hero Motocorp aims to enhance customer convenience through this partnership. Initially, the company will offer two-wheeler parts, accessories, and merchandise on the open network, available through buyer-side apps such as Paytm and Mystore. The integration will enable Hero MotoCorp to offer a digital mode for customers, streamline order processing, and leverage its physical distribution network for hyperlocal deliveries. ONDC is expanding rapidly by onboarding new players onto its network.
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Kochi Metro Rail Joins ONDC Network To Fuel Mobility Experience
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has added Kochi Metro Rail to its mobility domain, making it the second metro service to join the network. Commuters will now be able to purchase single journey and return journey tickets for the Kochi Metro through four buyer apps on the ONDC Network. In March alone, mobility accounted for more than half of ONDC's total orders. The inclusion of Kochi Metro Rail marks a significant step towards creating a comprehensive digital multimodal transit system in India. ONDC aims to democratize e-commerce in the country and has been expanding its offerings and partners.
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Spiritual services provider Vama joins ONDC
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The government-supported ecommerce platform, Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), is expanding its spiritual services offerings by partnering with Vama.app. Vama.app will provide virtual pujas, temple darshans, rituals, and astrology services through the ONDC network. The startup currently has 400,000 monthly users and aims to double this number with the help of ONDC's reach across 3,000 apps. The move comes as spiritual and religious apps gain popularity and investor interest. ONDC aims to become a one-stop shop for users' everyday needs, including spiritual services. In July, ONDC recorded 12 million orders, with daily orders peaking at around 430,000.
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Kochi Metro Rail joins ONDC joining Chennai Metro
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has added Kochi Metro Rail to its mobility domain. In March, mobility accounted for 53.41% of ONDC's total orders. Commuters can now purchase Kochi Metro tickets through various applications on ONDC. This makes Kochi Metro the second metro service to join the network, following the integration of Chennai Metro. Users can also book tickets on the PhonePe app, and more buyer apps will have immediate access to Kochi Metro's ticket inventory. ONDC aims to create an ecosystem where various services are available in one open network.
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Bus ticketing platform, redBus, joins ONDC
Thehindubusinessline
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1y ago
Medial
Bus ticketing platform redBus has partnered with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to offer multi-modal transport booking services on its platform. Users in Bengaluru, Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad can now book auto rickshaws through the redBus app, thanks to a technical collaboration with Juspay for integration with ONDC APIs. Additionally, redBus users in Chennai and Kochi will soon be able to book metro tickets as well. This move positions redBus as the first independent mobility app on the ONDC Network, focused on enhancing first and last-mile connectivity for travelers.
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Boosting Outreach: Food Delivery Platform WAAYU Joins ONDC In Zero-Commission Model Push
Inc42
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10m ago
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No-commission food delivery platform WAAYU, backed by Suniel Shetty, has joined the government-supported Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). Founded in 2020, WAAYU provides affordable food delivery services to consumers and restaurants using AI technology. ONDC has been expanding its collaborations with various sectors, including fintech, banking, mobility, and hyperlocal delivery.
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