Price the delivery before expanding the area

Start with one order

Separate order revenue from goods, packaging, labor, vehicle, platform, and payment costs. Include the costs actually incurred by your business.

Allocate the trip carefully

For grouped deliveries, choose a consistent way to allocate distance and time. Include failed attempts or return travel where they affect the actual cost.

Test a downside case

Try a smaller basket, longer trip, or higher labor cost. Use the calculator to identify which assumptions change the outcome most.

Review real results

Compare the model with completed orders over a suitable period. Keep overhead and customer-service costs visible before calling the channel profitable.

Keep the conversation grounded.

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