The FODcast S2E2 - The future of delivery services in a post-pandemic world with Seb Robert, CEO and Founder at Gophr.

The FODcast

For this month’s instalment of The FODcast, we were joined by none other than Seb Robert, CEO and Founder at Gophr.

In case you haven’t heard, Gophr is making waves in the eCommerce space through their ​​last-mile delivery solutions. They have used cutting-edge technology to reinvent the way courier services work, resulting in quick, convenient and reliable solutions for all kinds of businesses across London and the UK.

Seb talked us through how his business idea came into existence, how he made his dreams a reality, and how the pandemic actually aided business growth. We also discussed the increasing popularity of cryptocurrency and how the changing face of retail is going to affect the way courier services work long-term.

An episode filled to the brim with expert advice, this one is not to be missed.

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1. The FODcast S2E2 - The future of delivery services in a post-pandemic world with Seb Robert, CEO and Founder at Gophr. (00:00:00)

2. Seb's view on cryptocurrency (00:08:40)

3. Removing the multiple layers of comms between customer and couriers through tech unlocks a tremendous opportunity (00:23:30)

4. what were the biggest hurdles in getting to the point of realising that the shared comms platform was the key to unlocking potential value? (00:27:12)

5. The variables involved in customers/couriers/comms platforms/transport/location and time logistics is insane!! We want to become the 'Minority report for parcel delivery!' (00:33:15)

6. from a business POV what was the best piece of advice given at the start? (00:34:40)

7. In terms of the changing face of retail, how is that going to play into the plans of Gophr? (00:44:52)

8. with digital commerce being so fundamental to Gophr, what do you perceive to be the biggest changes coming in the future with technology and the impact it will have on your sector? (00:53:34)