DELIVERY HERO
Meeting the demands of the coronavirus pandemic “ I led the coronavirus task force and the crisis response with some peers from March 2020 , and that was an intense period , but also really gratifying to know that we are helping to keep our fellow employees safe .”
During a period lacking knowledge and certainty , coronavirus and the issues it raises have been one of the main challenges for Delivery Hero . But , Oatham acknowledged that many companies faced struggles during that time .
“ It was challenging in that we were having to create things at the same time as learning something or not knowing anything . I don ’ t think that is an issue or a challenge that ' s unique to Delivery Hero ,” Oatham says .
Tackling future sustainability challenges As positivity looms around the corner in terms of the coronavirus pandemic and how it is affecting businesses and buying habits , one trend that will remain is the high demand for local delivery services .
When asked about the challenges that await , Oatham says , “ the next big challenge that we are looking at … is on the logistics and delivery side .”
“ When we look at our footprint we know that it ' s packaging and vehicle emissions ” that must be addressed . He explains that Delivery Hero is considering how it will improve the sustainability of its vehicles through emissions reduction initiatives . “ Tackling such major challenges such as reducing emissions from vehicles can only be done through multistakeholder partnerships .”
134 March 2022