Cut Delivery Commissions, Keep Your Profits: The Flash Way

Did you know that most restaurants lose 20% to 30% of their revenue to third-party delivery apps? According to a recent survey by the National Restaurant Association, high commission fees are one of the top three reasons why food businesses struggle to stay profitable. If you’re in the F&B industry, those numbers probably hurt. But what if there was a way to take back control of your deliveries, cut commissions, and keep more of your hard-earned profits?

Welcome to uEngage Flash, your hyperlocal delivery management solution built to help restaurants, cloud kitchens, and retail brands grow on their terms.

Why High Delivery Commissions Are Eating Into Your Margins

If you’ve been relying on aggregator platforms, you already know the drill. They bring in orders but charge anywhere between 20% to 35% per order. For many small and mid-sized restaurants, that margin is the difference between breaking even and shutting down. On top of the commissions, there are hidden charges and marketing fees that keep piling up.

“Aggregators bring visibility but at the cost of ownership and profits.” – F&B Business Insights Report 2024

You lose the ability to build relationships with your customers. You don’t own their data, you can’t personalize offers, and you can’t ensure your brand’s reputation is upheld during deliveries. It’s like building someone else’s empire with your hard work.

Learn more about hyperlocal delivery management and why more restaurants are switching to in?house solutions.

The Smarter Way: Build Your Delivery Network

Instead of paying hefty commissions, you can use hyperlocal delivery management software to run your delivery operations. Flash makes this possible without the chaos of managing fleets or tracking riders manually. It simplifies the process so even a small team can handle a growing delivery demand.

 1. Real-Time Rider Tracking

No more blind spots. With Flash, you can track every rider in real time, ensuring that every order is on schedule. Customers get live updates, which builds trust and encourages repeat orders. A transparent system creates happy customers, and happy customers spend more.

2. Route Optimization for Faster Deliveries

Flash uses smart routing algorithms to cut down delivery times. This not only reduces fuel and operational costs but also improves customer satisfaction—a critical factor in a competitive market where 10 minutes can be the difference between keeping and losing a customer.

3. Seamless POS Integration

You don’t have to juggle multiple systems. Flash integrates with your existing POS, so order management becomes seamless. Every order is synced automatically, reducing errors, saving time, and letting your team focus on what matters most: preparing great food.

 4. Own Your Customer Data

Unlike third-party platforms, Flash gives you full access to customer insights. You can see who’s ordering, when they’re ordering, and what they love most. You can use this data for marketing campaigns, loyalty programs, and special offers—all under your brand name.

 5. Lower Costs, Higher Profits

By managing deliveries in-house, you can instantly save on aggregator commissions. Those savings go straight into improving your food, your service, and your customer experience. Over time, you’re not just saving money—you’re building a stronger, more resilient business model.

 6. Scalable for Growth

Flash isn’t just for small businesses. As your restaurant grows, Flash grows with you. Whether you manage five riders or fifty, you can scale operations without losing efficiency.

Explore how to build your own delivery network and start saving on every order.

The Numbers Don’t Lie

• Restaurants that shift to their delivery network save an average of 25% per order.
• Businesses using delivery management software report a 20% faster delivery time and a 15% increase in repeat orders.
• According to a 2023 F&B tech study, 70% of customers prefer ordering directly from a restaurant if given the option.
• A recent Statista report shows the global online food delivery market is expected to hit $154 billion by 2025, meaning there’s huge potential to claim your share without giving away commissions.

“The future of food delivery belongs to those who own their operations.” – Industry Analyst, Food Tech Journal 2024

How to Get Started with Hyperlocal Delivery Management

Step 1: Assess Your Current Delivery Operations
Look at your monthly delivery volume and costs. How much are you paying in commissions? How many customers could you win back by offering direct ordering?

Step 2: Set Up Your Delivery Fleet
You don’t need a massive team to start. Many restaurants begin with two or three riders. Flash’s dashboard lets you assign orders, track progress, and optimize routes instantly.

Step 3: Integrate Your POS
Connect your existing systems with Flash. Orders flow in, riders get notified, and you can monitor everything from one simple interface. No more juggling apps.

Step 4: Train Your Team
Flash is designed to be easy, even for teams with minimal tech experience. Within a day, your staff will be ready to handle live orders confidently.

Step 5: Launch and Promote
Let your customers know they can now order directly. Share it on your social media, print it on your packaging, and offer incentives like discounts or loyalty points to encourage direct orders.

Request a free demo today and see how easily you can switch to in-house delivery management.

Real-World Impact

A popular cloud kitchen in Delhi recently switched from third-party apps to managing deliveries through uEngage Flash. Within three months:

• Their profit margins increased by 22%.
• They reduced the average delivery time from 45 minutes to 30 minutes.
• They built a repeat customer base by offering loyalty rewards directly through their delivery network.

“Owning our delivery has been a game changer. Flash gave us the tools to cut costs and serve customers better.” – Owner, Cloud Kitchen in Delhi

Another mid-sized restaurant in Mumbai shared that after moving to uEngage Flash, their monthly commission savings allowed them to hire two additional chefs, expand their menu, and increase their average order value by 18% in six months.

Why This Matters for Your F&B Business

Running an F&B business is tough. Rising food costs, tight competition, and shifting customer expectations make profitability a daily challenge. But your delivery operations don’t have to drain your resources.

By switching to a restaurant delivery management software like uEngage Flash, you gain control over your costs, data, and customer experience. You stop handing over your hard-earned revenue to third-party platforms and start building a delivery network that works for you.

Key benefits at a glance:

•  Save on commissions
•  Faster deliveries with route optimization
• Own your customer data
• Strengthen your brand identity
•  Increase profits and customer loyalty
•  Scale as your business grows

Ready to Keep Your Profits?

Every order should add to your success, not someone else’s. By selecting the right hyperlocal delivery management solution, you can finally reduce delivery commissions, retain your profits, and deliver a better experience for your customers.

Start today. Keep your profits. Grow your brand. That’s the uEngage Flash way.