South Africa: SPAR to launch SPAR2U online delivery service
The retailer will start operations for the new service in selected Johannesburg stores towards the end of March 2022.
SPAR South Africa has announced the launch of its new online shopping and delivery platform, named SPAR2U. By the end of March, selected stores from Johannesburg will start operations for the new service based on the retailer’s e-commerce platform.
As the local news site BusinessTech reported, the stores will deliver both groceries and liquor with same-day delivery space. In addition, some of its stores have already tested the service for different purchases.
“Interest levels from SPAR retailers to utilize the new platform remain high and this will enhance the group’s ability to assist retailers in driving improved consumer service and engagement going forward,” the company stated recently in a financial statement.
“Although many of our retailers have been quick to respond to consumers’ needs for online shopping, we have recognised the need for a sophisticated offering tailored for our unique business model. We believe that the Spar business model requires an online shopping solution that serves our Spar consumers but one which also will add value to our independent retail partners and the communities in which they operate,” said Brett Botten, Chief Executive of SPAR South Africa, to shareholders recently as published by the media outlet.
