In recent years, the food delivery and ride-hailing industry has undergone tremendous changes and is facing new challenges and opportunities. This phenomenon is known as "volume" – a word that describes an increasingly competitive and complex work environment. In this report, we'll dive into the causes, impacts, and possible solutions to this trend.
First, let's take a look at the current state of the industry. According to reports, due to the increase in new entrants, there is a situation of "oversupply" in the food delivery and ride-hailing industries. For example, in 2023, the number of new ride-hailing drivers increased by nearly 5 times compared to 2022. This leads to a significant problem: fewer orders and increased competition. In cities such as Beijing and Wuxi, delivery riders who used to be able to easily receive more than 90 orders are now seeing a significant drop in orders per day. This not only increases job instability, but also seriously affects their income levels.
Secondly, this change in the industry has had a profound impact on practitioners. Many people are beginning to reflect on their career choices. Some people choose to leave the industry in search of more stable employment;Others choose to stay, but face the dilemma of declining income. This is particularly true in cities such as Shenzhen, Jinan, and Dongguan, where early warnings have been issued for the saturation of the ride-hailing market.
* and relevant agencies are beginning to take steps to address this issue. On the one hand, they encourage practitioners to enhance their competitiveness by upgrading their skills and qualifications. For example, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) has issued the National Vocational Skills Standards for Online Delivery Workers (2021 Edition), which provides a career path for food delivery riders. On the other hand, trade unions and related organizations work to protect the rights and interests of workers, such as regulating the industry through collective bargaining.
The food delivery and ride-hailing industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Despite the many challenges, the industry is expected to find a new path of development through appropriate policy adjustments, the upskilling of workers themselves, and the establishment of industry norms. For practitioners, this is both a test and an opportunity to transform and grow.
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