Diamond Cab is a new social business venture that has found success by catering to a previously vacant niche in the Hong Kong taxi market.
Diamond Cab is Hong Kong's first wheel-chair accessible cab service, and only employs cabs that fit that mandate. What is remarkable about the new business venture however, is that it succeeds at being innovative in two respects. The first is that it provides a service previously unmet by any other company in the Hong Kong area. The second is that it is one of the very earliest and most prominent examples of social entrepreneurship within China -- a type of business that is rapidly becoming more popular.
Handi-Capable Cabs
Diamond Cab is Hong Kong's First Wheelchair-Friendly Taxi Service
Trend Themes
1. Social Entrepreneurship - There is an opportunity for businesses to prioritize social good while also succeeding financially.
2. Niche Transportation Services - Companies can find success by offering specialized transportation services that meet the needs of underrepresented groups.
3. Accessibility Technology - Developing and implementing technology that improves accessibility can create new business opportunities and improve quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - Companies within the transportation sector can explore ways to create accessible transportation options for individuals with disabilities.
2. Technology - Innovative technologies can be developed to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities and create business opportunities in this space.
3. Social Enterprise - The rise of social entrepreneurship presents an opportunity for businesses to prioritize social impact while also driving financial success.