Trend cluster
Category

Streamlined
Ordering

Consumers embrace intuitive tools to connect with on-demand services.

Grocery-Ordering GadgetsStreaming-Enabled Voice AssistantsBeer-Ordering ButtonsInstant Online ShoppingPizza-Ordering Sneakers

Trend

What is the Streamlined Ordering trend?

Streamlined Ordering: A variety of cutting-edge devices offer consumers an intuitive means of accessing on-demand services such as ordering takeout or requesting an Uber. Often relying on haptic communication or vocal commands, these devices streamline the ordering process by eliminating time-consuming barriers to purchase like login or registration. Overall, this shift speaks to changing relationship between consumers and the brands providing said services as one that is symbiotic and collaborative.

Trend themes

Themes within the Streamlined Ordering trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Voice-Activated Ordering

Consumers are utilizing devices that rely on vocal commands to streamline the ordering process, presenting an innovative opportunity for businesses to develop voice-activated technologies.

02

Connected Home Shopping

Smart devices such as Amazon's Dash button and the Hiku scanner are connecting consumers with online shopping and automating the process, leading to new opportunities for home automation products and services.

03

Single-Button Ordering

The growing popularity of single-button ordering devices, like Carling's beer-ordering button and Lucas Couto's take.me taxi service, presents a potential for business professionals to embrace the trend and develop innovative products that make purchasing easier for consumers.

Industry implications

What the Streamlined Ordering trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Home Automation

With the rise of smart home technology and connected devices, there are exciting opportunities for businesses to develop new products that automate and simplify household tasks.

For

Voice-Activated Technology

Incorporating voice-activated features into consumer-facing products presents new opportunities for businesses to develop innovative products that streamline the ordering process and enhance the overall customer experience.

For

Convenience Retail

As consumers continue to seek out more convenient and efficient ways to make purchases, there are opportunities for businesses to embrace the trend and develop products that make ordering and shopping easier and less time-consuming.

Workshop question

Think about how the typical path to purchase is for your average consumer. What steps could you eliminate? How could technology play a part?

Trend signals

Trend signals for Streamlined Ordering

Trend score 4.7 out of 10, from popularity 76%, activity 58%, freshness 8%.

Popularity76%
Activity58%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America

Evidence

Examples of the Streamlined Ordering trend

9 featured examples from Apr 2, 2015 to Mar 7, 2017
Grocery-Ordering Gadgets
CategoryTech

Grocery-Ordering Gadgets

The Hiku Scanner Lets You Avoid Going Shopping For Groceries

Retail industry can implement voice recognition technology like Hiku to provide better customer service.

Streaming-Enabled Voice Assistants
CategoryTech

Streaming-Enabled Voice Assistants

The ivee Voice System Connects to Spotify and Can Order an Uber

The smart home industry can benefit from developing more affordable voice assistant smart hubs with programmable features.

Beer-Ordering Buttons
CategoryLifestyle

Beer-Ordering Buttons

Carling's New Button Allows Users to Instantly Replenish Their Beer Supply

The beverage industry can innovate by introducing single-click replenishment buttons or connected devices for easy home restocking.

Instant Online Shopping
CategoryTech

Instant Online Shopping

The Amazon Dash Button Lets Prime Members Reorder Products with a Push

The Amazon Dash Button and its instant reordering capabilities have the potential to disrupt the e-commerce industry, by providing a frictionless shopping experience for consumers.

Pizza-Ordering Sneakers
CategoryFashion

Pizza-Ordering Sneakers

The Pizza Hut 'Pie Tops' Order Pizza Delivery with a Single Press

Fast food chains can leverage marketing merchandise to promote their brand and improve sales.

Candy-Buying Buttons
CategoryBusiness

Candy-Buying Buttons

Pressing Amazon's 'Prime Surprise Sweets' Button Instantly Buys Confections

The candy-buying buttons highlight how e-commerce platforms can make shopping more convenient, but also offer opportunities to create surprise and delight in new and innovative wa…

One-Touch Taxi Devices
CategoryAutos

One-Touch Taxi Devices

This Ride Service Accessory Lets You Hail a Lift at the Push of a Button

Developing and marketing accessories that integrate with existing ride-hailing services to provide a more convenient customer experience.

Streamlined TV Pizza Ordering
CategoryBusiness

Streamlined TV Pizza Ordering

Papa John's new Pizza Service Was Made Just for Apple TV Users

The food delivery industry can benefit by developing personalized ordering services for different digital platforms, such as Apple TV.

Internet-Connected Dishwashers
CategoryArt & Design

Internet-Connected Dishwashers

The New Dishwasher from GE Appliances Orders Detergent On Its Own

The advancements in internet-connected dishwashers signal a potential for disruptive innovation within the home appliance industry.