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Airport Delivery Apps

Airport Sherpa Lets You Order Food and Duty Free Items from Your Phone

— April 26, 2017 — Tech
Airport Sherpa is a new app that offers busy travelers a complete concierge service. The app lets those in a hurry order food and buy souvenirs or duty free items from their phone. Items can be delivered immediately to the gate or at a pre-selected time. This allows those who plan ahead to schedule an order, thus eliminating the need to stand in lines at restaurants and duty free stores.

In addition to delivering food and goods the Airport Sherpa app also promises exclusive deals and access to airline lounges. Unlike other apps that use contracted couriers, it seems as if Airport Sherpa would have to work with staff already employed in the airport due to security concerns. The Airport Sherpa app is available to download now for iOS and is coming soon for Android, although there are no partner airports and stores listed on its site at the moment.
Trend Themes
1. Concierge Delivery Services - The rise of apps like Airport Sherpa demonstrates a growing trend in providing concierge delivery services to busy travelers, offering convenience and time-saving benefits.
2. In-app Purchases and Delivery - The integration of in-app purchases and delivery options, as seen in Airport Sherpa, presents an innovative disruption in the airport retail industry by streamlining the shopping experience for travelers.
3. Mobile Ordering and Seamless Transactions - The adoption of mobile ordering and seamless transactions, exemplified by Airport Sherpa, presents an opportunity for airport authorities and retailers to optimize efficiency and enhance customer experience.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Hospitality - The travel and hospitality industry can explore partnering with concierge delivery services like Airport Sherpa to enhance the service offerings for busy travelers, boosting customer satisfaction and loyalty.
2. Retail and E-commerce - The retail and e-commerce industry can embrace the integration of in-app purchases and delivery options, similar to Airport Sherpa, to create a seamless shopping experience for customers, driving revenue growth.
3. Mobile App Development - The mobile app development industry can tap into the demand for mobile ordering and seamless transactions, fuelled by apps like Airport Sherpa, by creating innovative solutions that cater to the specific needs of airports and retailers.
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