The Delivery Man

The ‘Delivery man’ or the postman’s job is becoming one of the easiest and most profitable professions with the booming of the free trade industry in the UAE. The increasing competitiveness in the online world has given rise to media investment opportunities which are strongly supported by laws and procedures that facilitate the starting of online businesses at the lowest cost.  Everyday commuters are now familiar with the increasing delivery vehicles carrying well-known online brands across the roads of the UAE. Even though we sometimes blame these ‘delivery men’ for their careless driving skills and causing congestion in the roads, their rising numbers are a confirmation of the strength and activity of the online business which has been further empowered by the availability of modern tools such as map and location applications.

The online world is an exceptional investment opportunity as the fundamental requirements for setting up and starting business activity are simple, straightforward and available to all. The equation simply depends on the high demand for online products being met by the affordable and timely services of the ‘delivery men’, resulting in happy and satisfied customers. The components of this trade are based on three main factors; first, the means of delivery vehicles such as electric cars which could reduce transportation expenses. Secondly, the man power ‘delivery man’, which we emirates prefer young men from the “Indian community”. The UAE market is free and open to all, but the Indian community has a long-standing relationship and trust within the UAE; and, thirdly, contracting with online businesses that ensure quality through upscale products coupled with fast delivery services.

“If we were all carpenters, there would be no trees in the valley”, a famous saying in the UAE and gulf region, explains the rapid and flourishing movement in the online world while demonstrating that it is not intended for everyone to compete in electronic trade. It is extraordinary that a considerable part of the community will benefit directly from the prosperity of this trade by working in the provision of associated services, opening new doors and benefiting from the outstanding ease and expediency in the UAE in facilitating the business of commercial companies. It is no secret that each emirate is working on inventing ways to support this growing trend which ultimately serves the emirate in general and the investor in particular. Competitiveness is a certified lifestyle in the UAE that we pride ourselves on as a foundation for a trustworthy economy.

Yasir Almahri

Chief Editor

2018/10/23