Stage of Innovation: Idea (You have thought it through and documented it)

Problem: Vendr is trying to solve the problem of last-mile delivery in Nigeria. Last-mile delivery refers to the final stage of the delivery process, where goods are transported from a local distribution center to their final destination, which is typically a consumer's home or a small retail shop. In Nigeria, last-mile delivery is often unreliable and expensive due to poor infrastructure, inefficient logistics, and inadequate technology. As a result, many businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), struggle to get their products to their customers in a timely and cost-effective manner. Vendr aims to solve this problem by providing a technology platform that connects businesses with local transport providers to facilitate fast, reliable, and affordable last-mile delivery.

Unique Selling Point: People currently rely on traditional methods of procurement and transportation, such as physically visiting markets and transportation hubs, or using intermediaries, to meet their business needs. Vendr is different in that it provides a digital platform that connects vendors, customers, and transport companies, streamlining the procurement and transportation process. By using Vendr, users can find and purchase goods and services from vendors across Nigeria, and have them delivered directly to their doorstep via a network of trusted transport companies.