What are the characteristics of businesses that can succeed with same-day delivery?

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  • What are the characteristics of businesses that can succeed with same-day delivery?
  • What are the potential trade-offs when companies consider this type of service to offer to their customers?
  • What factors related to innovation would increase the likelihood of success and why? In formulating your response, consider the following along with any other factors that you think are important:
    • Does home delivery reduce any costs?
    • Is the location of warehousing facilities important?
    • Can multiple customer orders be bundled together (urban versus rural market)?
    • Is the inventory mix important (e.g., simple or complex)?
    • Are there transportation or technology advances available?